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 involved in manufacturing, processing, moving or installing various types of glass products. Job roles may be in glass processing, glazing or designed glazing in both residential and commercial operations.
Workers use a range of technical knowledge to perform skilled work involving known routines, methods and procedures. They use discretion and judgement to adapt and transfer their skills and knowledge to different job needs and take responsibility for their own work within organisational parameters.
In some states and territories there may be licensing requirements that link to this qualification, and other licensing requirements where the individual is required to work onsite. Depending on the jurisdiction, licensing or regulatory requirements may also apply to the use of some units in this qualification. Licensing of glazing work applies in Queensland, NSW and South Australia. Local regulations should be checked for details.
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Financial help
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Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:
*To be eligible for this funding, you have to do an apprenticeship.
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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
- Completing this course through an apprenticeship can help you to learn the skills you need.
This apprenticeship 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 apprenticeship:
4 years
- Through apprenticeship:
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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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| Communicate in the workplace | Core |
| Cut thin glass by hand | Core |
| Make measurements and calculations | Core |
| Manually move glass | Core |
| Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | Core |
| Process glass by basic machines | Core |
| Provide First Aid | Core |
| Work in a team | Core |
| Apply and handle films | Elective |
| Apply basic levelling procedures | Elective |
| Apply patterns and designs to glass | Elective |
| Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Elective |
| Assemble copper foil glass components | Elective |
| Assemble glazing products | Elective |
| Assemble leadlight and stained glass components | Elective |
| Assemble non-security and security screens and grilles | Elective |
| Assess glass and glazing requirements | Elective |
| Conduct commercial and structural reglazing | Elective |
| Construct and repair leadlight panels | Elective |
| Construct jigs and fixtures | Elective |
| Construct metal louvre and canopy-hooded style awnings | Elective |
| Cut thick glass | Elective |
| Estimate and cost job | Elective |
| Fabricate and install insect and security screens | Elective |
| Form glass | Elective |
| Fuse glass | Elective |
| Glaze and reglaze residential windows and doors | Elective |
| Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | Elective |
| Install commercial glazing products | Elective |
| Install mirrors and glass splashbacks | Elective |
| Install residential windows and doors | Elective |
| Install shower screens | Elective |
| Install structural glazing products | Elective |
| Laminate glass | Elective |
| Licence to operate a forklift truck | Elective |
| Manage glass and glazing industry production scheduling | Elective |
| Manufacture insulated glass units | Elective |
| Mentor in the workplace | Elective |
| Mirror glass | Elective |
| Move block and bulk glass sheet by mechanical means | Elective |
| Move single glass sheets by mechanical means | Elective |
| Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements | Elective |
| Operate glass freefall rack and table | Elective |
| Paint and fire glass | Elective |
| Prepare and install architectural engineered leadlight and stained glass | Elective |
| Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | Elective |
| Process coloured and textured glass by hand | Elective |
| Process glass by automatic machines | Elective |
| Process glass by semi-automatic machines | Elective |
| Produce calligraphy | Elective |
| Produce drawings to communicate ideas | Elective |
| Produce manual and computer-aided production drawings | Elective |
| Protect leadlight and stained glass | Elective |
| Provide work skill instruction | Elective |
| Read and interpret work documents | Elective |
| Receive or despatch goods | Elective |
| Select, cut and process materials for glazing products | Elective |
| Store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances | Elective |
| Toughen glass | Elective |
| Work safely | Elective |
| Work safely at heights | Elective |
| Work safely on scaffolding higher than two metres | Elective |
Job prospects
The Certificate III in Glass and Glazing sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Glazier
ANZSCO 333111
Glaziers measure, cut, finish, fit and install flat glass and mirrors.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Glass Processing Worker
ANZSCO 839916
Glass Processing Workers perform routine tasks in manufacturing glassware, such as setting up, adjusting and repairing automatic machines and equipment, and checking weight of glassware.
Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education
Training providers delivering Certificate III in Glass and Glazing
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)
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Gimbal Construction (RTO code 32201)
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Academy of Education and Innovation Australia (RTO code 45272)
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Accord College Pty Ltd (RTO code 45849)
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AUSTRA COLLEGE (RTO code 40336)
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Australian college of business and trade (RTO code 46037)
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AUSWIDE COLLEGE (RTO code 45893)
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Bentley College (RTO code 22446)
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BeQualified (RTO code 40870)
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Career Skills Australia Pty Ltd (RTO code 45254)
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Datum College (RTO code 32243)
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Fusion College of Technology Pty Ltd (RTO code 46086)
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Global College of Management (RTO code 46024)
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gotafe (RTO code 3094)
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Helix College Pty Ltd (RTO code 45151)
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Laneway International College (RTO code 41504)
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Monash Polytechnic College (RTO code 46000)
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Nexgen Institute of Australia (RTO code 31770)
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Norton Institute Pty Ltd (RTO code 45387)
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OZ institute (RTO code 41461)
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Pacific College Sydney (RTO code 41244)
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PARAMOUNT COLLEGE (RTO code 45977)
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Realm Vista Pty Ltd (RTO code 46143)
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SKYLINE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (RTO code 45989)
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STELLAR COLLEGE PTY LTD (RTO code 45551)
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Tradie Skills College (RTO code 46096)
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Vocational Skills Australia (RTO code 45121)
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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.