OVERVIEW
Demand for automotive electrical skills is high, as highlighted by the Australian Government’s Job Outlook service. Throughout the course, you will acquire the essential skills and knowledge needed to proficiently service, diagnose, and repair automotive electrical systems and components. From diagnosing faults to installing and fixing electrical systems such as lighting, wiring, ignition, instruments, and warning systems in vehicles, you’ll gain comprehensive expertise.
Course Details
During your Automotive Electrical Technology apprenticeship, you will train in a variety of skills that are essential in an automotive workplace. The course content also covers knowledge in Electrical Technology.
Career Start Program – Free Apprenticeships for under 25’s Initiative
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s program you must:
- Be aged under 25 years prior to entering into a training contract (commencing or recommencing) for this qualification.
- Are currently employed as a Queensland apprentice (under a registered training contract) in an eligible apprenticeshipqualification through this Program, such as this qualification.
- Be no longer enrolled at school.
- Commence or recommence this apprenticeship between 1 July 2025 and 30 June 2027.
- Not currently be enrolled in a qualification.
- Not exceed a maximum of two government-funded apprenticeships or traineeships within a 10-year period.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
While there are no formal entry requirements for the AUR30320 Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology, for an apprentice pathway, the learner must be employed full-time or part-time and have access to a workplace. This ensures they can gain sufficient experience to successfully complete the unit of competency requirements
A Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology equips individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to diagnose, repair, and maintain the electrical systems in vehicles. Graduates of this program are prepared to work in the automotive industry, specialising in electrical and electronic components of vehicles.
Possible Roles
Potential wages could be in the region of $115,000 to $135,000 per year
Delivery options
Find out more about the available delivery options for this course.
Self-paced training is suited to individuals who may or may not be employed but whom are looking to undertake study for personal professional development.
Training Locations
- Gold Coast Training Facility
- Dinmore Training Facility
- Morayfield Training Facility
- Cairns Training Facility
- Beresfield Training Facility
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for the AUR30320 Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
Course Duration
Course duration is over a nominal term of 48 months (criteria apply)
What You'll Pay
Full Cost: Enquire Now
Funded Options
EAT Program
EAT Program funding options are available for this course. Please see here for more information; EAT program
TSAGT Funding
TSAGT funding options are available for this course. Please see here for more information; TSAGT Funding
Study Now Pay later
Study Now, Pay Later options are available for this course. Please see here for more information; Study Now, Pay Later
Student Support
Study Information
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We accept a range of payment options:
- Credit Card via our secure payment gateway
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At Major Training Group, we aim to ensure that everyone gets the most out of their studies and that is why students have access to a range of support options to help them along the way. They include:
- Additional practical training sessions
- Extended learning time
- Alternative training methods and resources
- Access to our experienced staff for one-on-one training
- Recognition of previous learning and experience to speed up the process.
Students with prior industry experience may be eligible for RPL. Students may also qualify for credit transfer if they can demonstrate prior qualifications and/or statements of attainment. You can learn more about credit transfer and RPL
We use a variety of assessment methods including;
- Online
- Paper
- Video
- Q&A
- Demonstration
- Short written answers
- Longer written answers
- Third-party observation
- Knowledge skills observation
- Employer reports
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Information for Businesses
From beginning to end, we support students and employers in completing the Automotive Electrical Technology apprenticeship as smoothly as possible. Our industry-current trainers will customise Apprentice Training Plans with students and employers in person. This helps employers properly plan for the training and keeps the apprentice on track. At Major Training, we also:
- Train theory and practical skills onsite with your apprentice
- Help employers train their apprentice on the job (to workplace requirements)
- Provide education and coaching to employers around the supervision ratio and requirements
- Offer support to employers for performance management of apprentices as required
- Only employ industry-current and VET trainers and assessors
- Work in partnership with Australian Apprenticeship Networks.
For more information on government incentives and the responsibilities of employers who provide apprenticeship training, contact Major Training on 1300 790 822 or enquire online.
Did you know there maybe government incentives for employers if your apprentice completes a AUR30320 Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology? Speak to your local Apprentice Connect Provider for more information.
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