Certificate III

Certificate III Plumbing

About this course

The Certificate III Plumbing at Acquired Education, recognised through our Skills Recognition Program, certifies your trade skills as a plumber or gasfitter. We value your hands-on experience with water, gas, and drainage systems, assessing your existing expertise rather than adding more learning. This recognition not only validates your skills in this high-demand industry but also bolsters your professional standing, all without additional training.

Course code

CPC32420

Course units

Courses are made up of a combination of both core and elective units. In the Certificate III Plumbing qualification, you will need to obtain 58 Units of competency, including 43 core and 15 elective units. Elective units subject to availability of Partner RTOs. If specific electives are required, please contact us.

CPCPCM2047

Carry out levelling

CPCPCM2041

Work effectively in the plumbing services sector

CPCPCM2040

Read plans, calculate quantities and mark out materials

CPCCCM2012

Work safely at heights

CPCPWT3022

Install and commission water heating systems and adjust controls and devices

CPCPWT3027

Install backflow prevention devices

CPCPWT3026

Install and fit off sanitary fixtures, water services and adjust water service controls

CPCPWT3025

Install water pumpsets

CPCPWT3021

Set out and install water services

CPCPWT3020

Connect and install storage tanks to a domestic water supply

Career Pathways

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Career pathways

Plumber, Plumber & Drainer, Plumber & Gasfitter, Gasfitter, Roof Plumber, Mechanical Services Plumber

Licensing

With this qualification you will be eligible to apply for a Contractor Licence. Licencing requirements may vary depending on state. Applicants are encouraged to confirm licencing requirements in their state.

Frequently Asked Questions

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