Certificate III in Swimming Pool and Spa Service - CPP31218

Course Overview

Average Course Fee: $3700

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Average Course Duration: 21 Months

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Australian Apprenticeships

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Description

This is an entry level qualification that provides the competencies required by swimming pool and spa technicians to routinely maintain swimming pools and spas in domestic, commercial and public settings.

The qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.

Occupational titles include:

Swimming pool and spa maintenance technician.

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Student Outcomes

Students who graduate from VET courses are surveyed approximately 6 months after they have completed their training. For more information on the statistics provided in this section, including the different levels (course, field of education, all fields of education) of data available please select the Learn more button below.

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Satisfied with Training

Percentage of graduates in the Architecture and Building field who were satisfied with the training (Certificate III).

Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates in the Architecture and Building field who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay (Certificate III).

Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates in the Architecture and Building field starting their first ever full-time job after graduating (Certificate III).

Jobs

Graduates of the Architecture and Building field (Certificate III) are most often employed as:

85.3%

Technicians and Trades Workers

7.3%

Labourers

3.5%

Managers

Industries

Graduates of the Architecture and Building field (Certificate III) are most often employed in:

88.3%

Construction

3.6%

Manufacturing

2.1%

Electricity, Gas, Water and Waste Services

All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

Financial Assistance

The federal, state and territory governments provide financial incentives and support for vocational education and training students to help them gain the skills required to secure and maintain rewarding and sustainable employment.

There are programs for all kinds of students; apprentices and trainees, new job starters, those re-entering the workforce, retraining for a new job or upgrading their skills for an existing job.

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Subsidised Training

The following highlighted state and territory governments dedicate funds to reduce or, in some cases, fully cover tuition fees for VET students who wish to study this course. Please check with your preferred training provider to see if you are eligible.
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VET Student Loans

Certain courses are eligible for a VET Student Loan from the Australian Government to assist students with paying tuition fees. The initial debt amount (including the loan fee, if applicable) plus indexation must be paid back once the loan recipient starts earning over a certain amount. Compulsory repayment threshold information is available on the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website.

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Career Information

Career development is the ongoing process of managing your life, learning and work. It involves developing the skills and knowledge that enable you to plan and make informed decisions about your education, training and career choices.

Property Services Career Pathway

Certificate III in Swimming Pool and Spa Service is in the Architecture and Building Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Property Services .

Stream

Pool & Spa Services

Certificate II

Certificate III

Swimming Pool and Spa Maintenance Technician

Certificate IV

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Real Estate & Strata Management

Security

Surveying & Spatial Information Services

Waste Management

Cleaning Operations

Pest Management

Fire Protection Equipment/Systems

Building Design, Accessibility & Sustainability

Note: Information provided as a guide only. Chart developed by the Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au). Information in this chart may be reproduced with acknowledgement of its source: "The Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au/jpc) funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations".

Australian Apprenticeships

Australian Apprenticeships (also known as apprenticeships and traineeships) combine work with training in a nationally recognised qualification. Australian Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs.

This qualification is available as an Australian Apprenticeship in the states and territories highlighted in blue on the map. For more information go to the Australian Apprenticeships Pathways website.

Australian Apprenticeships Pathways

Units & Packaging

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:

18 units of competency:

12 core units

6 elective units.

The elective units must ensure the integrity of the AQF qualification level and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and are to be chosen as follows:

all six elective units may be chosen from the elective units listed below

up to three elective units may be chosen from other Certificate II or Certificate IV qualifications in the CPP Property Services Training Package, or another current Training Package or accredited course provided they do not duplicate the outcome of another unit already chosen for the qualification.

Core units
BSBWOR301	Organise personal work priorities and development
CPPCMN3005	Complete client documentation
CPPDSM3009	Maintain workplace safety in the property industry
CPPSPS3001	Handle, transport and store swimming pool and spa chemicals safely
CPPSPS3002	Perform basic swimming pool and spa measurements and calculations
CPPSPS3003	Maintain swimming pools and spas
CPPSPS3004	Maintain swimming pool and spa water circulation and filtration systems
CPPSPS3005	Maintain swimming pool and spa dosing systems
CPPSPS3006	Maintain swimming pool and spa cleaning and vacuuming systems
CPPSPS3008	Work in the swimming pool and spa servicing industry
SISCAQU001	Test pool water quality
SISCAQU004	Develop and implement pool water maintenance procedures

Elective Units
CPCCCM2012		Work safely at heights
CPCCWHS2001		Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPPDSM3010		Meet customer needs and expectations in the property industry
CPPSPS3007		Maintain swimming pool and spa heating systems
CPPSPS3009		Maintain swimming pool and spa stock
CPPSPS3010		Sell swimming pool and spa products and services
CPPSPS3011		Use and maintain business technology related to swimming pool and spa servicing
CPPSPS3012		Access and apply information from swimming pool and spa technical manuals
HLTAID011		Provide first aid

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