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About the course
Complete this apprenticeship-based Certificate III to qualify as an air conditioning and refrigeration mechanic. You’ll gain practical skills to install, test, fault-find, repair and maintain refrigeration and air-conditioning systems used in buildings and food storage. The course also covers regulatory requirements for purchasing and handling refrigerants, supported by trade teachers and tutors. This Certificate III in engineering services supports licensing pathways in refrigeration and air conditioning.
Career outcome
Graduates may work installing, servicing and repairing refrigeration, air-conditioning and air-distribution equipment across homes, commercial buildings and food storage environments. The training supports compliance with refrigerant-handling regulations and prepares you to pursue relevant licences required in the trade. Typical employment is as an air conditioning and refrigeration mechanic within contracting businesses, maintenance teams or specialist refrigeration services. This Certificate III leads to trade roles in refrigeration and air conditioning engineering services.
Living Costs in Gold Coast**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310 |
Average Salary***
