Certificate III In Plumbing

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Learn practical plumbing skills and work towards your goal of becoming a registered plumber

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.

Please note that, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing requirements, to continue your learning journey, this program will be delivered remotely where possible.

Participants will be required to engage with theoretical components of the course online and via video conferencing software rather than attend classes. Refer to our COVID-19 Online Service Standards for details of minimum technical requirements and support available.

Practical skills training and assessment will be carried out in scheduled small classes in order to meet social distancing requirements. The usual rhythms of block or day release may be disrupted temporarily given the altered scheduling of practical training and assessment. It may be possible for apprentices and trainees to capture assessment evidence in their workplace. This will be negotiated on a case by case basis with the individual and their employer.

If you have any queries on the course delivery or practical skills training and assessment, please contact our Apprenticeship Hub on 1300 775 265 or apphub@chisholm.edu.au.

Course code: CPC32413
On campus: Frankston, Berwick
Online: Not available Online
International: Not available for International students
Length: Part Time, 3 years.
Start dates: February 2021

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Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the competency-based assessment program that can be undertaken in the workplace, at Chisholm, or a combination of both.

This nationally recognised qualification can be completed part time over three years in conjunction with on the job training. A training plan can be negotiated with employers to suit their requirements.

Once complete, you can develop your skills further with Chisholm’s Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services.

Chisholm TAFE is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
CPCPGS3047A	Install LPG systems in marine craft
CPCPDR3023A	Install on-site disposal systems
CPCPWT3028A	Install water services
CPCPDR2022A	Install domestic treatment plants
CPCPWT3029A	Install water pipe systems
CPCPMS3032A	Select and fit insulation and sheathing
CPCPFS2022A	Install portable fire equipment
CPCPCM2052A	Weld using oxy-acetylene equipment
CPCPCM3021A	Flash penetrations through roofs and walls
CPCPSN3026A	Install sewerage pumpsets

Career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Certificate III In Plumbing	Certificate IV In Plumbing And Services
Possible job outcome	registered plumber	Licensed Plumber

Skills recognition

Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.

Find out about advanced standing for graduate certificate, graduate diploma and bachelor degree courses.
Admission requirements

Apprentices must have a Registered Training Agreement with their employer

Fees

Fees
Indicative course fees
	Student eligible for government-subsidised training Course fees for students eligible for Skills First funding		Full fee paying Fees for a student not eligible for Skills First funding or concession.
	Concession Fees for student eligible for Skills First funding and concession.	Non-concession Fees for a non-concession student eligible for Skills First funding.
Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	$1572.00	$7861.00	$34018.00

Total course materials and associated fees (GST inc)	$1100.00	$1100.00	$1100.00
Student Services fee (GST inc and maximum payable each year)	$125	$250	$250
Payable	$2797.00	$9211.00	$35368.00

*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. The ancillary fee is now incorporated into the Student Services fee. Find out about help with fees.

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Payment plans

At Chisholm, you can spread your tuition costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

Scholarships

Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find our more about the scholarships, which to date have supported more than 150 students with grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, depending on circumstance and the area of study.

Government-subsidised training

Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding.

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