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 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people who are developing different art skills in an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural arts context and who take responsibility for own outputs in work and learning. Practice at this level is underpinned by the application of introductory art theory and cultural history. The outcomes of this qualification apply to work in cultural arts environments within Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities.
The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community Arts Centre Assistant, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Ceramics Studio Assistant, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Artist. It also provides a pathway to other Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander arts, craft and design roles.
There are 0 minimum work placement hours required for this unit.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
Qualification
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Units of competency in qualification
Some individual units of competency may have their own licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Users must check individual units of competency for licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements relevant to that unit.
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Financial help
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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.
To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.
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On-the-job training
- Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.
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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.
- Qualification only:
1–2 years
- Qualification only:
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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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| Contribute to the health and safety of self and others | Core |
| Develop and apply knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts | Core |
| Develop understanding of own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity | Core |
| Follow Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural protocols | Core |
| Produce work that expresses own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity | Core |
| Analyse influences on textile design and construction | Elective |
| Apply basic knowledge of casting operations | Elective |
| Apply critical thinking to work practices | Elective |
| Apply patterns and designs to glass | Elective |
| Assemble simple textile products | Elective |
| Author interactive sequences | Elective |
| Capture photographic images | Elective |
| Construct moulds for composite products | Elective |
| Create 3D digital animations | Elective |
| Create 3D digital models | Elective |
| Create composite laminates using hand lay-up techniques | Elective |
| Create visual design components | Elective |
| Develop and apply thinking and problem solving skills | Elective |
| Develop and maintain relationships with Indigenous Australian performance mentors | Elective |
| Develop basic dance composition skills | Elective |
| Develop drawing skills to communicate ideas | Elective |
| Develop glassworking skills | Elective |
| Develop polymer product patterns | Elective |
| Document the creative work progress | Elective |
| Evaluate the nature of design in a specific industry context | Elective |
| Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms | Elective |
| Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms | Elective |
| Explore the use of colour | Elective |
| Finish products after firing | Elective |
| Follow a design process | Elective |
| Form glass | Elective |
| Hand mould products | Elective |
| Identify and handle fabrics and textiles | Elective |
| Implement copyright arrangements | Elective |
| Incorporate artistic expression into basic dance performances | Elective |
| Increase depth of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance techniques | Elective |
| Interpret aspects of local Australian Indigenous culture | Elective |
| Investigate business opportunities | Elective |
| Maintain business resources | Elective |
| Maintain financial records | Elective |
| Make moulds for thermoformed products | Elective |
| Make scale models | Elective |
| Manipulate fabrics to create new finishes | Elective |
| Operate a firing kiln | Elective |
| Operate application software packages | Elective |
| Operate digital media technology packages | Elective |
| Operate equipment to blend/mix materials | Elective |
| Operate manufacturing equipment | Elective |
| Operate slip casting equipment | Elective |
| Organise personal work priorities | Elective |
| Paint and fire glass | Elective |
| Participate in collaborative creative projects | Elective |
| Participate in sustainable work practices | Elective |
| Plan a career in the creative arts industry | Elective |
| Prepare for production | Elective |
| Prepare moulds and dies | Elective |
| Prepare moulds for composites production | Elective |
| Prepare polymer materials to specified formulae | Elective |
| Prepare stencils and screens for textile printing | Elective |
| Produce and prepare photo images | Elective |
| Produce calligraphy | Elective |
| Produce ceramic works | Elective |
| Produce computer-aided drawings | Elective |
| Produce digital images | Elective |
| Produce drawings | Elective |
| Produce drawings to communicate ideas | Elective |
| Produce paintings | Elective |
| Produce prints | Elective |
| Produce screen-printed textiles | Elective |
| Produce sculpture | Elective |
| Produce technical drawings | Elective |
| Produce textile work | Elective |
| Produce video art | Elective |
| Produce wood objects | Elective |
| Promote innovation in team environments | Elective |
| Research and share information on Australian Indigenous cultures | Elective |
| Select and prepare creative work for exhibition | Elective |
| Set up and prepare for batch production | Elective |
| Source and apply design industry knowledge | Elective |
| Source and apply information on the history and theory of design | Elective |
| Source textile materials and resources | Elective |
| Use advanced features of applications | Elective |
| Use business software applications | Elective |
| Use dyeing techniques to produce Indigenous textile designs | Elective |
| Use inclusive work practices | Elective |
| Use printing techniques to produce Indigenous textile designs | Elective |
| Use wet darkroom techniques to produce monochrome photographs | Elective |
| Work effectively in the creative arts industry | Elective |
| Work effectively with others | Elective |
| Work within an Indigenous cultural framework | Elective |
| Write content for a range of media | Elective |
| Write simple documents | Elective |
| Write simple stories | Elective |
Job prospects
The Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Painter (Visual Arts)
ANZSCO 211411
Painters (Visual Arts) conceive and create visual art forms, such as pictures, abstract designs and similar compositions, to communicate impressions and ideas.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher
Training providers delivering Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts
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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TAFE QUEENSLAND (RTO code 0275)
Government funding
- Skills Assure Supplier
Contact this provider
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Australian Skills Management Institute (RTO code 32217)
Government funding
- Skills Assure Supplier
Contact this provider
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Halo Nation Training Pty Ltd (RTO code 32485)
Contact this provider
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.
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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.
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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.