🧱 Wall & Floor Tiling — Study Tiling in Australia
🎓 Overview
Wall and Floor Tiling is one of the most practical and PR-eligible trade courses in Australia.This course trains students in the installation of tiles on floors, walls, and surfaces for both residential and commercial projects.Graduates gain hands-on experience using industry tools, waterproofing systems, and design layouts, leading to recognised trade qualifications under Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) — an essential step for Permanent Residency (PR).
🧰 Career Outcomes
Graduates can work as:
Wall and Floor Tiler
Ceramic Tiler
Renovation Tradesperson
Self-employed Tiling Contractor
💡 Many tilers go on to establish their own small businesses or work in large-scale commercial construction projects.
🌍 PR Pathways
Assessing Authority: TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)
Occupation Code: ANZSCO 333411 – Wall and Floor Tiler
Eligible Visa Pathways:
485 Graduate Visa (Post-Study Stream)
189 Skilled Independent Visa
190 State Sponsored Visa
491 Regional Skilled Visa
Tiling is a high-demand skilled trade consistently featured on Australia’s Medium and Long-Term Skilled Occupation List (MLTSSL).
💰 Tuition Fees & Duration
Course: Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
Duration: 2 years
Tuition Fees: from AUD $11,000 – $17,000 per year
🗣️ English Language Requirements
IELTS Academic / General: Overall 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
or PTE Academic: 50 overall (no band below 42)
Some providers accept English pathway courses (ELICOS) before VET entry.
👷 About the Program
The Wall and Floor Tiling course focuses on hands-on learning in tiling design, waterproofing, adhesives, grout application, and surface preparation.Students gain on-site experience through work placement, allowing them to meet TRA skills assessment requirements and apply for PR pathways upon completion.
🏫 Explore Partner Institutions
Institution | Description | Link |
TAFE Queensland | Offers comprehensive trade training with practical workshops and builder’s license pathways. | Visit TAFE QLD Tiling |
AIBT (Australia Institute of Business and Technology) | Strong practical focus and PR-oriented trade training. | |
Queensford College | Flexible learning schedules with on-site industry training. |
🎯 Why Choose Tiling in Australia
✅ High PR potential through TRA skills assessment
✅ Hands-on training with real construction projects
✅ Opportunity for self-employment or contractor licensing
✅ Affordable tuition with strong job outcomes
