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Data Entry Clerks input data into spreadsheets, databases, and specialist software programs. They are employed in all industries and work sectors to enter customer and sales information into the company CRM, process debtors/creditors, and maintain databases of financial records, students, inventory, company assets.
As a Data Entry Clerk you will be collating and filing source documents, ensuring the integrity of data through back-ups and security tests, running reports for senior analysts and managers, resolving discrepancies, and following up missing information. The focus of your job is fast keyboarding and accurate data processing.
There are 5 courses available for people who want to become a Data Entry Clerk.
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The BSB30120 Certificate III in Business prepares you for an administrative role. You’ll gain essential communication and teamwork skills, then specialise in an area that supports your career aspirations. Specialty areas include: technology and IT, business competence, teamwork and relationships, customer service, accounts, medical administration, records management. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates. Learn more.
Get started in the administration department with the BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (Administration). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you communication, teamwork and critical thinking skills, and you’ll graduate able to process the payroll and financial transactions, organise schedules, purchase goods and services, and maintain business resources. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, enrolment dates, and your eligibility for subsidised training. Learn more.
A Certificate III in Accounts Administration FNS30317 is ideal for accounts clerks working in a range of industries. Students gain practical skills in payroll as well as general ledger administration: they graduate able to perform financial calculations, produce spreadsheets, and prepare financial reports. Enquire now for a full list of units and to see if you are eligible for government funding. Learn more.
Level-up your IT and data processing skills with the ICT20120 Certificate II in Applied Digital Technologies. This nationally recognised qualification is great for data entry operators, new workers, or operational supervisors who need the skills to operate digital technologies and produce a range of documents. The course covers: computer operating systems and hardware, effective digital communication, internet research, business software applications, spreadsheets and electronic presentations, business documents, cybersecurity, database applications, and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, graduation competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.
If you have been out of the workforce for a while or looking to upskill, try the 10585NAT Certificate III in Career Advancement. In this 6 month nationally recognised training course you will develop strategies for career progression and gain a range of skills including writing business documents, negotiating and persuading, attending interviews, carrying out measurements and calculations. Enquire now for upcoming course enrolment dates and the list of elective selections. Learn more.
In Australia, a full time Data Entry Clerk generally earns $1,035 per week ($53,820 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
There are almost 40,000 Data Entry Clerks employed in Australia right now with opportunities expected to grow strongly over the next 5 years. Data Entry Clerks work in all industries and employment sectors, often employed by big business and government organisations.
Source: Australian Government Job Outlook 2020
You can get started as a Data Entry Clerk with the Certificate III in Business Administration which develops your keyboarding and data entry skills. The course takes 6-12 months to complete. Vendor qualifications in various Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Access) may also be helpful.
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Here are some potential career pathways within business administration. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Business Administration
Administration Officer
$770 weekly pay
Data Entry Clerk
Executive Assistant
Intern
Salary not available
Office Assistant
$960 weekly pay
Receptionist
Trainee
Information Officer
$1,250 weekly pay
Office Manager
$1,150 weekly pay
Personal Assistant
Procurement Officer
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