UEE32225 - Certificate III in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration
Advance Your Career in the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Industry!
The heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC&R) industry is experiencing major growth across Australia, and dual-trade technicians are in high demand.
If you’re a qualified electrician or plumber who has already completed the Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems, the UEE32225 Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration is the ideal next step to upskill, expand your trade licence and boost your earning potential.
This nationally recognised air conditioning and refrigeration qualification teaches you how to install, service and repair modern HVAC&R systems, while meeting the requirements to apply for your RAC01 Refrigerant Handling Licence with the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC)and state and territory building authority licences.
Open to students Australia-wide, this course combines flexible online theory with practical workshops delivered at our Brisbane training centre, giving you the skills to confidently work on both air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.
If you want to become dual-trade qualified, increase your job opportunities, and stay competitive in a fast-growing industry, this qualification is the next step in your career.
Why Choose This Course?
This qualification allows you to:
Gain a nationally recognised qualification that is valued across the air conditioning and refrigeration industry.
Enhance your career opportunities with expanded skills that open doors to more specialised and higher-level roles.
Meet the educational requirements for various state and territory licensing pathways.
Become eligible to apply for the RAC01 – Refrigerant Handling Licence with the Australian Refrigeration Council.
Unlock new business opportunities, enabling you to take on larger, more complex systems and broaden your service offerings.
Support staff development and retention, employers can use this qualification to upskill high-performing workers, build internal capability and grow their specialised service offering.
What You'll Learn
This qualification equips you with the practical skills and knowledge to:
Install, commission, service and repair refrigeration and air conditioning systems used in residential homes, commercial buildings and industrial facilities.
Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults using wiring diagrams, test instruments and safe refrigerant handling practices—including recovery, evacuation and charging in line with current regulations.
Fabricate, join and pressure-test pipework, and use industry-standard tools to measure, evacuate and verify system performance.
Apply safe work practices, including workplace health and safety, risk management, environmental compliance and regulatory requirements for refrigerant handling and restricted electrical work.
Test, fault-find and repair refrigeration and air conditioning components and system controls.
Maintain and service equipment used for food storage, preservation, cooling and air distribution across a range of applications.
Course Outcomes & Industry Recognition
Upon successful completion, you will be awarded the UEE32225 – Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, a nationally accredited qualification that enhances your expertise and sets you apart in the industry.
Our air conditioning and refrigeration course includes specialised training in refrigerant handling for commercial and industrial applications, excluding the automotive sector. This ensures you develop the necessary skills to work on a wide range of refrigeration and air conditioning systems in various settings.
This qualification makes you eligible to apply for the RAC01 – Refrigerant Handling Licence with the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC), allowing you to legally handle refrigerants across Australia. Additionally, it meets the electrical regulatory requirements for restricted electrical work in most states and territories, enabling you to work on systems operating above 50V AC or 120V DC—an essential skill for qualified plumbers looking to expand their capabilities.
If you do not complete the full course, you will still receive a Statement of Attainment for the competencies you have successfully achieved.
Career Pathways
Once qualified, you may progress into roles such as:
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic / Technician
- Installation and Commissioning Technician
- Service and Maintenance Technician
With further experience, you may develop into roles including:
- Senior Service Technician
- Team Leader or Site Supervisor
- Estimator or Project Coordinator
- Commissioning and System Optimisation Specialist
For alternative dates,
Please contact the Admin Team on 1300 856 832
Yeronga, Brisbane
Enrol Anytime*
Eligibility Conditions Apply
Qualified Electricians
From $12,395 (GST Free)
Qualified Plumbers
From $15,595 (GST Free)
Please note: The cost of our course will be determined during your pre-assessment and RPL assessment by our training team.
Online theory, In person practical workshops & Workplace training
Course Information
Course Prerequisites
To enrol, you must:
Hold a Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems (or equivalent).
Be a qualified electrician or plumber with relevant industry experience.
Have a valid RSS03 – Refrigerant Handling Licence (RHL) or be eligible to obtain one.
Foundational Skills and Competency Requirements
All students are required to demonstrate prior to enrolment with Get Skilled Training (GST) they have the required foundation skills, and in some cases pre-requisite competencies or work experience needed to successfully a course. This may require some applicants to undertake an evaluation to determine if they meet the requirements associated with Learning, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital Literacy.
