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Certificate III in Roof Tiling

This trade qualification trains you to lay and repair roof tiles so a building stays weatherproof, working on both residential and commercial sites.

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  • Duration: 18 months to 2 years
  • Study mode: On campus and workplace based
  • Course code: CPC30820

Where you can study this course

Where
Study mode

  • TAFE NSW

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    Campuses
    2 campuses
    Duration
    18 months to 2 years
    Study mode
    Varies by campus
    Full fee
    $10,410
    Eligible students: subsidised from $2,990, concession $240

    What students say

    Many students speak well of the facilities and campus, and some rate the trainers and teaching highly, though opinions are mixed on the trainers and teaching and student support, and some found the organisation and admin frustrating.

  • TAFE Queensland

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    Campuses
    2 campuses
    Duration
    Not stated by provider
    Study mode
    Not stated by provider
    Full fee
    Not stated by provider

    What students say

    Many students rate the facilities and campus highly. Some found course content and organisation and admin frustrating, while opinions are mixed on the trainers and teaching.

  • Holmesglen Institute

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    Campuses
    Chadstone
    Duration
    Not stated by provider
    Study mode
    Varies by campus
    Full fee
    Not stated by provider

    What students say

    Students have mixed views on the trainers and teaching, and many also mention problems with communication and with organisation and admin.

  • National Skills Pty Ltd

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    Campuses
    National Skills Pty Ltd
    Duration
    Not yet checked
    Study mode
    Not yet checked
    Full fee
    Not yet checked

    What students say

    Most students rate the student support highly, many praise the organisation and admin, and many value the communication.

Last reviewed 20 September 2026.

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Is this course right for you?

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

  • Providers can set their own conditions, such as a minimum age or a current job in the industry, and practical training may need a workplace placement. Check each provider above.
  • State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Consult the relevant state and territory regulatory authorities to confirm those requirements. Completion of the general construction induction training program is required by anyone carrying out construction work, and CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Entry recommendations

To be prepared for this course, it helps to have:

  • an interest in working outdoors on buildings
  • good hand skills and an eye for detail
  • a careful attitude to safety on site
  • the ability to work well in a team

What will you learn?

You learn to tile regular and irregular roofs, cut and fix valleys, valley irons and flashings, and renovate tile roofs that have worn or leaked. The rest of the course covers what every construction trade needs: reading plans, taking measurements, planning work and keeping safe on site. It is designed as an apprenticeship, so most of the practical skill comes from working on the job under an experienced tiler.

  • Tiling regular and irregular roofs
  • Working safely at heights
  • Reading plans and specifications
  • Measuring and calculating
  • Repairing valleys and flashings
  • Renovating existing tile roofs

Units of competency (14 core, 3 elective)

The qualification is made up of 17 units. Everyone completes the 14 core units below, and the remaining 3 are electives chosen from the list on training.gov.au, so they vary by provider. Select a unit to see what it covers.

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Career pathways

Roles this qualification is a recognised route into, and what else you need.

  • A recognised route into Roofer

    Roofer

    Roofers install, repair and replace the roofing materials that keep water and weather out of a building.

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    Weekly pay
    $1,285
    Full-time share
    87%
    Employment size
    9,400 workers
    Average age
    30 years
    Average full-time hours
    42 hours
    Gender share
    2% female
    Future growth
    +4.4%
    Job market
    In shortage (national)

    Trade entry is normally as an apprentice employed in the industry, so you need an employer and a training contract. This qualification covers tiled roofs; metal roofing is a different pathway. Roof tiling is a licensed occupation in some states, and the award alone does not confer a licence. Check that the training provider is registered.

Data from training.gov.au and the Australian Bureau of Statistics (CC BY 4.0).