Chisholm Institute

CPC32420

Certificate III in Plumbing

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

When you complete the Certificate III in Plumbing, you’ll have the skills required to carry out a range of plumbing tasks with confidence.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in areas such as installation of air conditioning, sprinkler and gas piping systems, welding, blockage clearance, pipe fabrication, plan interpretation and workplace safety.

Delivery mode

Chisholm Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Fletcher Road, Frankston
  • 25 Kangan Drive, Berwick
  • 121 Stud Road, Dandenong

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Apprentices must have a Registered Training Agreement with their employer, Core skills required for this course: literacy and numeracy range from levels two to three, It is recommended school leaver students complete the pre-apprenticeship pathway (Certificate II) prior to enrolling, or complete a pre-training assessment for literacy and numeracy of BKSB assessment with an outcome of ACSF exit level 2, working level 3.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $25,582 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
VIC
  • VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$25,582
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$25,582
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with Chisholm Institute to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 36 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $25,582 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Plumbing will prepare you for the following roles.

Plumber

A Plumber installs and maintains services including hot and cold water, drainage, sewerage services and water treatment systems. You might install...

Avg yearly income $91,000
Entry barriers Low

Drainer

A Drainer installs and services drainage systems in residential, commercial and industrial settings. You might work on storm drain systems, septic...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

Gasfitter

A Gasfitter installs and maintains gas services including mains and pipe systems. You might connect new services or perform repairs on existing sys...

Avg yearly income $85,800
Entry barriers Low

Sprinkler Fitter

A Sprinkler Fitter installs and maintains sprinkler systems used as part of fire safety programs. You might install new systems and carry out testi...

Avg yearly income $99,840
Entry barriers Low

About Chisholm Institute

We are one of Victoria’s premier public vocational education and training provider, prominently placed across Melbourne’s south east manufacturing heartland and residential growth corridors.

We pride ourselves on our record of providing quality education and training that leads to real career outcomes. Our long-term success means you can trust that you’ll learn job ready skills, and earn a respected qualification.

We are a government-owned TAFE that offers over 250 certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, bachelor and graduate certificate courses, with each course carefully structured to ensure that all of our graduates finish with the skills needed to further their career aspirations. We are a safe investment in your future.