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VTP276 Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck

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Key details

Duration

year/s

This program is delivered over a period of 3 days. The length of time to complete this qualification will depend on the location, study mode and/or units selected and will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.

Intake

Locations

Alice Springs, Casuarina, Katherine, Remote, Tennant Creek
Not available to international students.

Course code

VTP276

Overview



This unit specifies the outcomes required for the operation of a powered industrial truck equipped with a mast and an elevating load carriage to which is attached a pair of fork arms or other attachment, for licensing purposes. This definition also includes a truck on which the operator is raised with the attachment for order-picking.

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Skill recognition

Skills recognition is not applicable to this course. CDU's short courses are highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. They will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new.

Pathways

VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.

Further training pathways from this program include but are not limited to Certificate III qualifications within the TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package.

Fees

2024 Fees

  Fee Type  2024 Course Fees
  NT Government supported*  $148.00 (Regional and Remote only)
  Full Fee  $450.00

*This course is supported by the NT Government for eligible domestic students who are NT residents. A limited number of NT Government supported places are available, so secure your place now.

Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.

For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.

Fee exemptions

Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only.

At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:

  • Recipient of a Centrelink payment
  • Recipient of Department of Veterans Affairs benefits
  • Enrolled Secondary Students
  • Permanent residents with refugee or humanitarian status

Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment.

If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG’s Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption.

Delivery allowance for VET funded programs

International VET Package

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Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.

  • Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
  • Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
  • Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
  • Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond
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Why study at CDU?

Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.

  • Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
  • Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
  • Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
  • Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond

What will I study?

To achieve the vocational training program VTP276 - Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck, a total of one (1) unit of competency must be completed as listed below.Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.

Course structure

To achieve the vocational training program VTP276 - Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck, a total of one (1) unit of competency must be completed as listed below.

Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.


The total Nominal Hours for this training program is 40.
 

CodeModule/Unit of CompetencyHours
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
TLILIC0003Licence to operate a forklift truck40
 Total nominal hours for the training program40

 

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

To gain entry into VTP276 Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck, candidates require:

  • Legal requirements - Appropriate driver's licence to operate in public places
  • 18 Years of age if requiring a Forklift Truck Licence
  • Hat
  • High Visibility clothing (if possible)
  • Sturdy enclosed shoes
  • Sound L&N skills
  • Unique Student Identifier (USI)

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Course details

Accreditation

This is a non-award course and a Statement of Attainment will be issued for nationally recognised units of competency successfully completed.

Away from base

AFB: This is an approved Away From Base (AFB) 'mixed-mode' course.
For further information about AFB see www.cdu.edu.au/afb

Location and study mode

Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.



Locations: Alice Springs, Casuarina, Katherine, Remote, Tennant Creek



Study Mode: On campus



Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.

Additional information

Sector
TAFE
Industry groups
TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
Occupation types
Forklift Driver
Area of study
Transport and Logistics, Building and Construction, Engineering and Mining, Agriculture and Rural Operations

Contact details

Automotive, Transport and Civil
Location: Casuarina & Alice Springs Campuses
Phone: 08 8946 7506 (CAS) 08 8959 5465 (ASP)
Email: vet.autocivil@cdu.edu.au

VET Environmental Studies
Location: Casuarina & Alice Springs Campuses
Phone: 08 8946 7513
Email: vet.clm@cdu.edu.au

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You make CDU

Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.

You make CDU

Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.

How to apply

How to apply direct to CDU

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Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.

 

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