Nationally Recognised RPL Pathway
Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems
UEE20120
You have developed practical expertise in the installation and commissioning of split system air conditioning and heat pumps. We are currently working to establish partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to provide a recognition pathway for your skills. Register your interest today to be notified as soon as this qualification becomes available for assessment.
About This Qualification
This qualification covers competencies to install, commission and decommission single head, split air conditioning and heat pumps systems to a prescribed routine where the maximum plant capacity for each system does not exceed 18 kilowatt (kW) refrigeration. This includes wall hung, floor and ceiling suspended, cassette and ducted fan coil split systems and water heating heat pump systems. This qualification excludes competencies required for service, repair, maintenance, diagnostic/fault finding and electrical work or the safe and proper installation of commercial refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump plant and equipment. Relevant employment may be required to enable the application of the required knowledge and skills to on the job work activities and environments. Refrigerant Handling Licence: The qualification meets only the training components for a national restricted heat pump, split system, installation and decommissioning Refrigerant Handling Licence, which is required to work on equipment that carries the risk of a fluorocarbon refrigerant being emitted while decanting the refrigerant, installing, commissioning or decommissioning refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Occupational Licence: Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to refrigeration/air conditioning work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.
Qualification Code
UEE20120
Training Package
UEE — Electrotechnology Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate II
Total Units
370 (350 core + 20 elective)
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
View on training.gov.au →RPL It Status: Available
Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Air-conditioning Split System Installer | Installing and commissioning single-head wall-hung and cassette split systems in residential and small office environments. |
| Electrical Trades Assistant | Supporting licensed technicians in the fabrication, assembly, and installation of climate control and electrotechnology components. |
Licensing
STATE SPECIFIC⚠️ Important
This qualification is a primary requirement for obtaining a national restricted Refrigerant Handling Licence (RHL) through the Australian Refrigeration Council. Please note that holding the qualification is one part of the licensing process, and additional state-based requirements may apply.
Delivering Registered Training Organisations
All assessment and qualification issuance for this qualification is carried out by one of the following partner RTOs, each of which holds UEE20120 on their scope of registration with ASQA:
Which RTO will deliver my qualification? The delivering RTO will be confirmed during your skills review and prior to enrolment. Your qualification will be issued directly by the delivering RTO and is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Fees
Final pricing will be confirmed before enrolment.
You will receive a detailed, personalised quote — including the total fee, payment terms, interest-free payment plan options, and the name of the delivering RTO — before you are asked to enrol or make any payment.
Refund policy:If RPL It is unable to process your application, you will receive a full refund of any fees paid to RPL It. Once your portfolio has been submitted to the RTO for assessment, the RTO's refund policy applies. Details will be provided before enrolment.
Indicative Timeframes
✓ What we control
- • Guiding you through evidence gathering
- • Submitting a complete portfolio to the RTO
- • Following up on your behalf
⏳ What we don't control
- • The RTO's assessment workload
- • The assessor's evaluation timeline
- • The qualification issuance process
Based on our experience, the majority of RPL candidates receive their qualification within 4–6 weeks of their complete evidence portfolio being submitted to the RTO. Individual timeframes vary based on qualification complexity, evidence completeness, and RTO capacity.
Roles & Responsibilities
| RPL It Australia | Delivering RTO | |
|---|---|---|
| Role | Student support service | Registered Training Organisation |
| Initial skills review | ✅ | |
| Evidence gathering guidance | ✅ | |
| Formal assessment | ✅ Qualified assessors | |
| Assessment judgement | ✅ Made by the RTO | |
| Gap training | Available if required (delivered by RTO) | |
| Qualification issuance | ✅ Issued by the RTO | |
| Complaints & appeals | Own complaints process | ✅ RTO process applies to assessments |
RPL It Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 55 689 826 917) is not an RTO and does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”
What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓A detailed resume outlining your experience in the air conditioning industry
- ✓Position descriptions for roles involving split system installation
- ✓Employer references or letters of service verifying your technical tasks
Technical Installation
- ✓Photos of indoor and outdoor unit placements and mounting
- ✓Commissioning checklists for systems under 18kW capacity
- ✓Decommissioning records for wall-hung or ceiling-suspended units
Refrigerant Handling
- ✓Logs detailing refrigerant recovery, evacuation, and charging processes
- ✓Pressure and leak test reports for split system pipework
- ✓Evidence of safe handling and storage of fluorocarbon refrigerants
Tools & Fabrication
- ✓Photos of prepared refrigerant tubing, including flaring and bending work
- ✓Evidence of using technical drawings, schedules, and manufacturer specifications
- ✓Records of fixing and securing electrotechnology equipment to various surfaces
Safety & Compliance
- ✓Site-specific Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) and JSA records
- ✓WHS risk assessment documentation for electrotechnology environments
- ✓Records of participation in personal competency development plans
Training & Certifications
- ✓Current Construction Induction Card (White Card)
- ✓Current CPR certification (HLTAID009)
- ✓Records of any relevant restricted electrical or safety training
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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