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Certificate III in Printing
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ICP31220
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About This Qualification
This qualification applies to individuals working as print machinists who typically set up and operate letterpress, lithographic, flexographic, gravure printing presses, digital printers or screen printers and work on a range of printed products. They prepare material, monitor and run equipment and machinery and apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems. They may also provide guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others. Licensing/Regulatory Information No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Qualification Code
ICP31220
Training Package
ICP — Printing and Graphic Arts
AQF Level
Certificate III
Total Units
See training.gov.au
Entry Requirements
Nil
National Register
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Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Print Machinist | Setting up and operating varied printing presses to produce high-quality packaging, stationery, and publications. |
| Printing Supervisor | Managing daily operations and guiding production teams to ensure work priorities and quality standards are met. |
| Screen Printer | Operating power-driven or manual screen printing equipment to create precise visual images on various substrates. |
| Offset Printer | Managing small offset printing presses within commercial print shops or dedicated in-house departments. |
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”
What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓A comprehensive CV detailing years in the printing trade
- ✓Detailed position descriptions from print houses or commercial shops
- ✓Letters of service from previous and current employers
Technical Proficiency
- ✓Setup logs for lithographic, flexographic, or gravure presses
- ✓Maintenance records for digital or screen printing equipment
- ✓Ink mixing and colour matching documentation
Quality & Production
- ✓Samples of finished printed products and packaging
- ✓Quality inspection reports against industry standards
- ✓Production schedules and job tracking logs
Safety & Environment
- ✓Safety induction records and equipment training logs
- ✓Risk Assessment and Management Plans (RAMP)
- ✓Evidence of sustainable waste management practices
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Printing and Graphic Arts.
Certificate II
Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts
ICP20120
Certificate III
Certificate III in Prepress Graphic Design Production
ICP31420
Certificate III
Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging
ICP31320
Certificate IV
Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts Management
ICP40120
Diploma
Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts Business Management
ICP50120
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