HomeCoursesBuilding and constructionCertificate III
Certificate III · national qualification
Certificate III in Swimming Pool and Spa Service
This is an entry level qualification for people who want to service and maintain swimming pools and spas, and it is set up as an Australian Apprenticeship pathway, so most people learn it while working.
- How long it takes
- 1 to 2 years
- typical for this level
- Main job
- Pool Technician
- $65,000 (estimate) median pay
- Taught by
- 1 provider
- QLD
Is this course right for you?
What the Certificate III in Swimming Pool and Spa Service asks of you, and what you might want to check first.
It helps to have
- an interest in keeping pools clean and safe to use
- a careful approach to handling chemicals
- confidence with basic measurements and calculations
- good communication skills for dealing with clients
Before you start
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Where this course can take you
Jobs this qualification is a recognised route into, and the study that can follow it.
Jobs you can do with it
Pool Technician
Pool technicians look after swimming pools and spas, keeping the water balanced and the pumps, filters and heaters working.
What else you need
The award does not confer any licence, and licensing may apply depending on state and the work you do. Check with your state regulator.
Median pay$65,000 (estimate)
If you study further
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Leads to work as a, median pay $195,100.
Bachelor of Construction Management
Pay is the median for everyone in the job, and “In demand” means the job is on the national shortage list. Pay marked as an estimate is our own analysis, not a published figure.
Where you can study this course
There's one place you can study this course. No provider pays to be listed here.
- Website for National Skills Pty Ltd (opens in a new tab)
National Skills Pty Ltd
National Skills Pty Ltd, QLD
5.0from 374 Google reviews
What students like
- Staff are friendly and easy to deal with
- Staff respond quickly and communicate clearly
What you’ll learn
18 units: 12 that everyone takes and 6 you choose.
- Testing pool water quality
- Handling pool chemicals safely
- Filtration and circulation systems
- Cleaning and vacuuming pools
- Water dosing and treatment
- Client records and reporting
See all 12 core units
Core units
Everyone completes these. Select a unit to see what it covers.
Loading the details for BSBWOR301…
Loading the details for BSBWOR301…
Questions to ask before you enrol
Providers run this course differently, so the answers change from one to the next.
- When is the next intake, and how many are there each year?
- What is the total cost, including materials, checks and any placement costs?
- Can I study part time or online, and how does that change the length?
- Do the units count towards a higher qualification if I go on to study further?
Questions people ask
Who is this qualification for?
It is for people who want to service and maintain swimming pools and spas, and it is set up as an Australian Apprenticeship pathway, so most people learn it while working. It prepares you to maintain pools in domestic, commercial and public settings, and roles include pool technician.
Do I need experience or other qualifications first?
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. Individual providers can set their own conditions, so check with the provider you choose.