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Introduction

Are you looking for a hands-on, practical career that’s in high demand across Australia? Have you considered that a trade occupation could be your golden ticket to permanent residency?

If you love working with your hands, have an eye for detail, and want to build a life in a beautiful part of the world, then the Certificate III in Painting and Decorating at TAFE Tasmania might be the perfect opportunity for you.

And the best part? SOL Edu & Migration is here to help you every step of the way, from enrolling in the course to lodging your student visa and planning your future PR pathway.

Spotlight: Certificate III in Painting and Decorating (CPC30620)

This isn’t just a course; it’s the start of your professional career. Based at TAFE Tasmania’s Clarence Campus in the south, this full-time qualification is your entry into the residential and commercial construction industry.

  • Institute: TAFE Tasmania
  • Location: Clarence Campus (South)
  • Course: Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
  • Fee: approx. AUD $16,790

This course is comprehensive, giving you the practical, high-level skills employers are looking for.

You will learn essential trade skills, including:

  • Preparation: Preparing surfaces, handling materials, and removing/replacing components like doors.
  • Application: Mastering paint application by brush, roller, and spray.
  • Specialist Finishes: Applying stains, clear timber finishes, wallpaper, and even advanced decorative finishes and texture coating.
  • Safety & Logistics: You’ll be certified to work safely at heights, operate elevated work platforms (up to 11m), and erect scaffolding.
  • Business Skills: Learn to read plans, interpret specifications, and calculate the costs for a job.

Upon completion, you’ll be a qualified Painter and Decorator, with career opportunities that also include becoming a Supervisor or a specialist Render and Texture Coater.

Pathway to PR: How a Trade Can Build Your Future

The “Painter and Decorator” occupation is consistently listed on Australia’s skilled occupation lists. This means the country needs qualified people with these skills, opening up strong pathways to permanent residency.

Here’s a common journey, which our experts at SOL Edu can tailor to your specific situation:

  1. Study (Student Visa subclass 500): We help you enrol in the Certificate III at TAFE Tasmania and secure your student visa.
  2. Post-Study Work (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485): After you graduate, you can apply for the 485 visa’s Post Vocational Education Work stream. This visa gives you temporary (often 18 months) full-time work rights to gain the crucial experience you need.
  3. Skills Assessment: During your 485 visa, you’ll work as a painter for 1 Year full time and complete the “Job Ready Program” (JRP) through Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) to get your full skills assessment.
  4. Permanent Residency: With your qualification, work experience, and positive skills assessment, you can then apply for permanent residency through various visa options, such as:
    • Subclass 190 (State Nominated)
    • Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional)
    • Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent)

Living and studying in Tasmania is a huge advantage, as the entire state is classified as “regional,” which can provide you with priority processing and access to specific state nomination lists!

Already on a 485 Visa? Pivot to a Trade!

Many international graduates in Australia find themselves on a 485 visa from a different field (like business or IT) but struggle to find a clear PR pathway.

This is a smart strategy: You can use your existing 485 visa to enrol in a trade course like the Certificate III in Painting and Decorating.

This “pivot” allows you to develop a new, in-demand skill set that opens up a completely different and highly viable PR pathway. You gain a valuable trade qualification while positioning yourself perfectly for a skills assessment and future visa applications. SOL Edu & Migration are experts in this “onshore pivot” and can advise on your visa conditions and enrolment options.

How SOL Edu & Migration Can Help You

Don’t let the paperwork and complex visa processes stand in your way. Our team of registered migration agents and qualified education counsellors are here to build your bridge to Australia.

  • Expert Course Advice: We help you choose the right course and institute for your career goals.
  • Seamless Enrolment: We manage your application and enrolment with TAFE Tasmania.
  • Visa Lodgement: We handle your Student Visa (subclass 500) and Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) applications.
  • Strategic PR Planning: We create a personalised, long-term migration plan that starts from day one of your course.
  • Ongoing Support: We are with you for your entire journey, from student to permanent resident.

This is more than just a course; it’s a pathway to a new life. A trade in painting and decorating offers a secure, respected, and well-paying career in one of the most beautiful places in the world.

Are you ready to paint your future?

Contact SOL Edu & Migration today for a free consultation and let’s get your Australian journey started!