TasTAFE
Become a skilled wall and ceiling liner through this hands-on apprenticeship program. Learn to install plasterboard, construct bulkheads, and finish ceilings in residential and commercial construction projects while working with an industry employer.
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. You must be at least 16 years old to enrol at TasTAFE. This qualification is offered as an Australian Apprenticeship and requires you to be employed by a suitable industry-specific employer. As part of the application process, a TasTAFE team member will contact you to discuss if this course aligns with your goals and aspirations, and to ensure you understand the course requirements.
Core competencies include fixing standard plasterboard wall and ceiling sheets, constructing and installing bulkheads, assembling partitions, and fixing battens. You will master wet area sheet installation, fibre cement board work, and the application of finish standards. Practical skills cover mixing plastering compounds, finishing plasterboard joints manually, sanding plaster work, cutting and fixing paper-faced cornices, and installing suspended ceilings. Safety training includes working at heights and applying WHS requirements in construction. Additional competencies involve planning and organising work, conducting measurements and calculations, reading and interpreting plans and specifications, and effective workplace communication. Elective units available include operating elevated work platforms, using mechanical jointing equipment, and installing plasterboard to curved and arch substrates.
TasTAFE is Tasmania's leading vocational education and training provider with extensive industry connections and campus-based facilities. As an Australian Apprenticeship provider, TasTAFE offers practical, employer-integrated training that ensures students gain real-world construction experience while earning. The institution provides comprehensive student support services, recognition of prior learning, and flexible study options tailored to individual circumstances.
Upon completion, you can pursue careers as a Wall and Ceiling Liner, Drywaller, or Plasterer in the construction industry. These roles are in high demand across residential and commercial construction sectors. You may work for construction companies, specialised lining contractors, or establish your own business. The qualification provides pathways to further training in related construction trades and management positions within the building industry.
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