Air Conditioning Courses Melbourne
Our Split System Course
Ready to Upskill or Expand into Air Conditioning Installation?
Get Skilled Training provides Melbourne air conditioning courses, for electricians, 3rd and 4th year electrical apprentices, plumbers and gas fitters.
This UEE20120 split system course can be offered on demand, however classes are subject to a minimum number of course participants.
Please contact us directly at 1300 856 832 for more information on our split system and air conditioning courses in and around Melbourne.
98% of our students receive qualifications after successfully completing our comprehensive 2 day course* and online theory!
Melbourne Air Conditioning Split Systems Courses
Campbellfield, Melbourne
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Hallam, Melbourne
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$1,780
(GST Free)
Online Theory / Simulated Workplace
2 days of practical training and assessment* with an online theory component
*Please note – The number of days of face-to-face practical training and assessment is determined for each individual learner based on a pre-screening assessment and how each person meets the pre-requisite requirements. For those who do not meet all the pre-requisites or require further training as determined during the pre-screening by your assessor, there may be additional face to face training (Up to 40 Hours) or workplace learning in the industry (Up to 120 hours) to meet the volume of learning for this qualification. Students have up to 12 months from the date of enrolment to complete this qualification
Flexible Air Con Courses in Melbourne
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Qualified Trainers
Certified trainers who have over 30 years experience within the industry.
Face to Face Training
We offer personalised, practical training in a simulated workplace environment.
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Course Information
Course Purpose
Successfully completing this course will earn you the UEE20120 – Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems, qualifying you to apply for an RSS03 – Refrigerant Handling Licence (restricted to heat pump split systems – installation and decommissioning) through the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC). With this licence, you will be authorised to install, commission, and decommission single-head split system air conditioners and heat pump systems up to 18kW.
This course does not cover service, repair, maintenance, fault diagnosis, electrical work, or the installation of commercial refrigeration, air conditioning, or heat pump systems. If you require training in these areas, we recommend the UEE32220 – Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.
Ideal for licensed electricians looking to expand their expertise, third and fourth-year electrical apprentices wanting to specialise in split system air conditioning, and plumbers, gas fitters, or trade assistants seeking to enter the air conditioning industry, this course delivers comprehensive, hands-on training.
Gain the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to install split system air conditioners safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with industry standards. Take the next step in your career and enter a growing industry with the right qualifications.

Course Eligibility Criteria & Enrolment Requirements
To enrol in the UEE20120 – Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems, you must meet one of the following prerequisites:
For Electricians:
- Hold a current Electrical Work Licence.
For 3rd or 4th Year Electrical Apprentices:
- Successfully completed the required second-year units of an electrotechnology apprenticeship.
- Have at least two years of industry experience.
For Non-Electrical Workers (via Recognition of Prior Learning – RPL):
Workers from the following trades may be eligible for RPL:
- Qualified Plumbers
- 3rd & 4th Year Plumbing Apprentices (who have successfully completed the second-year units of a plumbing apprenticeship and have at least two years of industry experience)
- Qualified Gas Fitters
For Trade Assistants in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning:
Trade Assistants who have been working full-time for a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning company for 6 to 18 months may also qualify through RPL.
Important Requirements for Trade Assistants:
- Provide a letter from their employer and an ARC-licensed supervisor confirming their experience.
- Submit evidence of two completed installations after completing the course.

Course Cost
Our Melbourne course fees: $1780 (GST-free) paid after enrolment.
Melbourne Practical Workshop Dates
Our next available practical workshop date is listed on the right. We regularly update our course schedule, so check back later for new dates that may better suit you.
For more information on upcoming courses, contact our Admin Team at 1300 856 832 or email info@getskilledtraining.com.au.
If you’re looking to train your team or expand your business, we offer on-demand courses at your location, subject to minimum requirements.
Victorian Licencing Outcomes
Upon successfully completing this course, you will meet the educational requirements to apply for the following licenses:
RSS03 – Refrigerant Handling Licence (Restricted to heat pump split system installation and decommissioning) through the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC).
Mechanical Services Plumbing Registration with the Victorian Building Authority (VBA).
All students who complete this course and intend to work in mechanical services plumbing must apply for Mechanical Services Plumbing Registration.
Important Note
Registration holders cannot supervise apprentices, oversee other plumbers, or issue compliance certificates. To perform these tasks, you must obtain a Mechanical Services Plumbing Licence – Restricted to Split Systems. After holding a Mechanical Services Plumbing Registration for one year, you may apply for a Mechanical Services Plumbing Licence – Restricted to Split Systems.
For full details on registration and licensing requirements, visit the VBA website or call 1300 815 127.
Units Of Competency
Units Of Competency
Unit | Name |
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UEECD0027 | Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan |
UEERA0059 | Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings |
UEERA0049 | Install and start up single head split air conditioning and water heating heat pump systems |
UEERA0064 | Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants – split systems |
UEERE0001 | Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector |
Non-electrical workers who require prerequisites for this course, will also have to satisfy the below units of competency through recognition of prior learning: | |
UEECD0007: | Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
UEECD0019 | Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components |
UEECD0020 | Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment |
UEECD0051 | Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications |
UEECD0016 | Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work |
The compulsory elective unit includes: | |
UEECO0002 | Maintain documentation |
Course Outcome & Career Pathways
Course Outcome
Upon successfully completing this air conditioning course and obtaining an RSS03 – Refrigerant Handling Licence (restricted to heat pump split systems – installation and decommissioning) through the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC), you will be qualified to install, commission, and decommission split system air conditioners up to 18kW, including ducted, wall-hung, floor-mounted, and ceiling-mounted units.

Career Pathways
Graduates of this course will also be eligible to pursue further qualifications, such as the Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (UEE32220), as well as other nationally recognised training programs listed in the UEE Training Package. These additional qualifications can help advance industry skills and expand career opportunities.
For more information on UEE qualifications and further air conditioning training, click here.
You can also call us on 1300 856 832 for more information on these courses.
Enrol in Melbourne Cert 2 Split System Courses Today!
Get a head start on your future career path with our air conditioning training course in Melbourne.
Contact us now on 1300 856 832 or simply fill in our online contact form, and start your journey to certification and licensing for the installation and decommissioning of split air conditioning systems.
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