Certificate III in Visual Arts

CUA31125

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 individuals who are developing a range of visual art skills and who may take responsibility for own outputs in work and learning. It applies to work in different visual arts, craft and design environments. Practice at this level is underpinned by the application of introductory art theory and history.

The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Ceramics Studio Assistant, Community Theatre Assistant and Arts, Craft or Design practitioner. It also provides pathways to other visual arts, craft and design job roles. Individuals may work under direction, using some discretion and judgment, and may provide support to a team. They may also work autonomously on familiar tasks within defined work settings.

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.

  • Financial help

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

      • Career Start (general)
      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

    • 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
Apply knowledge of history and theory to own arts practice Core
Contribute to the health and safety of self and others Core
Produce creative work Core
Produce drawings to communicate ideas 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
Author interactive sequences Elective
Capture images using drone technology 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 knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts Elective
Develop and apply thinking and problem solving 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
Investigate business opportunities Elective
Maintain business resources Elective
Maintain financial records Elective
Make moulds for thermoformed products Elective
Make scale models Elective
Make simple creative work 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
Plan and apply time management 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
Process colour materials in a wet darkroom context 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 glasswork Elective
Produce jewellery 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
Produce work that expresses own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity Elective
Promote innovation in team environments 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
Use advanced features of applications Elective
Use business software applications Elective
Use inclusive work practices Elective
Use wet darkroom techniques to produce monochrome photographs Elective
Work effectively in the creative arts industry Elective
Work effectively with others Elective
Write content for a range of media Elective
Write simple documents Elective
Write simple stories Elective

Job prospects

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

  • 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

  • Potter and Ceramic Artist

    ANZSCO 211412

    Potters or Ceramic Artists conceive and create functional or artistic articles by moulding clay, glass and other fusible materials using hand-building and wheel techniques.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Sculptor

    ANZSCO 211413

    Sculptors conceive and create three-dimensional forms to communicate impressions and ideas by carving or modelling materials, such as wood, stone, clay and metal, or assembling found and manufactured materials.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Other Visual Arts or Crafts Professional

    ANZSCO 211499

    Other Visual Arts or Crafts Professionals include jobs like Leadlighter, Multimedia Artist, Quilter, and Textile Artist.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Visual Arts

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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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