How do I become a air conditioning technician?
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UEE32220
Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
8 - 48 months
$0 - $30,000
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 8 more
UEE32120
Certificate III in Appliance Service
Blended, Traineeship
36 - 48 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
UEE20120
Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems
Blended, On Campus
4 - 8 months
$0 - $2,180
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
MEM31319
Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Blended
24 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Outsource Institute
MEM20105
Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical Refrigeration and Air Conditioning)
On Campus
6 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
South Metropolitan TAFE
UEE62520
Advanced Diploma of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Australia Institute of Business and Technology
UEE42720
Certificate IV in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Servicing
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Australia Institute of Business and Technology
Related occupations
HVAC Technician
A HVAC Technician installs, maintains, and repairs heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, specialising in residential or industrial work.
Avg yearly income
$104,000
Skill level
Unknown
Refrigeration Mechanic
A Refrigeration Mechanic installs, repairs, and services air conditioners and refrigeration systems, ensuring correct procedures, attention to detail, and customer satisfaction.
Avg yearly income
$97,500
Skill level
Unknown
Common questions
How much does an Air Conditioning Technician earn?
In Australia, a full time Air Conditioning Technician generally earns $1,884 per week ($97,968 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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What are the job opportunities for an Air Conditioning Technician?
The number of people working in this profession has grown strongly in recent years. There are currently 33,600 people employed as an Air Conditioning Technician in Australia compared to 23,700 five years ago. Air Conditioning Technicians may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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How do I become an Air Conditioning Technician?
If you’re interested in a career as an Air Conditioning Technician, consider enrolling in a Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems. This course covers topics including connecting refrigerant tubing and fittings, testing and charging refrigerant leaks and using drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications. A Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration may also be appropriate.
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