Course overview
Are you a qualified automotive technician looking to register with ARCTIC for a Refrigerant Handling Licence (RHL)? Or perhaps you are starting out in the automotive service repair or collision repair industry? This course equips you with skills in diagnostic procedures, servicing, repair and recharging of automotive air conditioning systems.
Campus locations
Job outcomes
- Registered RHL holder
- Automotive air conditioning specialist
Recognition

Study method
- In-class
- Blended
- Online
Locations


- Victoria
- Geelong
Entry requirements
- Applicants must be aged 16 or over
- Applicants are expected to have an appropriate level of language, literacy and numeracy skills, which will be evaluated prior to course intake.
Pathways
- Automotive course at Certificate III level (various specialties)
Recognition of prior learning
Each qualification is made up of units of study. To gain RPL, you will need to demonstrate that you have the required skills and knowledge to meet the competencies of the unit.
Assessment
- Hands-on projects
- Workplace tasks
- Written assignments
Study Options
The course is offered in two modes:
• As a specialist qualification for qualified automotive technicians. In this format, you may be able to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or credit transfer for some units within the course based on your prior qualifications and experience.
This training is completed at our East Geelong Campus, or training of groups can be completed within the workplace. Duration varies, depending on the units required to be completed.
• As a traineeship when you are employed in the industry. In this format, you can expect to complete the full qualification in approximately 12 months.
Subjects
About The Gordon Institute of TAFE
The Gordon Institute of TAFE is one of the largest regional TAFEs in Victoria and has been helping people gain real skills for real jobs for over 130 years. We pride ourselves on delivering a great range of TAFE courses from short courses to nationally accredited training across apprenticeships, traineeships, certificates, diplomas, and advanced diplomas, which can lead you to a great career or create pathways to university.
Our training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. | Authorised by the Victorian Government, Melbourne.