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Certificate III in Driving Operations

Certificate I - IV.
TAFE Queensland
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About the course

This entry-level Certificate III builds practical skills for driving operations in the transport and logistics industry. You’ll learn safe passenger and freight transport practices and develop workplace-ready capability for driving roles such as bus, tip truck and local heavy general freight driving. Training includes on-the-job experience and core operational skills like heavy vehicle driving, safe load shifting, fatigue management and vehicle-to-vehicle communication. The programme emphasises applied skills, workplace readiness, and technical competency for industry entry.

Career outcome

Graduates can seek entry-level work across road transport and logistics, supporting passenger and freight services. Typical pathways include bus driving, tip truck driving, pickup and delivery work, local heavy general freight driving, and line haul roles (depending on licensing and employer requirements). This Certificate III qualification supports job-ready skills for on-road driving operations within the transport industry. Preparing graduates for skilled employment, traineeships, and pathways to higher qualifications.


Average Salary***


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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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Concession: $3,555 | Subsidised: $3,975 | Full Fee: $5,925

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Information

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2 years

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Year-round

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Darling Downs and South West

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TLI31222

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

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