SSAUR0011

Automotive Air Conditioning Skill Set

Skill Set

This skill set is designed to meet the requirements for obtaining a Refrigerant Handling Licence (RHL) / AAC02 Automotive Air Conditioning Licence.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Darling Downs and South West North Queensland

WAYS TO STUDY On campus

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 15 Jun 2026 Duration: 4 days View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Full Fee

$1,440

Course overview

This skill set will provide you with the units to meet the requirements to obtain a Refrigerant Handling Licence (RHL) / AAC02 Automotive Air Conditioning Licence.

A Refrigerant Handling Licence (RHL) is required to work on air conditioning equipment in any of the following category of vehicle;

Passenger car;
Forward control passenger vehicle;
Off-road passenger vehicles;
Registrable commercial vehicles;
Any off-road vehicle, including tractors and farm machinery fitted with an air conditioning system of a type normally used in the previous category of vehicles;
Automotive plant and equipment;
Any other self-propelled vehicle, which has a cabin fitted with a type of air conditioner normally fitted to one of the vehicle types previously listed.

Course outcome:

Statement of Attainment

Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

Further your automotive career by gaining your automotive refrigerant handling licence. AUR20220 Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete all units from the list below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
AURETU103

Service air conditioning and HVAC systems

UNIT CODE :
AURETU103

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to service air conditioning systems, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, fitted to a range of vehicles and machinery.
UNIT NAME
Service air conditioning and HVAC systems

UNIT CODE
AURETU104

Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components

UNIT CODE :
AURETU104

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the air conditioning systems, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, fitted to a range of vehicles and machinery for passenger convenience and comfort. The systems used vary based on the work context.
UNIT NAME
Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components

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On Campus

You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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On Campus

You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Ipswich	On Campus	25 Aug 2026	3 days	Full time	Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Ipswich On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 25 Aug 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 3 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Ipswich	On Campus	01 Dec 2026	3 days	Full time	Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Ipswich On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 01 Dec 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 3 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Toowoomba	On Campus	22 Sep 2026	3 days	Full time	Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Toowoomba On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 22 Sep 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 3 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Toowoomba	On Campus	17 Nov 2026	3 days	Full time	Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Toowoomba On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 17 Nov 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 3 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Warwick	On Campus	08 Dec 2026	3 days	Full time	Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Warwick On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 08 Dec 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 3 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Mount Isa	On Campus	15 Jun 2026	4 days	8am - 4:30pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday	Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Mount Isa On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 15 Jun 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 4 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. 8am - 4:30pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle	On Campus	24 Aug 2026	4 days	8am - 4:45pm Monday - Thursday	Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 24 Aug 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 4 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. 8am - 4:45pm Monday - Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Cairns	On Campus	21 Sep 2026	4 days	8am - 4:30pm Monday - Thursday	Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Cairns On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 21 Sep 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 4 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. 8am - 4:30pm Monday - Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle	On Campus	12 Oct 2026	4 days	8am - 4:45pm Monday - Thursday	Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 12 Oct 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 4 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. 8am - 4:45pm Monday - Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Cairns	On Campus	30 Nov 2026	4 days	8am - 4:30pm Monday - Thursday	Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Cairns On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 30 Nov 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 4 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. 8am - 4:30pm Monday - Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $1,440 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

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Automotive Air Conditioning Skill Set (SSAUR0011)

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Automotive Air Conditioning Skill Set

COURSE CODE: SSAUR0011

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Entry requirements

Prerequisite requirements

To enrol in this course, you must be currently working in the automotive industry and hold a relevant trade qualification.

For details on eligible qualifications, please refer to The Australian Refrigeration Council website (AAC02 – Refrigerant Handling Licence: Qualified Persons) and The Australian Refrigeration Council Fact Sheet

Please note that the list of eligible qualifications on the ARC website is not exhaustive and includes only the most common courses.

