This qualification  provides trainees with a program of formal learning and assessment, which results in the attainment of the Certificate III qualification.  The program focuses on the broad scope of open molding technology.  The exam and study guide focus on the practical aspects of gel coat applications, laminating techniques and safety procedures.

The qualification can be articulated from a progression of study from Certificate I and II, or be attained through the Certificate III training program itself. After attainment of Certificate III, students can assume higher levels of study through Certificate IV.

719 nominal hours

Current industry preference is for day release for the off-the-job training component of the apprenticeship - i.e. 1 day per week.

Ranges from employment in domestic plumbing equipment through to the aviation industry. EG - sinks, toilets, carparts, spas and pools, boats and ships.

Swimming pool manufacturing, boatbuilding, aeronautics, domestic building, automotive, transport and trucking industry.

Futher information on career pathways is also available at:

Completion of higher level TAFE qualifications (Certificate IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma) can sometimes provide an alternative pathway to university.

TAFE graduates who gain entrance to university may qualify for advanced standing which can save them up to 12 months of the relevant degree.

Please visit the TAFE website - www.tafe.wa.gov.au - and consult the section on Study Pathways for the most recent information on university entrance, the application process, advanced standing and all relevant contact details.

Please note: Different university entrance arrangements may apply to international students. For more details, please contact Challenger TAFE International Student Coordinator on (08) 9239 8356.

The Units of Competency listed in this brochure are those offered by this college.

If you have successfully completed any units in this qualification with another Registered Training Organisation, the college may recognise this study as partial completion of this qualification.

Alternative units may be available or you may be eligible for recognition of other training or experience. Discuss these options with the course coordinator.

Not all colleges offer the same elective units.

Skills recognition is a formal assessment process which acknowledges the skills, knowledge and competencies that you have gained through work, informal training and life experience. You will be asked to provide evidence that you have the skills and knowledge required by a set of national competency standards.

If you are successful, you will be given credit towards the achievement of a nationally recognised qualification. This may mean that you do not have to study to receive the qualification, or that you have fewer units to complete.

Contact the course coordinator if you think you may be eligible. Fees are charged for Skills Recognition.

There are three types of fees which are paid each semester at the time of enrolling. Full-time fees range between $450 and $900 per semester, although Maritime qualifications incur higher fees.

There is no enrolment fee for 2009 courses but course fee is made up of “tuition fee & resource fee”.

Maximum tuition fee is $570.00 (non-concession, per semester) or

Maximum tuition fee is $285.00 (concession, per semester

Various resource fees apply according to the selected courses. 
Please view http://www.challengertafe.wa.edu.au/SiteCollectionDocuments/Courses/Resource%20Fees%20Sem%201%202009%20-%20Masterx.pdf  to see the college resource fees for all courses and qualifications being delivered.

 Access & Bridging courses incur a $25 flat fee plus resource fee per semester.

Please note:
- There may also be textbooks, equipment or materials to purchase.
- There are a number of ways to qualify for the concession rate. Please contact the college if you think you are eligible.
- There is a fees instalment plan/fees payment plan for students with valid concession or evidence of financial hardship.
- There are different fee arrangements for International students and Fee for Service training.

 TAFE students do not pay HECS fees. 

This qualification is available as a Traineeship.

Traineeships
In a traineeship you also gain hands-on skills and work experience, and improve your employment prospects, while earning a wage. On successful completion you will gain a nationally recognised qualification which can lead to rewarding career options. The difference between a traineeship and an apprenticeship is that a traineeship can be either a full time or part time employment based training arrangement, usually for a nominal duration of 12 months or more, generally in a non-trade related area.

To find out about training at Challenger TAFE, please contact our Apprenticeships and Traineeships Coordinator on (08) 9599 8623

For further information visit the Apprenticeship and Traineeship web site: http://www.apprenticeships.training.wa.gov.au

Application for Award
When you have completed your course or qualification, you will need to fill out an Application for Award so that you can receive your qualification. The Application for Award form is available from your lecturer and the Information Counter at any of our ten campuses. Enrolled students can download a copy from the Student portal which is accessed through the Challenger TAFE website http://www.challengertafe.wa.edu.au/ .

Academic Records
Academic Records are printed out after every term for the units you have completed and are posted to the address currently on the College database.

For further information on qualification details, selection criteria, applications, qualification costs, enrolment particulars and alternative ways of meeting entrance requirements, please contact:

Challenger TAFE Course Information
Ph: (08) 9239 8189
Freecall: 1800 001 001
Email: info@challengertafe.wa.edu.au
Website: www.challengertafe.wa.edu.au

Due to ongoing screen development, information on screen may be different to the information that prints in the booklet. The information on screen is correct. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

This qualification has other elective units not currently on offer. Contact the college for further details