Nationally Recognised RPL Pathway
Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
CPC32620
You have the experience. We help you demonstrate that your years of installing claddings and rainwater products meet national standards. Start with a free skills review to see how your expertise can be formally recognised.
About This Qualification
This qualification reflects the role of a person installing, maintaining and repairing flashings, metal roof and wall claddings and rainwater products such as gutters and downpipes, and other accessories on residential, industrial and commercial buildings. Occupational titles could include: Roof plumber This qualification includes units of competency common to other qualifications in the plumbing industry as well as roof plumbing specialist units of competency and can provide a pathway to further learning and work in the plumbing industry. The plumbing industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered and assessed in this context. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. This is a licenced occupation. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements may vary between states and territories. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
Qualification Code
CPC32620
Training Package
CPC — Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate III
Total Units
23 (20 core + 3 elective)
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
View on training.gov.au →RPL It Status: Available
Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Roof Plumber | Installs and maintains metal roof and wall cladding, flashings, and rainwater products on diverse building types. |
Licensing
STATE SPECIFIC⚠️ Important
Roof plumbing is a licensed occupation across Australia. While this qualification is a core requirement, please note that successful completion does not automatically grant a trade licence; you must apply to the relevant state authority and meet their specific criteria.
Delivering Registered Training Organisations
All assessment and qualification issuance for this qualification is carried out by one of the following partner RTOs, each of which holds CPC32620 on their scope of registration with ASQA:
Which RTO will deliver my qualification? The delivering RTO will be confirmed during your skills review and prior to enrolment. Your qualification will be issued directly by the delivering RTO and is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Fees
Final pricing will be confirmed before enrolment.
You will receive a detailed, personalised quote — including the total fee, payment terms, interest-free payment plan options, and the name of the delivering RTO — before you are asked to enrol or make any payment.
Refund policy:If RPL It is unable to process your application, you will receive a full refund of any fees paid to RPL It. Once your portfolio has been submitted to the RTO for assessment, the RTO's refund policy applies. Details will be provided before enrolment.
Indicative Timeframes
✓ What we control
- • Guiding you through evidence gathering
- • Submitting a complete portfolio to the RTO
- • Following up on your behalf
⏳ What we don't control
- • The RTO's assessment workload
- • The assessor's evaluation timeline
- • The qualification issuance process
Based on our experience, the majority of RPL candidates receive their qualification within 4–6 weeks of their complete evidence portfolio being submitted to the RTO. Individual timeframes vary based on qualification complexity, evidence completeness, and RTO capacity.
Roles & Responsibilities
| RPL It Australia | Delivering RTO | |
|---|---|---|
| Role | Student support service | Registered Training Organisation |
| Initial skills review | ✅ | |
| Evidence gathering guidance | ✅ | |
| Formal assessment | ✅ Qualified assessors | |
| Assessment judgement | ✅ Made by the RTO | |
| Gap training | Available if required (delivered by RTO) | |
| Qualification issuance | ✅ Issued by the RTO | |
| Complaints & appeals | Own complaints process | ✅ RTO process applies to assessments |
RPL It Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 55 689 826 917) is not an RTO and does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
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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 current resume detailing your roof plumbing experience
- ✓Detailed position descriptions from past employers
- ✓Letters of employment confirming your trade history
Installation & Cladding
- ✓Photos of metal roof sheeting and wall cladding projects
- ✓Records of installing complex flashings and penetrations
- ✓Evidence of working with curved roof structures
Fabrication & Drainage
- ✓Photos of fabricated and installed external flashings
- ✓Evidence of installing gutters, downpipes, and rainwater products
- ✓Logs of roof water collection and storage system installs
Safety & Height Access
- ✓Height safety and EWP operation permits
- ✓Scaffolding erection and dismantle records
- ✓WHS site induction and safety plan documentation
Plans & Mark-outs
- ✓Marked-up plans and material quantity calculations
- ✓Site levelling and mark-out records
- ✓Simple technical drawings for roof components
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 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package.
Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying
CPC60121
Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
CPC60220
Certificate I
Certificate I in Construction
CPC10126
Certificate II
Certificate II in Construction
CPC20120
Certificate II
Certificate II in Construction Pathways
CPC20220
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