Course Duration
The full duration of this course ranges from 12 to 24 months. However, each student’s course period will be determined during their pre-assessment and RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) status through:
- An RPL conversation
- Any additional requirements determined by a trainer
This course has an online theory component as well as practical training and several assessments. The online theory will need to be completed to demonstrate the student’s understanding of the content involved in each unit. This component can be completed at your own pace, and includes videos created by our trainers to assist you with developing your knowledge and understanding in installing, decommissioning, fault-finding, and repairing of refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
Course Cost
The course cost is determined on a case-by-case basis, depending on your current experience, qualifications, and ability to demonstrate practical knowledge. Your final course fee will be assessed during your Pre-Assessment and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.
Course Fees:
RPL Pathway (Assessment Only) Course Cost from $8,950 (GST Free)
Electrical Workers Course Cost from $12,395 (GST Free)
Plumber Workers Course Cost from $15, 595 (GST Free)
Additional costs may apply for electrical gap training and extended training duration, depending on your individual requirements.
For a personalised fee estimate, contact our training team today.
Brisbane Practical Workshop Dates
Our practical workshops are currently only delivered in Brisbane, Queensland, providing hands-on training with industry-standard equipment and expert guidance.
Workshop Duration:
Electricians: Required to attend a 12 – 23 day practical block.
Plumbers: Required to attend a 16 – 29 day practical block.
Secure Your Spot!
For more information on upcoming courses, contact our Admin Team at 1300 856 832 or email info@getskilledtraining.com.au.
State and Territory Licensing Requirements
Upon successful completion of this course, students must check with their relevant state or territory authority to confirm specific licensing requirements.
For non-electrical workers, obtaining a Restricted Electrical License is mandatory upon course completion.
It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they meet the specific licensing requirements for their state or territory. Fees, application processes, and eligibility criteria may vary. Please contact the relevant authority for the most up-to-date information.
| State/Territory | Licensing Requirements | Issuing Authority | Additional Notes | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Capital Territory (ACT) | No licence required for work under $12,000 | Access Canberra | A Building Work Licence is required for projects exceeding this amount. | Access Canberra: 13 22 81 |
| New South Wales (NSW) | Mechanical Service Licence | NSW Fair Trading | — | Fair Trading: 13 27 00 |
| Northern Territory (NT) | No licence required for work under $12,000 | Building Practitioners Board | A Building Work Licence is required for jobs over this amount. Plumbers are not eligible for this course.* | Building Practitioners Board: 1800 193 111 |
| Queensland (QLD) | Mechanical Services Licence | Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) | — | QBCC: 139 333 |
| South Australia (SA) | Building Licence (Air Conditioning Installation) | Consumer and Business Services (CBS) | — | CBS: 131 882 |
| Tasmania (TAS) | Mechanical Service Practitioners Licence | Consumer, Building, and Occupational Services (CBOS) | Applies only to flexible AC ducting. Non-flexible AC ducting requires a Building Services Provider Licence | CBOS: 1300 654 499 |
| Victoria (VIC) | Plumbing Licence Refrigerated Air-conditioning work | Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC) | Requires additional units (UEERA0066 & UEERA0067, not included in this course). Students must arrange for an existing license holder to sign off on their experience. | BPC: 1300 067 088 |
| Western Australia (WA) | No licence required for work under $20,000 | Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation, and Safety | A Building Work Licence is required for jobs over this amount. Plumbers are not eligible for this course.* | Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety: 1300 489 099 |
*A formal apprenticeship is required to be completed in UEE32225 – Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration course to obtain a Restricted Electrical Licence in WA and NT. In all other states and territories, this requirement does not apply. As a result, non-electrical students in NT and WA are not eligible for this course.*
Units Of Competency
Units Of Competency Eligible for RPL or Credit Transfer
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME |
|---|---|
| Units of competency from UEE20120 certificate II in split systems | |
| UEECD0007 | Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
| UEECD0020 | Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment |
| UEECD0019 | Fabricate assemble and dismantle utilities industries components |
| UEECD0042 | Solve problems in ELV single path circuits |
| UEECD0051 | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications |
| UEERA0059 | Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings |
| UEECD0016 | Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work |
| UEERE0001 | Apply enrironmentally and sustaintable procedures in the energy sector |
| UEECO0002 | Maintain documentation |
| units of competency from White card | |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| units of competency from Electrical Licence | (Restricted Electrical Units) |
