Certificate III in Visual Arts

The Certificate III in Visual Arts is a nationally recognised qualification designed to help you develop practical creative skills and build a strong foundation for further study or a career in the visual arts and creative industries.

Through 12 units, you’ll explore a range of visual arts, craft and design practices while developing your knowledge of art theory and history. You’ll gain hands-on experience, build confidence in your creative abilities and begin developing your own artistic practice across a variety of creative environments.

Whether you’re starting your creative journey, considering a career change, developing your skills for personal practice or preparing for further study, this course provides a practical pathway to explore your creativity and take the next step in the visual arts.

This qualification can support entry-level opportunities across the visual arts, craft and design industries, including:

• Ceramics Studio Assistant

• Community Theatre Assistant

• Arts, Craft or Design Practitioner

• Other support and assistant roles within creative studios and arts organisations

The qualification can also provide a pathway to further study and other career opportunities in visual arts, craft and design.

You are able to gain entry to the Certificate III in Visual Arts if you have:

• Completed Year 10 (or equivalent) and be at least 16 years of age

• Completed a Certificate III qualification, or

• have at least 3 years of sufficient life experience (work or study), if over 16 years of age.

The Certificate III in Visual Arts comprises 12 units:

• CUAACD201 – Develop drawing skills to communicate ideas

• CUAACD311 – Produce drawings to communicate ideas

• CUADES301 – Explore the use of colour

• CUADES305 – Source and apply information on the history and theory of design

• CUAGRD501 – Research visual communication history and theory

• CUADES202 – Evaluate the nature of design in a specific industry context

• CUARES301 – Apply knowledge of history and theory to own arts practice

• BSBWHS211 – Contribute to the health and safety of self and others

• CUAPPR311 – Produce creative work

• CUAPHI312 – Capture photographic images

• BSBOPS301 – Maintain business resources

• BSBESB301 – Investigate business opportunities

We have a payment method to suit every student. If you decide to pay for your course upfront, you will enjoy a substantial discount. If you would prefer to spread out your payments, you can take advantage of our fortnightly payments.

Payment Options:

• Pay Upfront

  • Pay a reduced upfront tuition fee with a discount.

• Pay by Instalments

  • Pay your tuition fees by credit card in 26 fortnightly instalments.

Fees

Need an Alternative Payment Option?

If these payment options don't suit your circumstances, you can request to be contacted by PSC to discuss alternative payment arrangements.

Please note:

After submitting your enrolment form, you will be redirected to a secure payment page to complete your upfront payment or first fortnightly instalment.