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Certificate III in Dry Cleaning Operations

This certificate trains you to run the technical side of a dry cleaning business, from sorting and identifying fabrics and textiles to choosing the right solvents, treating stains and finishing garments on the press.

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  • Course code: MST30922

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Last reviewed 21 September 2026.

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Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

  • Providers can set their own conditions, such as a minimum age or a current job in the industry, and practical training may need a workplace placement. Check each provider above.

Entry recommendations

To be prepared for this course, it helps to have:

  • an eye for different fabrics and textiles
  • care in handling chemicals and solvents
  • patience for treating stains and finishing garments
  • an interest in working safely with others

What will you learn?

You learn to operate dry cleaning machines safely, handle chemicals and solvents correctly, and deal with garments that need special treatment beyond a standard clean. The course also covers the parts of the job that involve other people: workplace safety, environmentally sustainable work practices and communication, including some supervision of staff. It suits someone already working in a laundry or dry cleaning shop who wants to take on more skilled and varied work, and no previous qualification is required to start.

  • Identifying fabrics and textiles
  • Stain removal and spotting
  • Operating dry cleaning machines
  • Pressing garments and work
  • Handling cleaning chemicals safely
  • Workplace safety and sustainability

Units of competency (10 core)

Everyone completes these core units. Select a unit to see what it covers.

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