TLI31222 Certificate III in Driving Operations

COURSE OVERVIEW
The (TLI31222) Certificate III in Driving Operations is a nationally recognised qualification available through a traineeship model.
This pathway combines on-the-job training with structured learning, allowing participants to earn while they learn, while building practical driving and transport skills directly in the workplace.This qualification covers an extensive range of elements to ensure drivers can confidently operate a heavy vehicle in all situations and environments — including urban, regional, and long-haul routes. It equips participants with the skills and knowledge required to manage daily driving tasks safely, responsibly, and in compliance with industry standards. 

COURSE CONTENT

Training is tailored to suit workplace needs and unit selection. Core areas include:

• Safe heavy vehicle operation in diverse conditions
• Workplace health and safety adherence
• Load restraint and cargo handling per standards
• Fatigue management and driver wellbeing
• Chain of Responsibility (CoR) compliance
• Customer service and communication in transport

(Refer to the official unit selection for detailed electives and core units)

DELIVERY & ASSESSMENT
This qualification is delivered through traineeship pathway combining:

• On-the-job training – develop skills while working in the industry
• Online and/or face-to-face training sessions with industry trainers
• Assessment methods including practical demonstrations, workplace 

This flexible delivery ensures learning is practical, relevant, and directly linked to the workplace.

• Projects, written tasks, and online assessments

DURATION AND LOCATION

• Duration: Typically 12–24 months, depending on prior experience, unit selection, and workplace arrangements
• Location: Delivered in the workplace and via supported online/face-to-face training across Australia

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To enrol in TLI31222 Certificate III in Driving Operations (Traineeship), all applications will undertake an enrolment interview prior to accepting progressing them to the full enrolment participants and must meet the following:

• Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN): Participants must demonstrate appropriate LLN skills to meet course and workplace requirements (assessment conducted prior to enrolment).
• Suitability and Support Needs Assessment
• Licence Requirements: Must hold (or be in the process of obtaining) the appropriate driver’s licence for the class of heavy vehicle to be used in training (e.g. Medium Rigid, Heavy Rigid, or equivalent).
• Employment Requirement: Must be employed in the transport or logistics industry under a registered traineeship arrangement.
• Minimum Age: As per state/territory licensing regulations for heavy vehicle operation.
• Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) proficiency: Participants must demonstrate appropriate LLND skills to meet course and workplace requirements (assessment conducted prior to enrolment).
• Workplace Access: Must have access to suitable vehicles and a safe operating environment for practical assessment.

COURSE FEES 

Fees for this course are set out in our Schedule of Fees and Charges, provided with the enrolment package and available on our website.

• Eligible trainees may access government funding subsidies (varies by state/territory).
• Employers may also benefit from incentives available for approved traineeship arrangements.
• A full breakdown of fees, charges, and refund conditions is available upon request.

The qualification is available through Traineeship. Eligibility criteria for subsidised training is available through Skills SA:  https://www.skills.sa.gov.au/subsidised-eligibility  

LEARNER REQUIREMENT

• Have a valid Photo ID. (i.e. Australian Drivers Licence, Passport or Proof of Age Card). Mandatory for accredited courses.
• Must have a valid USI to be issued the Statement of Attainment.
• All information regarding the USI is found at www.usi.gov.au

TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

Please refer to our website  natwidetraining.com.au for  full terms and conditions.   

Please decide if this is the right course for you before  you enrol. This course information should be read in  conjunction with Natwide brochure and our policies and procedures available at natwidetraining.com.au.  

If you require any more information or assistance, or  you identify yourself to have specific needs that may  affect your capacity to complete this course, please  speak to one of our representatives. 

STUDENT INFORMATION

Natwide Training Australia is responsible under the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011 for the quality of the training and assessment being delivered in this course and for the issuance of all AQF certificates. 

Please refer to the Student Handbook for further information on all student rights and obligations.

Detailed student information is available within our Student Handbook and Schedule of Fees and Charges which is supplied with the enrolment package and is available on our website. 

This is important information about your rights and obligations as a student and forms part of our Terms of Service. It is important that when applying for enrolment you make an opportunity to review this information.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

 Recognition of prior learning is available and involves assessment of an individual’s prior learning (including formal, informal and non-formal learning) to determine competency. RPL shall be reviewed upon request