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AUR32420 Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology

2026

Sector

Vocational Education and Training

Industry Group

AUTOMOTIVE

Occupation Type

Vehicle Painter

General Description

Availability: Applications are open for 2026.
Online Application: This course is not available for online applications. Please contact the team on the details below for further information on how to apply.
Apprenticeships/Traineeships: This course can be undertaken as an apprenticeship. Visit TAFE Apprenticeships and Traineeships for more information.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who pain, refresh, repair and maintain painted surfaces on a range of automotive vehicles, recreational vehicles and other vehicles in the automotive industry.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Delivery Details
Location	Casuarina
Duration	3 years *Duration may vary depending on how long a student takes to reach the required competency level
Study Mode	Face-to-face Simulated workplace Workplace *Information relating to study modes can be found in the 2026 TAFE Student Guide
Start Date	January 12, 2026 - December 11, 2026 Apprentices will receive an individual call-up notification letter. A course timetable/study plan will be provided on application for the course.
Attendance	Block delivery Stage 1 - 4 x 1 week blocks Stage 2 - 4 x 1 week blocks Stage 3 - 4 x 1 week blocks Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:20 pm

Career Opportunities

Possible occupations relevant to this qualification include:

Vehicle spray painter
Vehicle refinishing technician - Heavy vehicle and Industry
Vehicle refinishing technician

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AUR32420 Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing - 2026

Accreditation
This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the AUR Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package.

Locations and Study Mode
Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.

Locations: Casuarina

Study Mode: On campus, workplace assessment

Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.

Entry Requirements Domestic

A Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

To gain entry into AUR32420 Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology, candidates require:

To be an Apprentice who has entered a Training Contract with their employer and Australian Apprenticeship Support Network NT.
Understanding of basic computer skills, to navigate online learning materials and assessments.

Required Resources

Students will need to wear work clothing suited to the automotive industry such as:

Steel cap boots
Safety glasses
Protective clothing
Respirator

Students are issued with learning materials and handouts relevant to each unit during their scheduled block.

Duration
Estimated completion time: 3 year/s

This program is delivered over a period of 3 years. The length of time to complete this qualification will depend on the location, study mode and/or units selected and will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.

Student Visa holders must study internally full time

Contact Details

To find out more about the course, where and when it is offered, how to enrol or any other information please contact:

Automotive and Mobile Plant
Location: Casuarina and Alice Springs Campuses
Phone: 08 8946 7506 (CAS) 08 8959 5465 (ASP)
Email: vet.autocivil@cdu.edu.au