What's it about?
Vehicle air conditioning systems run on refrigerant gases that must be handled safely and legally. This short course gives qualified automotive tradespeople the practical skills to service and repair these systems with confidence.
Service air conditioning and HVAC systems in motor vehicles
Diagnose and repair A/C and HVAC components
Handle refrigerant safely in line with licensing requirements
Become eligible to apply for the AAC02 refrigerant handling licence
Course type
Accredited short course
Licence outcome
Eligible to apply for AAC02
Delivery
Online theory + face-to-face
Course fee
$1,300
Is this course right for you?
Designed for qualified automotive tradespeople who want to add air conditioning and HVAC servicing to their skill set and become licensed to handle refrigerant in motor vehicles.
Who is it for?
Ideal for people already working in the automotive industry, including:
Licence outcomeOn completion you'll be eligible to apply for the AAC02 refrigerant handling licence for motor vehicle air conditioning.
Entry requirements
Recognised industry qualification
You must already hold a recognised automotive industry qualification to enrol.
Based in Queensland
Practical training and assessment are delivered at Queensland workplaces that meet onsite refrigerant gas licensing requirements.
Not sure if your qualification counts? Call 1300 360 567
Check My EligibilityWhat needs to be completed?
You will be trained and assessed in two nationally recognised units of competency.
Service air conditioning and HVAC
systems
Carry out routine servicing of vehicle air conditioning and HVAC systems, including safe refrigerant recovery and recharge.
Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components
Identify faults in air conditioning and HVAC components and carry out the required repairs.
*The student is required to apply for a Trainee Licence through the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) before undertaking training and/or assessment in the above mentioned units. This may involve a cost. Learn about ARC Trainee Licences →
How do I do it?
Work Skills delivers this course through blended learning: theory online at your own pace, then face-to-face practical training and assessment with one of our trainers.
Practical training and assessment take place at Queensland workplaces that meet the onsite refrigerant gas licensing requirements, so you learn on real equipment in a compliant environment.
Where is it delivered?
We run this course at various locations across Queensland. Register your interest and we'll contact you with upcoming dates and venues near you.
Join the waiting list
Workshops currently run in Brisbane, where demand is highest. We're keen to bring this course to more locations, so tell us where you are and we'll let you know when a workshop is coming to your area.