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Recession-Proof Skills · Advanced Certificate

Start Your Own Cleaning Business
With Skill and Confidence

Go beyond basic cleaning. This course teaches you the professional skills for both home and commercial jobs, from quoting and safety compliance to finding your first clients. It’s a practical starting point for your own cleaning business or a career in the industry.

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Rated 5 by our students
From $25
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ICOES + CPD
Endorsed Certificate
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AI Tutor
Career outcomes

Upskill. Side Hustle. New Career.

Whatever you are here for, this certificate leads straight to real roles:

Commercial Cleaner
Domestic Cleaner
End of Lease Cleaner
Cleaning Supervisor
Contract Cleaner
Cleaning Business Owner
Curriculum

What You’ll Learn.

10 modules · 100 lessons · Study at your own pace

01Welcome & IntroductionFree
02How the Cleaning Industry Works in Australia
03Domestic vs Commercial Cleaning: What's Different
04What Clients Actually Expect From a Cleaner
05Reading a Cleaning Brief
06Professional Presentation and Conduct on Site
07Working Alone vs Working in a Team
08Time on the Job: Estimating and Staying on Schedule
09Handling Keys, Access, and Client Property
10Record Keeping and Job Checklists
11Setting Up for Your First Professional Clean
Included with your course

Your 24/7 AI Tutor.

It knows where you are

Your tutor sees the lesson you are on and what you have covered, so every answer fits your progress.

Explains Until You Get It

Confused by a concept? Ask for a simpler take, a real-world example, or a quick quiz to test yourself.

There at 11pm

Study when it suits you. Your tutor is available around the clock, every day of your enrolment.

Inside this course · Your tutor
How do I quote for a big office job compared to a regular house clean?
That's a great question. For office jobs, you often move from a simple hourly rate to quoting based on a detailed **cleaning specification**. This means you'll do a site visit to assess the area, types of surfaces, and the client's exact needs. Your quote might be based on square metres or a fixed price for the whole job, rather than just time. Would you like me to explain how to create a cleaning specification checklist?
ModernEdu
This certifies that
Charlotte Reeve
has successfully completed the
Advanced Certificate in Domestic & Commercial Cleaning
Issued by Modern Education Australia
Certificate No. ME-2026-04871
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Your certificate

Proof of What You Know.

Endorsed

Endorsed by ICOES, the International Council for Online Educational Standards, and CPD-eligible.

Verifiable online

Every certificate carries a unique number an employer or client can verify on our site in seconds.

Made to share

A printed hard copy is included with upfront enrolment, and a digital version for LinkedIn and your CV.

Student reviews

What People Are Saying.

5 average rating

Set up a plant styling business, and maintain it too

The content was clear and practical — including the set-up of a plant styling business, and ongoing maintenance too.

Emily P. · Verified student

The financial part of the business

Learning about the financial part of the business.

Kristine S. · Verified student

The first weeks are the foundation, not a warm-up

The first weeks in the home are not a warm-up phase, they are the foundation. The guidance we give owners during this window can prevent months of remedial work later, making early intervention one of the most powerful tools we have as trainers.

Gaylene D. · Verified student
What you get

Everything Included.

In this course

100 lessons across 10 modules, read, listen, or watch every one
Your 24/7 AI tutor, built into every lesson
Assessments and your ICOES-endorsed, CPD-eligible certificate
12 months access, with extensions available on request

As a Modern Edu student

Student discount on any additional course
Printed hard-copy edition of your course
More student extras on the way
How it works

Four Steps to Your Certificate.

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Try It Free

Start lesson 1 right now, free. See the course and meet your tutor before paying anything.

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Enrol Easily

Pick the option that suits you. Every option is covered by the 14-day guarantee.

03

Make Real Progress

Read, listen, or watch each lesson. Go at your own pace with your tutor beside you.

04

Get Your Certificate

Pass your assessments and receive your endorsed, verifiable certificate.

Enrolment

Easy Ways to Get Started.

Try the first lesson free. When you are ready, split it into four with Afterpay or Klarna, save $200 upfront, or take the simple weekly plan.

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Before you enrol

Is It Right for You?

This course is for you if

Aspiring business owners who want to start their own domestic or commercial cleaning service.
Career changers looking for a practical skill that is always in demand across Australia.
Current cleaners who want to formalise their skills and learn how to win higher-paying commercial contracts.
Anyone who wants to learn the business side of cleaning, including quoting, invoicing, and client management.

It is probably not for you if

Anyone who needs a nationally recognised qualification like a Certificate III. For that, you should look at a TAFE or another RTO.
People who want hands-on, in-person training with cleaning equipment. This is a fully online course.
Someone seeking a licence for specialised work like trauma or biohazard cleaning. This course only provides general awareness of those topics.
People who only want a few basic cleaning tips for their own home. This is a professional development course for career skills.

14-Day Money-Back Guarantee.

Try the full course for two weeks. If it is not for you, we refund you in full. No questions asked, no conditions.

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Tammie O. · Verified student

“Very informative, and I like the focus on clients. It's better to give advice in small segments — just as we do with our dogs. Small steps.”

John H. · Verified student

“Real world responses — wow. The laws, and what it means to run a facility, is an eye opener. Even the less-common-pets section was eye opening — rabbits are illegal to keep as pets here in Queensland!”

Lee P. · Verified student
Good to know

Common Questions.

Do I need experience in cleaning before I start?+
No prior experience is needed. The course starts with the basics, including how the industry works in Australia and what clients expect, then builds through to advanced topics like infection control, specialised services, and running your own business. Whether you are starting fresh or have been cleaning for a while, the content is designed to meet you where you are.
Does this course cover both domestic and commercial cleaning?+
Yes. There are dedicated modules for each. You will cover domestic cleaning in full, including kitchens, bathrooms, end-of-lease cleans, and quality checks. The commercial module covers offices, retail spaces, schools, gyms, medical facilities, and how to meet a commercial cleaning specification. You will also learn what makes each setting different and how to adapt your approach.
I want to start my own cleaning business. Will this help me do that?+
There is a full module on running a cleaning business, covering topics like getting your ABN, setting rates, writing quotes, invoicing with GST, insurance, and finding clients. You will also learn about service agreements, managing cash flow, and taking on staff. A separate module covers client communication, reviews, and building a local reputation over time.
How long does the course take to complete?+
The course is designed for around 245 hours of study at your own pace. If you want to move through it faster, a structured fast-track path takes around 28 hours by focusing on the core content. There are no deadlines, and you have 12 months of access, so you can fit study around work or family commitments.
What certificate will I receive, and is it recognised?+
You will receive an Advanced Certificate in Domestic and Commercial Cleaning, issued by Modern Education Australia. The course is accredited by ICOES (International Council for Online Educational Standards) and is CPD-endorsed, which means it counts toward professional development hours. It is not a nationally recognised qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework, but it is a credible, independently evaluated credential you can add to your resume or business profile.
Is this different from watching cleaning tutorials on YouTube?+
Yes. The course is structured across 100 lessons covering areas YouTube rarely touches, such as Work Health and Safety law, Safe Work Method Statements, chemical handling under Australian standards, infection control protocols, and the legal and business side of operating a cleaning service. There is also an AI tutor on every lesson that you can ask questions and get specific answers from, rather than searching for another video.

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