Cert II AUR21926 Govt Funded

Certificate II in Automotive Tyre Servicing Technology (Light Vehicle)

Tyre Servicing — Light Vehicle — Nationally Recognised Training

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Duration 12–18 months
Delivery Workplace-based
Pathway Traineeship
Intake Rolling enrolments
Funded States SA · QLD

About this qualification

This specialisation covers fitting, balancing, inspecting and repairing tyres for passenger vehicles, light commercial and 4WD applications. Suitable for trainees working at tyre retail and fitment centres servicing light vehicles.

Tyre franchise groups and independent tyre retailers actively use this traineeship. Mechanist works with tyre groups across SA and QLD.

How it's delivered

Delivered at your tyre service centre. Mechanist works with major tyre franchise groups and independent retailers across Australia.

What you'll learn

  • Select light vehicle tyres and wheels for specific applications
  • Remove, inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies
  • Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes
  • Balance wheels and tyres
  • Apply safe working and environmental practices in an automotive workplace

Career outcomes

→ Tyre Technician
→ Tyre Fitter
→ Light Vehicle Tyre Specialist

Earnings potential

Trainees earn the relevant Award trainee rate. Qualified tyre technicians typically earn $55,000–$75,000 per year.

Entry requirements

No formal entry requirements. You must be employed (or able to secure employment) as a trainee at a tyre service or retail fitment centre.

Funding options

  • Career Start — QLD (General Pathway)
  • Skills SA Subsidised Training — SA

Contact us for a personalised eligibility check.

Student fees

Government-subsidised fees (student contribution only):

SA$600
QLD$880

Fee for Service: $3,000

Fees may vary. Contact us to confirm your eligibility and exact fee.

Units of Competency

Units listed below are from the current AUR21926 training package release. Elective units are selected to best match industry needs and employer requirements.

Core Units

AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
AURATA001 Identify basic automotive faults using troubleshooting processes
AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
AURLTJ011 Select light vehicle tyres and wheels for specific applications
AURLTJ113 Remove, inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies
AURLTJ102 Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes

Elective Units (indicative selection)

AURTTD002 Inspect and service steering systems
AURTTD004 Inspect and service suspension systems
AURAFA103 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
AURHTJ106 Remove, inspect and fit heavy vehicle tyres and tubes
AURHTJ103 Remove, inspect, repair and refit heavy vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies
AURTTJ011 Balance wheels and tyres
AURETR115 Inspect, test and service batteries

Unit selection is confirmed in your Training Plan at enrolment. Elective choices may vary based on your employer, workplace and career pathway. All units are delivered and assessed in your workplace.

Government Funded Training

Certificate II in Automotive Tyre Servicing Technology (Light Vehicle) is available as government-subsidised training in the following states. Eligibility conditions apply — contact our team for a personalised funding assessment before you enrol.

Government subsidies available in SA and QLD. Contact us for a group training quote for franchise groups.

South Australia View funding details → Queensland View funding details →
Important: Funding eligibility depends on your residency, citizenship, prior qualifications, age and current training contract status. Do not assume you are eligible without confirming with our team. Government funding rules change — always verify current conditions before commencing.

Employers — we do the heavy lifting

Mechanist manages the entire training and assessment process. We visit your site, assess in real work conditions, handle all compliance paperwork and keep you informed at every step. You focus on running your workshop — we focus on the qualification.

✓We customise your apprentice's Training Plan with you in person — not a generic template
✓Theory and practical assessment is delivered at your workplace, not a TAFE campus
✓We coach you on supervision ratios, workplace requirements and compliance obligations
✓Dedicated trainer/assessor assigned to your apprentice — direct contact, no call centres
✓Funding eligibility checks, paperwork and claiming — we handle it for you
✓Performance management support available if issues arise with your apprentice

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Talk to our team about how we can support your training needs.

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