Certificate III in Airborne Operations

AVI30525

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 air crew personnel performing normal and emergency airborne duties in support of aviation operations.

Air crew duties include applying technical and non-technical aviation skills and knowledge within rotary or fixed wing operational environments.

Air crew seeking authorisation as non-licensed personnel should check these requirements with Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).

Job roles may include:

  • Aerial Surveillance
  • Air Crew Officer (ACO)
  • Drop Master
  • Police, paramedics and other emergency service personnel including rappellers or winch trained air crew
  • Rescue Crew Officer (RCO)
  • Visual Observer.

  • Financial help

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

  • On-the-job training

    • Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Qualification only:
      1–2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Classroom-based

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
Complete aircraft and flight equipment pre- and post-flight actions Core
Employ fatigue risk management practices in an aviation workplace Core
Maintain basic situational awareness in an aviation workplace Core
Maintain the safety of people and aircraft Core
Manage human factors in aviation operations Core
Search as a member of an air search team Core
Work in an aviation environment Core
Conduct external load-lift operations Elective
Conduct helicopter landing site and unprepared helicopter landing site operations Elective
Conduct night vision imaging system operations Elective
Conduct stores dropping operations Elective
Conduct winching operations Elective
Deliver pyrotechnics and handheld stores Elective
Implement aviation risk management processes Elective
Maintain aircraft radio communications Elective
Manage aircraft sensor systems Elective
Operate aeronautical radio Elective
Operate airborne intelligence system Elective
Perform down the wire duties Elective
Plan an aircraft load Elective
Rappel from a helicopter Elective
Undertake aircraft underwater escape and survival Elective
Undertake helicopter aquatic rescue and recovery Elective
Undertake helicopter winch operations Elective
Undertake hover-exit operations from helicopter Elective
Utilise emergency breathing systems Elective
Work effectively in the aviation industry Elective
Work safely around aircraft Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate III in Airborne Operations sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Ambulance Officer

    ANZSCO 411111

    Ambulance Officers provide specialised transport services and emergency health care for injured, sick, infirm and aged persons.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

  • Emergency Service Worker

    ANZSCO 441211

    Emergency Service Workers attend the scene of emergencies to minimise risk to community safety and security.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Fire Fighter

    ANZSCO 441212

    Protect life and property by responding to fire alarms and emergency calls, putting out fires and administering first aid.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Airborne Operations

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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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.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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