Qualification Outline

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22/07/2026 5:48 AM AWST

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Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew)

Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew)

Qualification
National Code:
AVI30219
State Code:
BER6
TGA Status:
Current
DTWD Status:
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
1101 - Food And Hospitality
Original TGA Release Date
13/08/2019
Approved Date
11/04/2022
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
550
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
5.00
Current Release Date
28/05/2025
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
5.00 28/05/2025 Current Approved
4.00 20/10/2022 Replaced Approved
3.00 23/03/2022 Replaced Approved
2.00 25/05/2021 Replaced Approved
1.00 13/08/2019 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the roles of cabin crew personnel performing normal and emergency cabin crew duties in support of commercial or Defence aviation operations.
Cabin crew duties include applying technical and non-technical aviation skills and knowledge to cabin service and cargo operations.
This qualification forms some of the requirements for certification by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) as a task specialist or other aerial work operations as directed by Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 138 Aerial work operations.
Civil and military cabin crew seeking certification should check these requirements with CASA.
Occupations may include:
Cabin Crew
Crew Attendant
Flight Attendant.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
A total of twenty one (21) units of competency comprising:
- Thirteen (13) core units listed below plus:
- Eight (8) general elective units from the general elective units listed below.
- Up to three (3) general elective units may be selected from any relevant nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course. The general elective units must contribute to the vocational outcomes of the qualification.

Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisite units specified are complied with.
1. Core Units

All thirteen (13) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBD22 AVIF0023 Apply aircraft safety procedures 20 Unit of competency
OBC46 AVIO0019 Apply and monitor aviation workplace security procedures 30 Unit of competency
OBD10 AVIF0034 Apply aviation work health and safety procedures 20 Unit of competency
OBB48 AVIZ0004 Maintain security awareness and vigilance in an aviation workplace 20 Unit of competency
OBD02 AVIF0041 Maintain the safety of people and aircraft 30 Unit of competency
OBD46 AVIB0001 Manage and carry out pre- and post-flight cabin checks 20 Unit of competency
OBC48 AVIO0017 Manage disruptive behaviour and unlawful interference with aviation 20 Unit of competency
AVJ43 TLIF2018 Operate firefighting equipment 20 Unit of competency
AUJ68 BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development 30 Unit of competency
AWM40 TLIE3004 Prepare workplace documents 20 Unit of competency
OBD01 AVIF0042 Respond to abnormal and emergency situations in an aircraft 40 Unit of competency
OAA35 TLIO0001 Undertake emergency response action to a security threat 20 Unit of competency
OBC95 AVIG0003 Work effectively in the aviation industry 20 Unit of competency
2. General Elective Units

At least five (5) of the eight (8) units required must be chosen from the general elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBC78 AVII0003 Advise on major services and attractions at aviation destinations 140 Unit of competency
OBC73 AVII0012 Apply knowledge of the structure, products and services of an airline operator 40 Unit of competency
OBC80 AVII0006 Carry out beverage service on an aircraft 20 Unit of competency
OBC75 AVII0011 Carry out food preparation and service on an aircraft 40 Unit of competency
OBC79 AVII0008 Conduct in-flight retailing 20 Unit of competency
OCF10 BSBOPS402 Coordinate business operational plans 35 Unit of competency
OBD04 AVIF0040 Employ fatigue risk management practices in an aviation workplace 30 Unit of competency
OBD18 AVIF0026 Implement aviation risk management processes 45 Unit of competency
OBD08 AVIF0036 Implement regulations and policies during aviation safety and service operations 20 Unit of competency
ODQ11 TLIG0002 Lead a work team 40 Unit of competency
OCF18 BSBOPS301 Maintain business resources 15 Unit of competency
OBD09 AVIF0035 Manage human factors in aviation operations 50 Unit of competency
OBC81 AVII0007 Provide advice about cuisine on an aircraft 20 Unit of competency
OCG63 TLII0004 Provide assistance to customers 25 Unit of competency
OBC85 AVII0005 Provide customer service on an aircraft 30 Unit of competency
OCD30 HLTAID011 Provide First Aid 18 Unit of competency
OBD21 AVIF0024 Provide first aid in an aviation environment 15 Unit of competency
OBC82 AVII0004 Provide quality customer service 20 Unit of competency
OEA84 SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol 20 Unit of competency
OCE33 BSBLDR301 Support effective workplace relationships 35 Unit of competency
OFG56 AVIF0048 Undertake aircraft underwater escape and survival 80 Unit of competency
OCD94 BSBTWK201 Work effectively with others 35 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AZS9 AVI30116 Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew) Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
However, first aid certification, a Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate and other regulatory requirements are essential for employment.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
(TR09300) AVIATION (FLIGHT OPERATIONS) (LEVEL 3) Traineeship

Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.