Certificate III in Urban Pest Management
Purpose-built for operators targeting commercial clients. This stream develops the skills needed to manage pest operations across sensitive sites including strata, hospitality, food service, aged care, and facility management — environments that demand structured service delivery and compliance documentation.
About This Course
The CPP30119 Certificate III in Urban Pest Management – Stream 3 is designed for operators who want to work in the commercial pest management sector. Building on the core general pest skill set, this stream focuses on planning, scheduling, and managing pest operations at scale across sensitive and regulated environments.
It is the preferred pathway for technicians working in businesses that service strata, hospitality, food processing, aged care, government, and facility management clients — where documentation, compliance, and structured service delivery are essential.
Government Subsidised Training Available
This qualification may be eligible for government subsidised training for eligible students. ProTrain is an approved Skills Assure Supplier (SAS) — contact us to find out what funding you may be entitled to.
Benefits of Studying This Course
- Gain a nationally recognised accredited qualification — CPP30119
- Develop skills for commercial and sensitive-site pest management contracts
- Learn to schedule, organise and monitor pest management operations at scale
- Meet licensing requirements for pest management technicians
- Access an industry with strong employment growth and year-round demand
- Flexible blended delivery — online theory plus practical assessment
- Available via General Pathway (no employer required) or formal Traineeship
Employment Opportunities
Graduates are well-positioned for commercial pest management roles, including:
Curriculum
Stream 3 consists of 10 units of competency, covering core general pest management and equipment skills, supplemented by commercial-focused electives in operations scheduling, sensitive site management, food handling areas, and strata properties.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| CPPUPM3005 | Manage pests without applying pesticides | Core |
| CPPUPM3006 | Manage pests by applying pesticides | Core |
| CPPUPM3018 | Maintain equipment and pesticide storage area in pest management vehicles | Core |
| CPPUPM3017 | Maintain, service and repair pest management equipment | Core |
| CPPCMN3004 | Respond to enquiries and complaints | Core |
| CPPUPM4002 | Schedule, organise and monitor pest management operations | Elective |
| CPPUPM4003 | Assess and advise on pest management options for sensitive operations | Elective |
| CPPUPM4004 | Implement pest management plans for food handling and storage areas | Elective |
| CPPUPM4005 | Implement and monitor pest management plans for sensitive operations | Elective |
| CPPUPM4006 | Manage pest management operations for body corporate and strata title properties | Elective |
| Totals | 10 units of competency |
Credit Transfers (CT)
If you hold prior qualifications, some units may be eligible for Credit Transfer. Units awarded CT do not attract government funding, reducing the total subsidy available. Contact ProTrain to discuss before enrolment.
This qualification is typically completed in 6–24 months depending on prior experience, study pace, and delivery pathway. Traineeship students will have a formal duration aligned to their training contract.
Several units require supervised practical assessment, particularly the pesticide application and sensitive site management units. Students are required to either be currently employed, commencing employment or have pre-arranged & documented work placement in the pest management sector.
All learning materials are provided through ProTrain's online student portal. You will need access to a device and internet connection. Hardcopy resources are available on request.
- Written knowledge assessments (online)
- Practical demonstrations and observations
- Workplace-based evidence portfolios
- Third-party supervisor reports
Upon successful completion you will receive the nationally recognised CPP30119 Certificate III in Urban Pest Management. This supports licensing applications with the QBCC and other relevant state regulators.
Requirements
All students require a valid USI prior to enrolment. Create yours free at usi.gov.au.
Existing pest management experience may qualify for RPL, reducing the number of units you need to complete. Contact ProTrain before enrolment to discuss your options and how RPL may affect your enrolment.
To access Career Start subsidised training, you must:
- Be 15 years or older and not currently attending school
- Live in Queensland
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, eligible visa holder, or NZ citizen
- Not hold a Certificate III or higher completed in the last 10 years
- Not be currently enrolled in another funded qualification
Funding & Fees
This course is eligible for Queensland Government Career Start subsidised training. ProTrain is an approved Skills Assure Supplier (SAS). Pricing is current as at 10 April 2026.
| Learning Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Blended Learning – Classroom & Online / Remote Learning & On the Job Learning | $5,100 |
| Online / Remote Learning & On the Job Learning | $4,600 |
| Units Covered | |
| CPPUPM3005, CPPUPM3006, CPPUPM3018, CPPUPM3017, CPPCMN3004, CPPUPM4002, CPPUPM4003, CPPUPM4004, CPPUPM4005, CPPUPM4006 | |
Total Cost Summary
Standard: Student co-contribution $600 + Employer charge $1,425 = Total $2,025
PPG (concession): Student $240 + Employer $760 = Total $1,000
Important Career Start Funding Rule
Under Career Start you can access one general qualification + one traineeship, or two traineeships. You cannot access two general pathway qualifications. If a traineeship is completed first, you may lose general pathway eligibility.
- Under 17, not at school, and has not completed Year 12
- Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
- Holds (or is the partner of someone who holds) a Health Care Card, Veteran Card, or Pensioner Concession Card
Hardship exemptions may also apply. Contact ProTrain to confirm your eligibility.
General Pathway — No employer required. No training contract. Fastest and simplest path to qualification. Best for new entrants, self-employed operators, and existing workers not in a formal traineeship.
Traineeship — Requires employment and a formal training contract. Employer provides workplace supervision. Best for businesses wanting structured, long-term workforce development aligned to industry outcomes.
If units are granted Credit Transfer (CT), those units do not attract government funding. This reduces the total subsidy available. The figures above assume no credit transfers. Speak to ProTrain to model the cost if CT units are likely.
Why ProTrain?
- Pest management specialists — we focus exclusively on this industry, not a generalist RTO
- Flexible delivery — study online at your own pace, with practical support when you need it
- Instalment payment options available to make fees manageable
- Expert guidance on pathway selection, funding eligibility, and RPL to maximise your outcome
- Ongoing support through enrolment, training, and into employment
- Queensland Government approved Skills Assure Supplier (SAS) — authorised to deliver Career Start subsidised training
ProTrain Insight — Is Stream 3 right for you?
Stream 3 is ideal if your business is focused on commercial accounts — strata, hospitality, food service, aged care, or government facilities. It is also the most cost-effective stream under Career Start funding. Not sure whether this or another stream is the right fit? Give us a call and we'll help you choose.
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