Certificate III in Flooring Technology

Course Code MSF30822

Apprenticeship

Duration
  • Part Time
  • 4 years
Delivery
  • On Campus
Intakes
Campus
  • Chadstone

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Certificate III in Flooring Technology specialising in carpet and vinyl installation provides comprehensive training, delivered both on and off the job, to ensure you develop the most up-to-date knowledge and skills required to become a professional floor covering installer.

Career Opportunities

  • Carpet layer
  • Vinyl layer
  • Floor finisher

Pathway to further studies

  • CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction
  • CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

Studying the Certificate III in Flooring Technology at Holmesglen

Study at Holmesglen offers a practical and supportive learning environment with great, friendly teachers dedicated to your success. With over 15 years of experience training flooring technology apprentices, Holmesglen provides training in specially designed facilities that focus on hands-on learning. You will gain proficiency in installing a variety of carpets, vinyl, underlays, and tiles in both commercial and domestic settings. Throughout the course, you’ll work on real-world projects, gaining valuable skills for careers in flooring technology. Whether working on renovation projects or installations in homes and businesses, you’ll be equipped with the expertise and confidence to excel in the industry, with continuous support from our experienced trainers.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, students must be at least 16 years of age.<br>As this is an apprenticeship, you must have a training agreement with a registered employer from a relevant industry.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and to attend a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

The MSF30822 Certificate III in Flooring Technology is conducted over three years within a four year apprenticeship contract period. <p>The program is structured over 21 hours of training per week across a total of 26 block training sessions over three years.<p><strong>Year One: </strong> Focus on foundational core units, which emphasise navigating safety requirements and communication within the industry and an introduction to the different types of flooring materials and the basics of installation. <p><strong>Year Two:</strong> Build on your skills by focusing on installing specialised flooring, such as carpet and vinyl.<p><strong>Year Three:</strong> Focus on intricate flooring design, advanced surface preparation and flooring installation, including flooring restoration, maintenance techniques and troubleshooting common problems like subfloor moisture.
Unit code Unit name
MSMWHS200 Work safely
MSFGN2001 Make measurements and calculations
MSMSUP102 Communicate in the workplace
MSMSUP106 Work in a team
TLID0021 Store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances
MSFGN3005 Read and interpret work documents
MSFFL3106 Establish and maintain safe flooring installation work areas
MSFFL3102 Receive and prepare flooring materials
MSFFL3107 Assess flooring installation sites
MSFFL2034 Prepare subfloors with cementitious coating applications
MSFFL2032 Select, prepare and apply moisture barriers to concrete subfloors
MSFFL3052 Plan and cost flooring technology work
Unit code Unit name
MSFFL2031 Remove existing floor coverings
MSFFL2033 Install hard underlays
MSFFL3103 Install soft carpet underlay and grippers
MSFFL3104 Install unpatterned tufted carpet
MSFFL3110 Install adhesive-fixed carpet
MSFFL2045 Coarse sand timber flooring
MSFFL3112 Install patterned carpet
MSFFL3109 Install carpet tiles
MSFFL3114 Install resilient tiles and planks
MSFFL2038 Install lay flat vinyl floor coverings
MSFFL3116 Install resilient sheet to walls
MSFFL3105 Install laminate and hybrid vinyl flooring

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Apprenticeship

A training contract must be completed by the employer and apprentice within the first two weeks of employment.<br>An Australian Apprenticeship Support Network representative will visit the workplace to complete the training contract with the employer and the apprentice.<br> <a ref="https://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/">Visit Australian apprenticeships.gov.au </a>for more information.<br>If you have further questions about your application, please contact the department:

Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion you will receive the MSF30822 Certificate III in Flooring Technology.

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Gov. subsidised Apprenticeship $3,373
Concession $675
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
General Services Fee $70 Per Semester
General Services Fee (Concession) $35 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.

Additional Course Cost

Students will be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when undertaking practical activities. The personal protective equipment and course materials students will be required to supply are: <br>Safety boots (steel capped, ankle height) <br>Work pants and shirt <br>Safety glasses <br>Safety gloves (when handling building materials) <br>Dust respirator to P2/P3 standard <br>Fold-out ruler Notebook, HB Pencil, blue or black pen, eraser <br>BYO Device-Laptop $400 <br>The total cost of these items is between $650 - $750 <br>If additional safety equipment is required, it will be supplied by the Institute.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-funding">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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