Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 6:54 AM AWST
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Certificate III in Screen and Media
Certificate III in Screen and Media
CUA31015
AZO4
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 20/12/2018 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 15/01/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of a skilled operator in digital video, radio and online content creation, or a skilled assistant in the film and television production services who applies a broad range of competencies in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work
The National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work applies to persons performing dogging and rigging work. Completion of the following units is required for certification at either basic, intermediate or advanced levels:
CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform dogging
CPCCLRG3001A Licence to perform rigging basic level
CPCCLRG3002A Licence to perform rigging intermediate level
CPCCLRG4001A Licence to perform rigging advanced level.
National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work
Sets and staging for some performances or events may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering the construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (Australian Safety Compensation Council, May 2007). Achievement of the unit 'CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry' from the CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package fulfils this requirement.
^ From 1 July 2022 the elective unit HLTAID003 must no longer be delivered and will be replaced in the Packaging Rules by the unit HLTAID011 - for more information see: https://asqa.gov.au/news-events/news/reminder-about-superseded-hlt-first-aid-units
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = eleven (11)- three (3) core units plus
- eight (8) elective units of which:
- six (6) units must be selected from the electives listed below
- two (2) units may be from any currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course at Certificate II, III, or IV level.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid vocational outcome.
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| AA86 | Radio Broadcasting |
| AA87 | Digital |
| AB00 | Film & Television |
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUL95 | BSBWHS201 | Contribute to health and safety of self and others | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AUL43 | BSBCRT301 | Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WI122 | CUAIND301 | Work effectively in the creative arts industry | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least six (6) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D192 | CUF30107 | Certificate III in Media | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGT8 | CUA31020 | Certificate III in Screen and Media | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships