Certificate III in Cleaning Operations

CPP30321

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 role of cleaners responsible for undertaking a range of routine and non-routine tasks according to work schedules, liaising with clients and in some cases members of the public, and operating in a range of general residential and commercial settings as well as specialist cleaning environments.

The cleaner may work alone, with or without supervision, and has responsibility for selecting, preparing and using appropriate cleaning methods for a range of cleaning situations while ensuring safe work practices.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of endorsement.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian traineeship pathway.

  • Financial help

    • Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:

      • Career Start (general)
      • Career Start (traineeship)

      *To be eligible for this funding, you have to do a traineeship.

      Check your eligibility

  • 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.

    To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.

  • On-the-job training

    • Completing this course through a traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.

    This traineeship is available:

    • Cleaning Operations Level III

  • 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.

    • Through traineeship:
      2 years
    • Qualification only:
      1–2 years

  • Delivery options

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

    • Workplace-based
    • Some classroom learning
    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Practical learning

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
Apply infection prevention and control procedures to own work activities Core
Contribute to the health and safety of self and others Core
Deliver and monitor a service to customers Core
Maintain cleaning storage areas Core
Work effectively in business environments Core
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry Elective
Clean and maintain amenities Elective
Clean carpeted floors Elective
Clean external surfaces Elective
Clean fabric upholstery Elective
Clean food-handling areas and equipment Elective
Clean glass surfaces Elective
Clean hard floors Elective
Clean high-touch surfaces Elective
Clean industrial machinery Elective
Clean kitchen premises and equipment Elective
Clean rooms, furniture and fittings Elective
Clean specialised clean-room environments Elective
Clean walls, ceilings and fittings Elective
Clean window coverings Elective
Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures Elective
Manage compliance for small businesses Elective
Manage disrespectful, aggressive or abusive customers Elective
Participate in identifying and controlling hazardous chemicals Elective
Participate in WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control processes Elective
Perform restorative carpet cleaning Elective
Prepare rooms for guests Elective
Pressure wash and clean surfaces Elective
Provide First Aid Elective
Restore water-damaged structures and contents Elective
Strip and seal hard floors Elective
Treat carpet stains Elective
Use hygienic practices for food safety Elective
Work in a team Elective
Work safely at heights Elective
Work with diverse people Elective

Job prospects

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

  • Commercial Cleaner

    ANZSCO 811211

    Clean and sanitise residential and commercial properties.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

  • Domestic Cleaner

    ANZSCO 811311

    Clean and tidy private dwellings such as houses, units, flats, apartments and townhouses.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

  • Commercial Housekeeper

    ANZSCO 811411

    Commercial Housekeepers clean, vacuum and mop floors, make beds, and restock mini bars and bathroom supplies in hotel and motel rooms, and other commercial premises.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

  • Domestic Housekeeper

    ANZSCO 811412

    Domestic Housekeepers clean, cook and perform other housekeeping tasks in private residences.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

  • Carpet Cleaner

    ANZSCO 811611

    Carpet Cleaners cleans carpet, rugs and furniture upholstery using powder, liquid and steam cleaning methods, and apply soil-repellent chemicals and deodorants.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate II or III

  • Window Cleaner

    ANZSCO 811612

    Window Cleaners clean interior and exterior window surfaces.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Cleaning 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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