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Certificate III · national qualification
Certificate III in Roof Tiling
This trade qualification trains you to lay and repair roof tiles so a building stays weatherproof, working on both residential and commercial sites.
- How long it takes
- 18 to 24 months
- full time at TAFE NSW
- What it costs
- From $2,990
- Subsidised at TAFE NSW, full fee up to $10,410
- How you can study
- On campus or on the job
- Main job
- Roofer
- $66,800 (estimate) median pay, In demand
- Taught by
- 4 providers
- NSW, VIC, QLD
Is this course right for you?
What the Certificate III in Roof Tiling asks of you, and what you might want to check first.
It helps to have
- an interest in working outdoors on buildings
- good hand skills and an eye for detail
- a careful attitude to safety on site
- the ability to work well in a team
Before you start
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Where this course can take you
Jobs this qualification is a recognised route into, and the study that can follow it.
Jobs you can do with it
Roofer
Roofers install, repair and replace the roofing materials that keep water and weather out of a building.
What else you need
Trade entry is normally as an apprentice employed in the industry, so you need an employer and a training contract. This qualification covers tiled roofs; metal roofing is a different pathway. Roof tiling is a licensed occupation in some states, and the award alone does not confer a licence. Check that the training provider is registered.
Median pay$66,800 (estimate)
In demand
If you study further
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Leads to work as a, median pay $195,100.
Bachelor of Construction Management
Pay is the median for everyone in the job, and “In demand” means the job is on the national shortage list. Pay marked as an estimate is our own analysis, not a published figure.
What it costs
Subsidised place
From $2,990
at TAFE NSW. Whether you get a subsidised place depends on your state, residency, age and earlier study.
Paying the full fee
$10,410
across the TAFEs listed below. Private providers set their own fees.
| TAFE | State | Subsidised | Concession | Full fee | How long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAFE NSW | NSW | $2,990 | $240 | $10,410 | 18 to 24 months |
TAFE NSWNSW
- Subsidised
- $2,990
- Concession
- $240
- Full fee
- $10,410
- How long
- 18 to 24 months
Fees as each TAFE shows them on its website, read 20 September 2026. Private providers set their own fees.
Where you can study this course
There are 4 places you can study this course. When you compare them, check they teach it the way you want to study, how far you'd be from a campus, what it will cost you and what past students say about the teaching and support. They're listed by how often people search for them, and none of them pays to be here or to move up.
- Course page for TAFE NSW (opens in a new tab)
TAFE NSW
2 campuses, NSW
4.0from 2,410 Google reviews
- How you study
- On campus
- How long
- 18 to 24 months
- Fee
- From $2,990 subsidised
What students like
- Teachers are supportive and ready to help
- Staff are helpful and friendly
- Course content is practical and industry relevant
What to weigh up
- Enrolment and admin can be slow
- Some find front desk staff less helpful
- Course page for TAFE Queensland (opens in a new tab)
TAFE Queensland
2 campuses, QLD
4.1from 2,040 Google reviews
What students like
- Teachers are helpful and supportive
What to weigh up
- Poor communication from admin
- Course page for Holmesglen Institute (opens in a new tab)
Holmesglen Institute
Chadstone, VIC
3.6from 650 Google reviews
- How you study
- On campus or on the job
What students like
- Staff are friendly and supportive
What to weigh up
- Enrolment and admin can be slow
- Placement information can be unclear
- Some teachers are less engaged
- Website for National Skills Pty Ltd (opens in a new tab)
National Skills Pty Ltd
National Skills Pty Ltd, QLD
5.0from 374 Google reviews
What students like
- Staff are friendly and easy to deal with
- Staff respond quickly and communicate clearly
What you’ll learn
17 units: 14 that everyone takes and 3 you choose.
- Tiling regular and irregular roofs
- Working safely at heights
- Reading plans and specifications
- Measuring and calculating
- Repairing valleys and flashings
- Renovating existing tile roofs
See all 14 core units
Core units
Everyone completes these. Select a unit to see what it covers.
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Questions to ask before you enrol
Providers run this course differently, so the answers change from one to the next.
- When is the next intake, and how many are there each year?
- What is the total cost, including materials, checks and any placement costs?
- Can I study part time or online, and how does that change the length?
- Do the units count towards a higher qualification if I go on to study further?
Questions people ask
Who is this qualification for?
It suits people entering the roof tiling trade through an apprenticeship. You learn to lay and repair roof tiles on residential and commercial sites, working under an experienced tiler. The role it leads to is roof tiler.
Do I need experience or other qualifications first?
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. Individual providers can set their own conditions, so check with the provider you choose.
Is a licence, registration or check required to work in this area?
State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Consult the relevant state and territory regulatory authorities to confirm those requirements. Completion of the general construction induction training program is required by anyone carrying out construction work, and CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.