AUR20220
Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology
Gain your refrigerant handling licence. This course is for existing automotive tradespeople who want to further their career.
This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.
Course overview
Further your automotive career by gaining your automotive refrigerant handling licence. This qualification will enable you to work with automotive air conditioning systems safely and is a requirement for your refrigerant handling licence.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, demand for qualified mechanics (including automotive air conditioning mechanics) grew strongly over the past five years with employers finding it hard to fill vacancies. Job openings are expected to remain steady in the near future with around 23,000 job opening expected over the next five years.
In this course you will learn to fit, install, service, repair and test automotive air conditioning systems safely. This course teaches you to comply with laws and regulations regarding ozone protection and synthetic gas.
Upon successful completion, you will be able to apply for your Automotive Refrigerant Handling Licence from the Australian Refrigerant Council. This will allow you to work on air conditioning equipment in light, heavy and commercial vehicles, and in automotive plant and equipment.
What can I do?
- Automotive Air Conditioning Serviceperson
Course outcome:
AUR20220 Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology
Recognition of experience
Skills and knowledge you have already gained working in the automotive industry can be recognised through TAFE Queensland's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. You can use RPL to have your existing skills taken into account and earn your qualification sooner.
Industry partnerships
TAFE Queensland has developed many strong relationships with the major players across the automotive industry. We have partnered with companies such as Toyota, Nissan, Komatsu, and Jeep Chrysler to deliver industry-current, tailored training programs. Employees trained by TAFE Queensland are highly-skilled and highly-valued.
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 7 elective units from the list below.
Please note that as some of the units below must be completed via Credit Transfer or RPL, extra fees may be applicable.
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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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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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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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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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Ipswich
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On Campus
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28 Jan 2025
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3 days
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Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
3 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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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Ipswich
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On Campus
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04 Feb 2025
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3 days
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Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
04 Feb 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
3 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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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Ipswich
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On Campus
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27 May 2025
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3 days
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Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
27 May 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
3 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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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Acacia Ridge
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On Campus
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05 Jun 2025
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4 days
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Full time: Thursday 05/06/25, Friday 06/06/25, Monday 09/06/25 & Tuesday 10/06/25
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
05 Jun 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
4 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time: Thursday 05/06/25, Friday 06/06/25, Monday 09/06/25 & Tuesday 10/06/25
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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Acacia Ridge
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On Campus
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07 Jul 2025
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4 days
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Full time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
07 Jul 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
4 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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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Acacia Ridge
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On Campus
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24 Sep 2025
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4 days
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Full time: Wednesday 24/09/25, Thursday 25/09/25, Friday 26/09/25 & Monday 29/09/25
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
24 Sep 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
4 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time: Wednesday 24/09/25, Thursday 25/09/25, Friday 26/09/25 & Monday 29/09/25
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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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Ashmore
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On campus with some online
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28 Jan 2025
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1 week
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Full time
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
1 week
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time
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.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Warwick
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On Campus
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22 Apr 2025
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3 days
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Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
22 Apr 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
3 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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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Toowoomba
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On Campus
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22 Apr 2025
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3 days
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Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
22 Apr 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
3 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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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Toowoomba
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On Campus
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08 Jul 2025
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3 days
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Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
08 Jul 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
3 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 8am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle
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On Campus
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10 Feb 2025
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up to 1 week
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Full time
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
10 Feb 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 1 week
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time
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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Cairns
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On Campus
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14 Apr 2025
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up to 1 week
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Full time
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
14 Apr 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 1 week
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time
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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Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle
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On Campus
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28 Apr 2025
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up to 1 week
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Full time
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Apr 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 1 week
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time
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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Cairns
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On Campus
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23 Jun 2025
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up to 1 week
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Full time
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
23 Jun 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 1 week
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time
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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Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle
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On Campus
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14 Jul 2025
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up to 1 week
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Full time
|
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
14 Jul 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 1 week
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time
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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Mount Isa
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On Campus
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11 Aug 2025
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up to 1 week
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Full time
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
11 Aug 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 1 week
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time
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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Cairns
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On Campus
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22 Sep 2025
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up to 1 week
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Full time
|
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
22 Sep 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 1 week
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time
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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Mount Isa
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On Campus
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13 Oct 2025
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up to 1 week
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Full time
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
13 Oct 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 1 week
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time
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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Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle
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On Campus
|
13 Oct 2025
|
up to 1 week
|
Full time
|
|
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
13 Oct 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 1 week
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time
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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Mount Isa
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On Campus
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24 Nov 2025
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up to 1 week
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Full time
|
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
24 Nov 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 1 week
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time
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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Cairns
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On Campus
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08 Dec 2025
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up to 1 week
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Full time
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