Thread: Gyproc courses

Hi All, Im looking for a Gyproc course that I can do in Perth part time.

I am about to start renovating a house which will pretty much require every wall and ceiling replaced over time.

I also would love to have a skill up my sleeve for use when travelling and if a career change was ever on the cards.

Does anyone know of a short course on solid plastering in Perth that I can start with and build on?

Or anyone willing to spend a paid couple of weekends showing me the ropes to get me started.

Appreciate any assistance

Have you tried your local T.A.F.E ?
They have some great courses.

Cheers
Tony

Gday Im new here ,but Im a drywall plasterer of 18 yrs exp.
Unfortunately im in NSW.
In NSW I dont think there is such a course,there is cert 3 at tafe tho.
for apprentices .
Heres my suggestion.
Check your local paper trades directory,or local yellow pages ,call a few drywall plasterers and explain what you want to do.Tell them you will pay them for thier time,weekends may be pushin it tho.
Please understand you cannot learn to plaster like a pro overnight.
You may come to an arrangement where you pin the plasterboard and the plasterer can set it.cornice ,etc.
anyway good luck ,and be careful
Brendan

I don't know about courses but certainly suggest you make the laundry your first room. Nothing beats 'hands on learning'.

It's not brain surgery, you'll probably find you'll end up with a job as good as the pro, it will just take much longer.

I agree with Murray, give it a go, you'll spend ages doing it but it's fun.
Also go to rodplasterbroker site it's great for novices like us.

cheers
Tony