This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.
Overview
This qualification reflects the roles of cabin crew personnel performing normal and emergency cabin crew duties in support of commercial or Defence aviation operations. Cabin crew duties include applying technical and non-technical aviation skills and knowledge to cabin service and cargo operations. This qualification forms some of the requirements for certification by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) as a task specialist or other aerial work operations as directed by Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 138 Aerial work operations. Civil and military cabin crew seeking certification should check these requirements with CASA. Occupations may include:
- Cabin Crew
- Crew Attendant
- Flight Attendant.
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Financial help
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Government funding is not available for this course.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are not available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
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On-the-job training
- Completing this course through a traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.
This traineeship is available:
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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Duration
You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.
- Through traineeship:
2 years - Qualification only:
1–2 years
- Through traineeship:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
Course content
This course is made up of units.
All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.
For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.
| Unit | Unit type |
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| Apply aircraft safety procedures | Core |
| Apply and monitor aviation workplace security procedures | Core |
| Apply aviation work health and safety procedures | Core |
| Maintain security awareness and vigilance in an aviation workplace | Core |
| Maintain the safety of people and aircraft | Core |
| Manage and carry out pre- and post-flight cabin checks | Core |
| Manage disruptive behaviour and unlawful interference with aviation | Core |
| Operate firefighting equipment | Core |
| Organise personal work priorities and development | Core |
| Prepare workplace documents | Core |
| Respond to abnormal and emergency situations in an aircraft | Core |
| Undertake emergency response action to a security threat | Core |
| Work effectively in the aviation industry | Core |
| Advise on major services and attractions at aviation destinations | Elective |
| Apply knowledge of the structure, products and services of an airline operator | Elective |
| Carry out beverage service on an aircraft | Elective |
| Carry out food preparation and service on an aircraft | Elective |
| Conduct in-flight retailing | Elective |
| Coordinate business operational plans | Elective |
| Employ fatigue risk management practices in an aviation workplace | Elective |
| Implement aviation risk management processes | Elective |
| Implement regulations and policies during aviation safety and service operations | Elective |
| Lead a work team | Elective |
| Maintain business resources | Elective |
| Manage human factors in aviation operations | Elective |
| Provide advice about cuisine on an aircraft | Elective |
| Provide assistance to customers | Elective |
| Provide customer service on an aircraft | Elective |
| Provide First Aid | Elective |
| Provide first aid in an aviation environment | Elective |
| Provide quality customer service | Elective |
| Provide responsible service of alcohol | Elective |
| Support effective workplace relationships | Elective |
| Undertake aircraft underwater escape and survival | Elective |
| Work effectively with others | Elective |
Job prospects
The Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew) sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Flight Attendant
ANZSCO 451711
Flight Attendants provide services for the safety and comfort of aircraft passengers.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Other Travel Attendant
ANZSCO 451799
Other Travel Attendants includes jobs like Marine Steward.
Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III
Training providers delivering Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew)
It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.
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Aerospace Training Services (RTO code 6738)
Contact this provider
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Australian Airline Pilot Academy Pty Ltd (RTO code 91646)
Contact this provider
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Chopperline Flight Training (RTO code 31633)
Contact this provider
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William Angliss Institute of TAFE (RTO code 3045)
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How to enrol in this course
To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.
When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.
The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Learn about how courses are delivered
Different courses have different delivery options. Consider your needs when you’re researching courses. Some courses may be delivered entirely online or partially online. Others may be delivered in a classroom.
Some courses, like those delivered through apprenticeships and traineeships, are mostly based in the workplace but with some classroom or online study.
If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
How to reduce the cost of your course
There are lots of ways you can reduce the cost of your course.
- The government could partly or fully cover the cost of your course. See information about financial help and government funding on this page.
- The government also offers funding for some costs related to your course.
- If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get a cost credit or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the cost.
Learn about financial help and government funding
The main cost of training is usually the course fees, which vary depending on things like which course and training provider you choose.
You may be able to get your training for free or at a reduced cost, or you could get help with paying for training-related costs. You can also pay for some courses with a VET Student Loan.
Find out more about getting help paying for your training or check if you're eligible.
What are entry requirements?
Some courses have conditions you need to meet before you can enrol in the course. They help make sure you have the right background or skills for the training.
Entry requirements might include a certain education level, skills or knowledge, work status, or experience.