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Certificate III in Swimming Pool and Spa Service – CPP31218

Course Overview

This is an entry-level qualification that provides the competencies required by swimming pool and spa technicians to routinely maintain swimming pools and spas in domestic, commercial, and public settings.

The qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.

Occupational titles include:

  • Swimming pool and spa maintenance technician.

What you’ll Learn

Who Should do this course

  • Site safety planning and complying with Work Health and Safety Requirements.
  • Regular pool and spa maintenance;
  • Recognising and rectifying water quality issues;
  • Safely removing and replacing swimming pool and spa equipment.
  • Complying with Australian Standards relating to the swimming pool and spa industry.

Employability

This qualification will provide you with the current qualification in the industry as a reflection of your Knowledge, Skills and experience in the industry

Course Features

  • Experienced course facilitators, trainers, and assessors.
  • High level support.

Course Information

Study Method

Delivery is provided through a blended / flexible approach, this includes self-paced learning and assessment tasks, online seminars, online support sessions, and onsite observation and support.

Recognition

Nationally Recognised Qualification

Certificate

Qualification (Certificate III)

Licensing
On successful completion of this qualification, you may be able to apply for licensing through state-based licensing organisations (IE Fair Trading in NSW)
Start Date

On Enrolment

Duration and Study Load

You will have up to 24 months to complete the qualification.

Price
$1500* deposit on enrolment.

Final payment of $2,400 due 1 month after enrolment.
*GST exempt
Entry Requirements & Prerequisites
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. Applicants must:
  1. Be 16 years and above
  2. Be sufficiently proficient in English to be able to work successfully in a highly regulated environment.
  3. Be physically able to complete a first aid certificate.
  4. A non-refundable deposit of $1500 is required at enrolment Full payment required before course commencement.
Included in Course

All resources required to complete the course face to face

Not included in Course
  1. Laptop or tablet to use during training (including on delivery days)
  2. Pens, pencils, ruler, notepad.
  3. Students purchase their own copies of any standards or legislation.
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
  • 18 units of competency:
  • 12 core units
  • 6 elective units.
The elective units must ensure the integrity of the AQF qualification level and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and are to be chosen as follows:
  • all six elective units may be chosen from the elective units listed below
  • up to three elective units may be chosen from other Certificate II or Certificate IV qualifications in the CPP Property Services Training Package, or another current Training Package or accredited course provided they do not duplicate the outcome of another unit already chosen for the qualification.
Core Units
BSBPEF301Organise personal  work priorities
CPPCMN3005Complete client documentation
CPPREP4001 Prepare for professional practice in real estate
CPPSPS3001Handle, transport and store swimming pool and spa chemicals safely
CPPSPS3002Perform basic swimming pool and spa measurements and calculations
CPPSPS3003Maintain swimming pools and spas
CPPSPS3004Maintain swimming pool and spa water circulation and filtration systems
CPPSPS3005Maintain swimming pool and spa dosing systems
CPPSPS3006Maintain swimming pool and spa cleaning and vacuuming systems
CPPSPS3008Work in the swimming pool and spa servicing industry
SISCAQU015Test pool water quality
SISCAQU016Manage pool water quality
Elective Units
CPPSPS3007Maintain swimming pool and spa heating systems
CPPSPS3009Maintain swimming pool and spa stock
CPPSPS3010Sell swimming pool and spa products and services
CPPREP3002Communicate effectively to support customer service in real estate
CPPSPS3012Access and apply information from swimming pool and spa technical manuals
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and  procedures in  the construction industry
Funding

NSW
Resolute Training is an approved Smart and Skilled provider.
Eligible students in NSW can access funding with an out of pocket component of between $0.00 and $1,580.00 depending on circumstances. To check eligibility click here.

Smart and Skilled aims to help people in NSW get the skills they need to find a job and advance their careers.

QLD
If you are looking for assistance, Queensland has a number of programs that support Queensland residence in upskilling. If you are looking to employ a trainee, have current employees who would like to be qualified, currently employed or currently unemployed and looking for options, click here to apply and we will check if funding is available and follow up with your options.

Other States and Territories
If you are looking for assistance, some States and Territories have programs that support residents in upskilling.

If you are looking to employ a trainee, have current employees who would like to be qualified, currently employed or currently unemployed and looking for options, click here to apply and we will check whether funding is available and follow up with your options.

Certificate III in Swimming Pool and Spa Service – CPP31218

Enrolment options

$1500* deposit on enrolment.

Final payment of $2,400 due 1 month after enrolment.
*GST exempt

Entry requirements

None