Availability: Applications 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 is a trade qualification for plumbers in residential, industrial and commercial workplaces who are responsible for assembling, installing and maintaining water services, sanitary plumbing and sanitary drainage, gas, roofing and mechanical services in both existing and new constructions.
The plumbing industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered and assessed in this context.
Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model of Code of Practice for Construction Work is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
This is a licenced occupation. State and territory jurisdictions may have different licencing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
| Delivery Details |
| Location | Casuarina Alice Springs |
| Duration | 3 years *Duration may vary depending on how long a student takes to reach the required competency level |
| Study Mode | Face-to-face Online Simulated workplace Workplace |
| 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 2 week blocks Stage 2 - 3 x 2 week blocks Stage 3 - 3 x 2 week blocks
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:20 pm *Information relating to study modes can be found in the 2026 TAFE Student Guide |