Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration – UEE32220

Name: Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration – UEE32225
Brand: Skills Certified
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Advance your career with the Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration – UEE32220 using your existing skills.

This nationally recognised qualification can be completed through RPL refrigeration and air conditioning, helping experienced tradies formalise their skills without repeating training they’ve already mastered.

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Qualification Overview

Qualification Name

Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration

Code and Units of Competency

UEE32220

Duration

Within four weeks of receiving sufficient and complying evidence of competency in all applied for units of competency

Offered By

Australia Institute of Business and Technology (RTO: 41138)

Eligibility Criteria

The Certificate 3 in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration is open to tradies who want to work in the installation, repair and service of air conditioners and refrigerators. Whether you’re a repair technician with years of practical experience or a student who has completed partial qualifications, this certificate will give you a formal Cert III air conditioning and refrigeration trade-level qualification. The qualification includes both practical and theoretical learning to build the capability needed to work confidently in the refrigeration and air-conditioning sector. It is also ideal for workers wanting to expand their skills, change roles, or gain recognition for existing experience. Eligibility criteria include:

Australian citizen, permanent resident, or full-time work visa holder
Minimum of three years’ work experience in an air-conditioning and refrigeration role

Get in touch to check eligibility and schedule your certification.

Where Will This Certificate Take You

This certification can teach you how to choose components, install, set up, test, repair, and maintain refrigeration systems, large-scale food storage and preservation equipment, and air-conditioning and air distribution equipment. It also includes the regulatory requirements for handling and purchasing refrigerants.

You may study as an apprentice, or if you’re already an experienced tradesperson, you’ll be assessed on the job. Skill recognition is completed in real or closely simulated workplace environments, ensuring your experience is accurately validated.

The qualification confirms competency through prior experience or training delivered through a recognised RTO.

How To Apply For a Licence

Registration and licensing requirements for refrigeration and air-conditioning work differ by state. Each state and territory has its own regulatory body, so it’s important to check the specific licensing rules, application fees, and competency requirements on your local authority’s website.

Holding a licence shows you have the formal training required to carry out refrigerated air-conditioning work safely and compliantly. It confirms you understand the regulatory standards for handling refrigerants, installing and servicing systems, and meeting WHS and environmental obligations as a certified practitioner.

Ease of Getting Qualified

Get certified anywhere in Australia
Most RPL completions occur within four weeks (depending on evidence)
Accredited by reputable partner RTOs
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FREE RPL quote and skills check available.

What Skills Does This Certification Provide Me With

The Certificate III in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration equips you with the trade-level skills needed to work safely and independently in the industry. You’ll learn how to select components, install and set up systems, test performance, fault-find, repair, and maintain a wide range of refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment used in homes, commercial buildings, and food-storage environments.

This qualification also covers the regulatory requirements for purchasing, handling, and managing refrigerants, giving you the compliance knowledge needed to operate as a certified refrigeration and air-conditioning technician.

Evidence of Learning Documentation

100 points of ID
CV/Resume
Qualifications, Certificates/Transcripts, Statements of attainment
Apprenticeship papers (if available)
Overseas qualifications/transcripts (if available)
Refrigerant handling licence (Trainee or Restricted to Split System)
References from licenced Air-con & Refrigeration companies/contractors
Letter of employment
Third Party Verification
Payslips/invoices
Plans/Drawings
SWMS
JSA’s
Work Orders
Service sheets
Photos/videos of performing air-conditioning tasks on tools.

Registered Training Organisation's Offering This Qualification

Australia Institute of Business and Technology (RTO: 41138)

RPL Qualifications Completed In 4 Simple Steps

Step 1

Free Skills Assessment

Speak to Skills Certified about your goals and allow us to guide you towards the qualification that will help you reach them.

Step 1

Step 2

Portfolio of Experience

Your consultant will assist you in gathering evidence such as qualifications, transcripts, photos, videos, work samples, references, your resume and more.

Step 2

Step 3

Evidence review

A partner RTO assessor reviews your portfolio. If any gaps exist, a trainer may be assigned to upskill you at no cost.

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Step 4

You're Qualified!!

Qualifications issued are nationally recognised and identical to those gained through full-time study.

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What can you do with this qualification?

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A Certificate 3 in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration equips you with the skills to:

Select and install components
Test, fault-find, and repair refrigeration systems
Maintain commercial and domestic air-conditioning units
Install and service food storage and preservation equipment
Handle and purchase refrigerants in line with regulations

This qualification supports pathways into contracting, licensing, and higher-skilled technical roles across construction, manufacturing, and service industries.

Is this Certificate III in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration right for me?

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This qualification suits those who:

Have extensive hands-on experience but no formal certificate
Want to progress into licensed air-conditioning and refrigeration work
Are seeking better job opportunities, higher pay, or increased job security
Hold overseas experience and want recognition in Australia
Want to avoid repeating training they already know.

If you’re unsure, a free skills check will show whether RPL refrigeration and air conditioning is the right pathway for you.

How Skills Certified can help you

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Outcomes For Certificate III in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration

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Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates of this course who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay.

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Salary

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Satisfied With Training

Percentage of graduates of this course who were satisfied with the training.

Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates of this course who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay.

Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates of this course starting their first ever full-time job after graduating.

61.7%

Technicians & Trades Workers

11.3%

Machine Operators & Drivers

11.3%

Labourers

25.6%

Construction

19.3%

Other Services

14.1%

Manufacturing

FAQ

Do I need a licence to work in refrigeration and air conditioning?

Licensing requirements differ by state. Check your local regulatory body for details.

What evidence do I need?

Common documents include: 100 points of ID, resume, employment letters, payslips, plans, SWMS, JSAs, service sheets, videos, and photos of work.

Can overseas qualifications be used?

Yes. RPL can assess your overseas experience and transcripts.

How long does it take to get qualified?

Many candidates complete their RPL within four weeks once they supply all the evidence.

Is the qualification nationally recognised?

Yes — the Cert III air conditioning and refrigeration qualification is issued by a partner RTO and recognised Australia-wide.

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