

About the program
Certificate III in Cleaning Operations, this qualification reflects the role of cleaners responsible for undertaking a range of routine and non-routine tasks according to work schedules, liaising with clients and in some cases members of the public, and operating in a range of general residential and commercial settings as well as specialist cleaning environments. The cleaner may work alone, with or without supervision, and has responsibility for selecting, preparing and using appropriate cleaning methods for a range of cleaning situations while ensuring safe work practices.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements listed in the training package for this qualification. It is preferred that the students have obtained a minimum of a School Certificate or equivalent. Students are required to; be at least 16 years of age (students under 18 years of age will need a parent or guardian to approve their enrolment).
Course Pathways
Pathways from the qualification
- CPP40416 Certificate IV in Cleaning Management
Training delivery
This course can be conducted online, blended, work based or in the classroom. Training is delivered through our Registered Training Organisation: Gateway Training Academy RTO ID 32305.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a:
- Nationally recognised Certificate & Transcript or
- Statement of Attainment (if found competent in at least 1 Unit of Competency)
To successfully complete this qualification, you require 14 units of competence. These 14 units are comprised of 5 core unit which is compulsory and 9 elective units.
The units of competence shown below have been selected by Gateway Training Academy based on the course purpose.
Unit Code | Unit Title | Unit Type |
---|---|---|
CPPCLO3003 | Clean using safe work practices | Core |
CPPCLO3005 | Confirm and apply privacy and security requirements for cleaning work | Core |
CPPCLO3019 | Remove waste and recyclable materials | Core |
CPPCLO3035 | Maintain cleaning storage areas | Core |
CPPCMN3006 | Provide effective client service | Core |
CPPCLO3001 | Maintain hard floor surfaces | Elective |
CPPCLO3002 | Restore hard floor surfaces | Elective |
CPPCLO3006 | Clean carpets | Elective |
CPPCLO3008 | Mitigate carpet water damage | Elective |
CPPCLO3009 | Clean glass surfaces | Elective |
CPPCLO3011 | Clean using environmentally sustainable work practices | Elective |
CPPCLO3021 | Clean industrial machinery | Elective |
CPPCMN3007 | Support leadership in the workplace | Elective |
HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures | Elective |
Job roles
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Carpet Cleaner
- Commercial Cleaner
- Industrial Cleaner
Industry Insights
Future Growth
10%
The global contract cleaning services market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 6.1% from 2020 to 2027 to reach AUD 700.2 billion by 2027.
Weekly Pay
$874
The average cleaner salary in Australia is $52,683 per year or $27.02 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $49,647 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $60,683 per year.
(Source – ABS)
Satisfied With Training
95%
Percentage of graduates of this course who were satisfied with the training.
Overview
About the program
Certificate III in Cleaning Operations, this qualification reflects the role of cleaners responsible for undertaking a range of routine and non-routine tasks according to work schedules, liaising with clients and in some cases members of the public, and operating in a range of general residential and commercial settings as well as specialist cleaning environments. The cleaner may work alone, with or without supervision, and has responsibility for selecting, preparing and using appropriate cleaning methods for a range of cleaning situations while ensuring safe work practices.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements listed in the training package for this qualification. It is preferred that the students have obtained a minimum of a School Certificate or equivalent. Students are required to; be at least 16 years of age (students under 18 years of age will need a parent or guardian to approve their enrolment).
Course Pathways
Pathways from the qualification
- CPP40416 Certificate IV in Cleaning Management
Training delivery
This course can be conducted online, blended, work based or in the classroom. Training is delivered through our Registered Training Organisation: Gateway Training Academy RTO ID 32305.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a:
- Nationally recognised Certificate & Transcript or
- Statement of Attainment (if found competent in at least 1 Unit of Competency)
Course Structure
To successfully complete this qualification, you require 14 units of competence. These 14 units are comprised of 5 core unit which is compulsory and 9 elective units.
The units of competence shown below have been selected by Gateway Training Academy based on the course purpose.
Unit Code | Unit Title | Unit Type |
---|---|---|
CPPCLO3003 | Clean using safe work practices | Core |
CPPCLO3005 | Confirm and apply privacy and security requirements for cleaning work | Core |
CPPCLO3019 | Remove waste and recyclable materials | Core |
CPPCLO3035 | Maintain cleaning storage areas | Core |
CPPCMN3006 | Provide effective client service | Core |
CPPCLO3001 | Maintain hard floor surfaces | Elective |
CPPCLO3002 | Restore hard floor surfaces | Elective |
CPPCLO3006 | Clean carpets | Elective |
CPPCLO3008 | Mitigate carpet water damage | Elective |
CPPCLO3009 | Clean glass surfaces | Elective |
CPPCLO3011 | Clean using environmentally sustainable work practices | Elective |
CPPCLO3021 | Clean industrial machinery | Elective |
CPPCMN3007 | Support leadership in the workplace | Elective |
HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures | Elective |
Student Outcomes
Job roles
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Carpet Cleaner
- Commercial Cleaner
- Industrial Cleaner
Industry Insights
Industry Insights
Future Growth
10%
The global contract cleaning services market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 6.1% from 2020 to 2027 to reach AUD 700.2 billion by 2027.
Weekly Pay
$874
The average cleaner salary in Australia is $52,683 per year or $27.02 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $49,647 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $60,683 per year.
(Source – ABS)
Satisfied With Training
95%
Percentage of graduates of this course who were satisfied with the training.
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