Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

The qualification is delivered over 52 weeks including 12 weeks of break. Classes are conducted 2 days a week for 8 hours each and 1 day a week for 4 hours, plus students need to attend an additional 25 hours of practice time in the automotive workshop per term and approximately 8 hours per week towards self-paced learning and assessment.

International students must be 18 years old or over, have completed Year 12 (HSC or equivalent) or have relevant industry experience, and achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6 or equivalent (unless exempt from providing evidence of English Language proficiency). They must also complete a pre-training interview and a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test as part of the enrolment process, with offshore students required to participate in a telephone interview.

Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, AUR40816 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling, or other relevant qualifications.

Training Australia First uses a range of assessment methods which may include written assessment, observation, and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). RPL is a process where a person with work experience can have their skills and knowledge assessed with the aim of getting a formal qualification.

Yes. All students must participate in Workshop Safety Training at the start of their course. Students will be provided safety training and will be assessed on their safety skills before they are allowed to complete any further training and/or assessment in the workshop.