Start a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprenticeship
Develop a specialised trade working with cooling and climate control systems. As a refrigeration and air conditioning apprentice, you will learn how to install, maintain and repair systems used in homes, businesses and industrial settings.
What you'll do:
- Install refrigeration and air conditioning systems
- Diagnose and repair faults
- Test system performance
- Carry out routine servicing and maintenance
- Follow safety and environmental regulations
entry pathway
Applicants who have already completed a refrigeration and air conditioning qualification are encouraged to apply. In particular:
- Certificate II in Electrotechnology UEE22020 may be used as an entry pathway into the Certificate III.
This ensures you have the foundational skills and knowledge needed to confidently progress into a higher level.
qualifications
Once you have completed your apprenticeship with us, you will receive the following qualifications:
- Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration UEE32220
Career options available
After completing your qualification, you can apply for roles such as:
- Refrigeration mechanic
- Air conditioning technician
- Maintenance specialist
- Business owner or contractor
a day in the life...
"I start the day reviewing service jobs or installations. I might be installing a new system or fixing an issue with an existing one. There is a lot of testing and troubleshooting. I enjoy the variety and learning how systems work to keep environments comfortable."
A career in THIS TRADE could be a great fit for you if you:
- Have problem-solving abilities
- Have attention to detail
- An interest in technical systems
- A commitment to safety
- Are reliable and willinginess to learn
Looking to start your career in Refridgeration and air conditioning?
Apprenticeships and traineeships are a great way to kick-start your career. You get paid on-the-job training, whilst also completing a nationally recognised qualification.
Once you complete this form, we’ll email you a link to chat with Charlie, our friendly recruitment assistant.
Based on your answers, Charlie will connect you with the most appropriate local team, who will then guide you through the next steps.