Get a head start in the dynamic sign industry.

Develop your artistic flair and use various techniques and materials such as computer graphics, painting, engraving, vinyl, glass, wood and plastic to create prominent designs.  With a skills shortage in the industry, many employers are seeking good applicants who have completed Certificate II training.

• Location:
  Industry and Sunshine
• College:
  Trades College
• Study mode:
  Full Time
• Delivery mode:
  On campus and Industry
• Course code:
  22003VIC
• Duration:
  0.5 years
• This information is for Australian residents.
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How to apply

• sign writer

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

The objective of this course is to provide skills to people looking at getting started in the Sign Industry as many employers prefer applicants that have completed Certificate II level training and will assist in the 'Skills Shortage' experienced in this trade.

To be awarded this qualification participants are required to complete all 15 units of competency.

• Work Safely in the Construction Industry

  Unit code

  CPCCOHS1001A

• Conduct Workplace Communication

  Unit code

  CPCCCM1004A

• Apply OHS Requirements, Policies and Procedures in the Construction Industry

  Unit code

  CPCCOHS2001A

• Plan and Organise Work

  Unit code

  CPCCCM1003A

• Read and Interpret Plans and Specifications

  Unit code

  CPCCCM2001A

• Carry Out Measurements and Calculations

  Unit code

  CPCCCM1005A

• Erect and Dismantle Restricted Height Scaffolding

  Unit code

  CPCCCM2008A

• Lay Out and Design Signage

  Unit code

  CPCCSI2002A

• Prepare Surfaces for Signage

  Unit code

  CPCCSI2003A

• Use Sign Industry Tools, Plant and Equipment

  Unit code

  VPAU535

• Write Signs on Uneven Surfaces

  Unit code

  VPAU536

• Operate a Flat Bed Router

  Unit code

  VPAU537

• Produce Basic Computer Aided Manufactured (Cam) Signs - Vinyl

  Unit code

  VPAU541

• Produce Basic Signs

  Unit code

  VPAU542

• Apply First Aid

  Unit code

  LMFGG2002B

• All students are interviewed for selection. Language, literacy and numeracy skills that are equivalent to Level 2 of the Australian Core Skill Framework.