| UEERL0001 | Attach chords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply |
| UEERL0002 | Attach chords, cables and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to 1000 V a.c or 1500 V d.c |
| UEERL0004 | Disconnect - reconnect electrical equipment connected to low voltage (LV) installation wiring |
| UEERL0005 | Locate and rectify faults in low voltage (LV) electrical equipment using set procedures |
| Units from CPR/LVR | |
| HLTAID009 | Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation |
| UETDRMP007 | Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel |
Remaining Units Of Competency
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME |
|---|---|
| Stage 1A - Basic operating conditions | |
| UEECO0010 | Participate in refrigeration and air conditioning work and competency development activities |
| UEERA0036 | Establish the basic operating conditions of vapour compression systems |
| Stage 1B - Handling refrigerants and lubricants | |
| UEERA0079 | Safely handle refrigerants and lubricants |
| UEERA0062 | Recover and charge refrigerants |
| Stage 1C - Air Conditiioning | |
| UEERA0035 | Establish the basic operating conditions of air conditioning systems |
| UEERA0099 | Install, commission, service and maintain air conditioning systems |
| Stage 1D - Fault Finding Controls | |
| UEERA0092 | Solve problems in low voltage refrigeration and air conditioning circuits |
| UEECD0042 | Solve problems in ELV single path circuits |
| UEERA0044 | Find and rectify faults in single phase motors and associated controls |
| UEERA0045 | Find and rectify faults in three phase motors and associated controls |
| UEERA0031 | Diagnose and rectify faults in air conditioning and refrigeration control systems |
| Stage 2A - Pipe Selection | |
| UEERA0081 | Select refrigerant piping, accessories and associated controls |
| UEERA0050 | Install refrigerant pipe work, flow controls and accessories |
| Stage 2B - Medium Temp Systems | |
| UEERA0053 | Install, commission, service and maintain medium temperature systems |
| Stage 2C - Low Temp Systems | |
| UEERA0052 | Install, commission, service and maintain low temperature systems |
| Stage 3A - Hydrocarbons and CO2 Systems | |
| UEERA0006 | Apply safety awareness and legal requirements for carbon dioxide refrigerant |
| UEERA0007 | Apply safety awareness and legal requirements for flammable refrigerants |
| UEERA0084 | Service and repair self-contained flammable refrigerants air conditioning and refrigeration systems |
| Stage 3B - Beverage Dispensers and Ice Making Systems | |
| UEERA0069 | Resolve problems in beverage dispensers |
| UEERA0073 | Resolve problems in ice making systems |
| Stage 4 - Capstone | |
| UEERA0094 | Verify functionality and compliance of refrigeration and air conditioning installations |
For more information about what these course units involve, call Get Skilled on 1300 856 832.
Wellbeing Support, Cultural Safety and Inclusion Information
Training and Wellbeing Support Provided By Get Skilled Training
Students whilst enrolling with our Registered Training Organisation (RTO) will have the opportunity to indicate if they require support associated with training and assessment. Furthermore, students can indicate if they require wellbeing support should they require it.
Any requests for support will be treated confidentially. Where the RTO does not have the resources or skills to provide a specific support service, the student will be provided with information on where they can access support.
The RTO will provide reasonable adjustments where it is required, providing the associated unit of competency has provision for this to occur.
Culturally Safe and Inclusion Learning Environments
Get Skilled Training is committed to ensuring our learning environments are culturally safe and inclusive for all students. A culturally safe and inclusive learning environment means students will not be subjected to any form of racism, discrimination or any form of harassment whilst enrolled with our Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
Support of First Nations People
Get Skilled Training undertakes student training and assessment activities in every state and territory within Australia. Our Registered Training Organisation (RTO) acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as being the traditional custodians of country and recognises their continuing connection to land, sea, culture and community.
We pay our respects to Elders past and present at all locations across Australia wherever our RTO undertakes training and assessment activities.
Why Choose Get Skilled Training
Qualified Trainers
Learn from highly skilled, certified trainers with 30+ years of real industry experience, ensuring you receive relevant and up-to-date training
Smaller Class Sizes
Benefit from more personalised support, faster feedback, and hands-on guidance thanks to our small workshop groups
Face to Face Practical Training
Build confidence and capability through personalised, practical training delivered in a simulated workplace environment that reflects real job conditions
Industry Experts, Software & Supplier Access
Gain access to our network of industry professionals, specialist software, and trusted suppliers to support your learning and ongoing career development, even after you finish training
Personalised Support
Receive quick, helpful answers from a dedicated support team focused on keeping you on track and progressing confidently through your course
Free Skills Assessment
Complete this free skills assessment to determine your suitability for this course and a member of our team will contact you in regards to your eligibility for this course.
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