The Australian Refrigeration Council recommends that you supply copies of all qualifications and transcripts obtained to confirm eligibility for a specific licence before submitting an application online. To request verification, you can email the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) at enquire@arctick.org, attaching copies of certificates and transcripts.

Trainee Refrigerant Handling Licence
A TL000 - Trainee Automotive Air Conditioning Licence is required for a person who is handling refrigerant while undertaking this training.

You will need to obtain a trainee licence prior to enrolling into this skill set through the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC).

Selection criteria

To enrol into this skill set you must hold one of the 10 automotive qualifications with adjoining conditions listed below, work in automotive mechanical or electrical technical contexts, and would like to apply for a Refrigerant Handling Licence (RHL)/AAC02 - Automotive Air Conditioning Licence.

AUR20420 (previous AUR20416 or AUR20412) Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology
AUR21416 (previous AUR21412) Certificate II in Automotive Cooling System Technology
AUR30320 (previous AUR30316 or AUR30312) Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
AUR30420 (previous AUR30416 or AUR30412) Certificate III in Agricultural Technology
AUR30620 (previous AUR30616 or AUR30612) Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
AUR31120 (previous AUR31116, AUR31114 or AUR31112) Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
AUR31220 (previous AUR31216 or AUR31212) Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (supersedes AUR31720 (previous AUR31716 or AUR31712) Certificate III in Forklift Technology)
AUR31420 (previous AUR31416 or AUR31412) Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Fuel Technology
AUR31520 (previous AUR31516 or AUR31512) Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology
AUR32120 (previous AUR32116 or AUR32112) Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology
One of the Automotive trades listed above achieved prior to AUR05 (2005)
Successful completion of an Automotive Apprenticeship e.g. Proficiency Certificate
Automotive Trade Recognition Certificate
Trade Certificate with a Trade Outcome and evidence of automotive industry experience.

Evidence of prior completion can be in the form of a statement of attainment, a record of results, or an authenticated USI VET Transcript listing the prerequisite unit.

Trainee Refrigerant Handling Licence
A TL000 - Trainee Automotive Air Conditioning Licence is required for a person who is handling refrigerant while undertaking this training.

You will need to obtain a trainee licence prior to enrolling into this skill set through the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC).

Apply for a trainee licence via ARC.

If you meet the eligibility criteria listed on the Arctick website under "How to obtain an Automotive Air Conditioning Licence", successful completion of this skill set is required to apply to Arctick for an AAC02 - Refrigerant handling licence – qualified persons (Automotive air conditioning licence).

Examples of eligibility include:

A range of eligible AUR qualifications
Successful completion of an automotive apprenticeship, such as a Proficiency Certificate
An Automotive Trade Recognition Certificate
A Trade Certificate with a trade outcome, supported by evidence of automotive industry experience

You should contact Arctick directly if you are unsure about their eligibility, as the list on the Arctick Fact Sheet is not exhaustive.
Alternatively, if the above criteria are not met, an RPL pathway may be available for the AUR20220 qualification.

You must obtain from Arctick TL000 - Trainee Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Licence (where workplace supervision is required).

Explanation of the different licence types and fees can be found on the Licence Types | ARC Industry site. The licence is a mandatory regulatory requirement to handle regulated refrigerants.
Training provided for this Automotive Air Conditioning Skill Set or AUR20220 Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology is for a restricted licence.

Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.
This includes the use of:

Clear safety glasses to AS 1336 or 1337
Protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210
Mechanic gloves
Hair protection - long hair (i.e. hair below collar length) must be restrained (hat, headband, or hair tie) within the workshop environment
You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard protective clothing

If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.

You are also required to have access to and bring:

Personal stationery
Headphones (recommended)
2GB USB
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How to apply

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Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

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Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

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Automotive Air Conditioning Skill Set

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Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

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Automotive Air Conditioning Skill Set

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Entry requirements

Prerequisite requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

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Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

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