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UEE20120
Current Electricians, enhance your practical skills and knowledge required to take your career further, and become a split air conditioning and heat pump installer.
This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.
This post trade course will help you to enhance your electrical skill set. Develop the practical skills and knowledge required to become a split air conditioning and heat pump installer. With 50,000 expected job openings over the next five years for electrical tradespersons, now is the time to become a part of this growing industry.
In this course you will learn how to design, quote and install, reverse cycle air conditioning unit systems. You will also develop skills in positioning, assembling and starting up single-head split air conditioning units and systems to a prescribed routine. Our industry experienced teachers will give you all the support and one-on-one guidance you need to succeed.
Upon successful completion of this course you can apply for the licence required to install and decommission single-head split system air conditioners (up to 18 kilowatts) and become a split air conditioning and heat pump installer.
UEE20120 Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems
If you're a qualified electrician, this skill set will help you take your career further, opening up new opportunities for revenue and growth.
Your years of industry experience count for something. With our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) we can help you fill in your gaps in knowledge to upgrade or gain your qualifications faster.
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and elective units, as listed below.
Please note that some units are cross-credited or RPL from your existing electrical qualification.
Cost of course will be dependant on number of units required.
You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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| CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Ashmore
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On Campus
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28 Nov 2025
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up to 2 months
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Part time self directed study plus 3 days practical on campus at Ashmore on 28th November, 5th and 6th December. Cost is for 6 units only.
Friday, Saturday
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AshmoreOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Nov 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 2 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time self directed study plus 3 days practical on campus at Ashmore on 28th November, 5th and 6th December. Cost is for 6 units only.
Friday, Saturday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Ashmore
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On Campus
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27 Jan 2026
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up to 2 months
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Part time self directed study plus 3 days practical on campus at Ashmore. Cost is for 6 units only.
Friday, Saturday
|
|
AshmoreOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
27 Jan 2026
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 2 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time self directed study plus 3 days practical on campus at Ashmore. Cost is for 6 units only.
Friday, Saturday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Learn moreThis may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Learn moreYou will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. This helps you to decide if your course is right for you and allows us to understand your current abilities in English, Maths, as well as using Digital technology.
The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 2 in English, 2 in Maths and 2 in Digital Technology.Access and instructions on how to complete the Skills Check will be emailed to you once you have submitted your application.
Read the Skills Check FAQs.
You must hold a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820/UEE30811) qualification to be eligible to undertake this course. If you only hold an Electrical license you may be able to undertake an RPL process, at an additional cost, to be eligible for entry.
You must also apply to the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) www.arctick.org for a Classroom (CL000) or Trainee (TL000) Refrigerant Handling Licence. Please refer to your location for further details.
You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.
This includes the use of:
If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.
You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about University Pathways
If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.
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