Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology

Start your career as a vehicle refinishing technician. Learn the skills you need to paint, refinish, repair and maintain painted surfaces on automotive and recreational vehicles, aircraft and marine craft.

LEARN NEW SKILLS

Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:

• Interpret and apply repair instructions
• Prepare substrates, including removing paint and masking panels
• Prepare spray painting equipment
• Apply colour matching techniques and final finish top coats
• Perform detailing

DEVELOP YOUR TALENT

Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:

• Self-motivation with a strong work ethic
• A creative and design-oriented eye
• Attention to detail
• A positive and results-driven attitude
• A passion for the automotive industry and vehicles in general

ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS

Completing this course provides you with:

• A nationally recognised qualification at Certificate III level
• A trade-level qualification that allows you to apply for a Motor Vehicle Tradesperson Certificate as a vehicle painter

Career opportunities:

• Spray painter
• Vehicle refinishing technician

GROW YOUR CAREER

Take your career further with the:

• Certificate III in Automotive Glazing Technology
• Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology
• Certificate III in Automotive and Marine Trimming Technology