Program Overview

VTP396 Refrigerant Handling Licence - Automotive Air Conditioning

Overview

The VTP396 Refrigerant Handling Licence - Automotive Air Conditioning course reflects the role of individuals who perform various tasks relating to servicing and repairing air conditioning components and systems of cars and heavy vehicles in an automotive service and repair business.

Key Details

• Duration: 0.5 year/s, delivered over a period of 3 days
• Intake: Not specified
• Locations: Alice Springs, Casuarina, Remote
• Entry Requirements: View full entry requirements
• Fees: View more fees information
• Course Code: VTP396

Career Opportunities

Completion of this course enables an individual to apply for an AAC02 - Refrigerant Handling Licence - Qualified Persons (Automotive Air Conditioning Licence). This licence is governed by the Australian Refrigeration Council.

Credit Transfers and Advanced Standing

• Skill Recognition: Skills recognition is not applicable to this course.
• Pathways: VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.

Fees

• 2026 Fees:
  • NT Government supported: $231.00
  • Full Fee: $1,027.80
• Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually.

Course Information

• Sector: TAFE
• Industry Groups: AUTOMOTIVE
• Occupation Types: Automotive Electrician
• Area of Study: Automotive

Course Structure

To achieve the vocational training program VTP396 Refrigerant Handling Licence - Automotive Air Conditioning, a total of two (2) units of competency must be completed:

• AURETU103: Service air conditioning and HVAC systems (25 hours)
• AURETU104: Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC systems (35 hours)
• Total Nominal Hours: 60

Entry Requirements

• Admission Criteria: Licensing and/or legal requirements - Trainee Classroom Licence
• A Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support.
• To gain entry into VTP396, candidates require a relevant trade qualification, such as:
  • AUR30320 Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
  • AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
  • AUR31120 Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
  • AUR31220 Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology
  • AUR32120 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology

Why Study at CDU?

• Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalized attention
• Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
• Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
• Utilize deep connections with industry, businesses, and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond