UEE20120 Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems

Formal recognition for installers who install, commission and decommission single-head split air conditioning and heat pump systems to a prescribed routine.

Overview

Turn hands-on split-system installation experience into the UEE20120 Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems, a nationally recognised qualification covering the installation, commissioning and decommissioning of single-head, wall-hung split air conditioning and heat pump systems up to 18kW refrigeration capacity. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows your experience installing split systems in homes, offices and small spaces to be formally assessed against this qualification rather than starting your learning over. Once your evidence is assessed and confirmed by our partner RTO, you hold the same AQF-recognised Certificate II as anyone who completed the qualification through classroom-based study. This qualification also meets the training components for a national restricted heat pump, split system, installation and decommissioning Refrigerant Handling Licence.

Career Opportunities

Air-conditioning Split System Installer

Installs, commissions and decommissions single-head wall-hung split air-conditioning systems in homes, small offices and similar spaces.

Air-conditioning Technician (Split Systems)

Selects, installs, diagnoses, repairs and maintains complex and core refrigeration or air-conditioning equipment in commercial premises.

Reference: training.gov.au

Benefits

Trade RecognitionFormal recognition of the split system installation skills you have already developed, contributing to your Refrigerant Handling Licence.

Career AdvancementProvides a pathway into further study, such as the Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, or into broader HVAC trade roles.

Our Trusted Partners Offering the Qualification

Brighton Pacific Pty. Ltd T/A Australia Institute of Business and Technology

RTO Code: 41138

Nationally Recognised

ASQA Registered

RPL Specialist

Documents & Evidence you might require

Is your experience eligible for certification?

General Documents

Your identification Documents
USI Number
Detailed Resume
Work Reference Letter(s)
Payslips
Previous Qualifications (If Any)

Project & Work Evidence

Installation records or job sheets for split air conditioning systems you have installed
Photos or records of water heating heat pump systems you have installed
Records showing you have commissioned single head split systems
Records showing you have decommissioned split air conditioning or heat pump systems
Refrigerant handling or safe work records you have completed
Records of tubing, fittings or wiring connections you have made on split systems
Customer job cards or service records from split system installation work
Work health and safety records relevant to split system installation

Working Photos & Videos

Photos taken on site installing a real split air conditioning or heat pump system
You clearly visible installing or commissioning a split system in a professional setting
Videos recorded on site showing you performing split system installation tasks
Each video approximately 90-120 seconds long

[NB: RTO might ask for more evidences based on qualification requirements]

Labor Opportunity in Australian Industry

29,700Employed

31Median Age

91%Full-Time Employment Share

Ref: Jobs and Skills Australia (Employed, Median Age) · Jobs and Skills Australia (Full-Time Employment Share)

Industry Average Salary

$2,100Median per week

$109,200Yearly income

Ref: Jobs and Skills Australia (Median per week, Yearly income)

How It Works

Once your Student Agreement is signed and your initial payment is confirmed, your RPL journey begins — here's what to expect at each stage.

Collect Your Evidence

Using your personalised checklist, gather evidence that demonstrates your skills and experience. This may include employment records, certificates, photos, videos, or supervisor references. Your Navigator will guide you every step of the way.

Receive Your Enrolment & RPL Docs

We'll send your Enrolment Form and LLN Assessment to complete first. Following that, you'll receive your Self-Assessment Form and Third-Party Verification Form to work through carefully before moving to the next step.

Submit Your Completed Forms

Complete and sign all required forms, then return them along with your full evidence portfolio. Ensure every section is filled in, all signatures are included, and all supporting documents are attached before submitting.

Assessment and Competency Review

Your RTO Assessor will review and map your evidence against the required unit competencies. Where further clarification is needed, a competency conversation will be conducted to confirm your knowledge and skills.

Outcome Issued

Once assessed as competent across all required units, the RTO will formally issue your certificate or Statement of Attainment. Your real-world experience is now officially recognised as a nationally accredited qualification.

Disclaimer: ATSR is a facilitator of RPL. Qualifications are issued by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) upon successful assessment.

Payment & Refund

Personalised quote after your consultation

Pricing based on your individual advised pathway

RTO name and all payment options included

No payment until you've accepted your quote

Refunds available in line with our policy

Payment options

✦ 4 interest-free instalments available

Debit / Credit Card

Bank Transfer

Payment Options

Your fees are confirmed before you commit — no surprises.

After your initial consultation, you'll receive a personalised quote that includes your total fee based on your individual advised pathway, the name of the assessing RTO, and all available payment options. No payment is required until you've reviewed and accepted your quote.

Refund Policy

We're committed to your outcome — and we back that with our refund policy.

Our navigators support you through the process to help ensure your portfolio meets the RTO's requirements before it's submitted. If the RTO finds your application ineligible after portfolio submission, you may be entitled to a refund of fees paid to ATSR, in accordance with our and the RTO's refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get the UEE20120 Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems through RPL instead of doing a course?−

Yes, RPL lets your hands-on experience installing and servicing split air conditioning and heat pump systems be formally assessed against this qualification's requirements. A partner RTO checks your evidence and carries out the assessment needed to confirm your skills meet the national standard.

What evidence do I need to show for RPL on a split system air conditioning qualification?+

You need real evidence tied to the work itself, not a set number of years on the job. Installation records or job sheets for split systems you've installed, photos or records of heat pump water heater installations, and records showing you've commissioned or decommissioned systems all help build your case.

Is an RPL Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning the same qualification as one from TAFE?+

Yes, it's the exact same AQF-registered qualification, issued by an ASQA-registered RTO, regardless of which pathway you used to get it. RPL is a different way of reaching the identical credential, based on assessing skills you've already built on the job.

Does this qualification cover the skills needed to work as a split system installer or technician?+

It's built around the skills used in roles like Air-conditioning Split System Installer and Air-conditioning Technician (Split Systems), covering installing, commissioning and decommissioning these systems. Any licensing or registration needed to work in the industry is a separate process handled through the relevant regulator.

Secure your status as a certified split system installer today

Turn your split air conditioning installation experience into a nationally recognised Certificate II qualification.