South Australia

Government and Public Sector Courses in South Australia

Browse government and public sector courses in South Australia.

Courses for beginners

There are 78 courses available in South Australia South Australia for beginner learners with no prior experience or qualifications.

CPP30321

Certificate III in Cleaning Operations
Online
12 months
$2,880
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cleaner Commercial Cleaner Street Cleaner
Housekeeper Laundry Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cleaner Commercial Cleaner Street Cleaner Housekeeper Laundry Worker + 2 more
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business (Administration)
Online
12 - 15 months
$3,500 - $4,361
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Customer Service Officer Receptionist Data Entry Operator
Executive Assistant Administration Officer Local Government Administration Officer Accounts Clerk Administrative Assistant Business Administrator Ticketing Coordinator Property Administrator
+ 8 more
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business (Customer Engagement)
Online
15 months
$3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Real Estate Receptionist Client Services Officer Local Government Customer Service Assistant
Customer Service Representative Concierge Help Desk Support Sales Representative Sales Consultant
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Real Estate Receptionist Client Services Officer Local Government Customer Service Assistant Customer Service Representative Concierge Help Desk Support Sales Representative Sales Consultant + 5 more
AHC30722

Certificate III in Horticulture
On Campus
12 months
$2,700 - $15,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nursery Hand Garden Labourer Landscape Labourer
Nurseryperson Greenkeeper Groundsperson Irrigation Assistant Council Maintenance Worker
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nursery Hand Garden Labourer Landscape Labourer Nurseryperson Greenkeeper Groundsperson Irrigation Assistant Council Maintenance Worker + 5 more

Professional Certificate of Competency in Dual Fuel Engines
Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Systems Engineer Maintenance Manager
Marine Surveyor Marine Engineer Power Systems Engineer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Systems Engineer Maintenance Manager Marine Surveyor Marine Engineer Power Systems Engineer + 3 more
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Courses for experienced learners

There are 149 courses available in South Australia South Australia for experienced learners with prior experience or qualifications.

BSB40120

Certificate IV in Business
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$1,250 - $5,009
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Executive Assistant Office Manager Team Leader
Project Coordinator Operations Coordinator Project Officer Administration Manager Business Administrator Business Support Officer Public Service Officer
+ 7 more
BSB50320

Diploma of Human Resource Management
Blended, Online
12 - 18 months
$1,999 - $4,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Human Resources Director Recruitment Manager
Organisational Development Consultant HR Business Partner Employee Relations Manager Talent Acquisition Manager Compensation and Benefits Manager
+ 5 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Organisational Development)
Blended, Online
12 - 14 months
$1,499 - $4,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Business Development Manager Human Resources Manager Change Manager
Strategy Manager Organisational Development Consultant
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Business Development Manager Human Resources Manager Change Manager Strategy Manager Organisational Development Consultant + 2 more
BSB60420

Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
On Campus, Online
17 - 18 months
$4,595 - $8,568
  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above from the BSB Training Package
Additional requirements may apply.
Change Management Consultant Human Resources Manager General Manager
Area Manager
+ 1 more
  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above from the BSB Training Package
Additional requirements may apply.
Change Management Consultant Human Resources Manager General Manager Area Manager + 1 more

Master of Engineering (Mechanical)
Online
24 months
$25,440
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Manufacturing Engineer Design Engineer Mechanical Engineer
Product Development Engineer Automotive Engineer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Manufacturing Engineer Design Engineer Mechanical Engineer Product Development Engineer Automotive Engineer + 2 more
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Course providers in South Australia

The following providers offer government and public sector courses courses in South Australia South Australia.
MCI Institute
91088
3
LET Training
41179
4
Upskilled
40374
2
Australian College
91110
6
Academy Green Learning
6187
3
Asset College
31718
7
College for Adult Learning
22228
8
Mint International College
21524
1
Engineering Institute of Technology
51971
12
Australian College of Business Intelligence
40835
1
Ironwood Institute
40287
1
Professional Security and Risk Institute
45173
1
Academy Xi
1
Ducere Global Business School and Torrens University Australia
1
Lumify Learn
45994
3
Barrington College
45030
2
TAFE SA
41026
12
Massage Schools of Queensland
2875
1
Deakin University
12
La Trobe University
8
Global Training Institute
31192
2
College of Public Employment
40390
3
McMillan
88187
2
UNE Partnerships
6754
1
TAFE NSW
90003
7
Alphacrucis University College
90525
2
Melbourne Polytechnic
3075
1
Rapid Solutions
6556
1
CQ ProTrain
40524
2
Pest Education Services & Training
2514
1
PEER
45744
1
Avante Education
22477
1
Australian Industrial Systems Institute
21916
1
TasTAFE
60142
1
Canberra Institute of Technology
0101
4
Kangan Institute
3077
2
Master Plumbers and Mechanical Services Association of Australia
3937
1
The Service Trades College
31239
1
North Metropolitan TAFE
52786
3
Skills Generation
41008
1
Ballistic Training Solutions
41097
4
Treesystems
45451
3
TAFE Queensland
0275
2
Group314
91508
4
North Regional TAFE
52788
3
Tactical Training
2292
5
Australian Security Academy
30547
1
Rose Training Australia
31939
2
The Unleashed Collective
45480
1
The Celebrant Institute
22417
1
QualTrain Australia
51465
1
NHA Australia
4891
2
Flight Training Adelaide
40173
1
Bradford Institute of Advanced Education
45241
4
Australian Institute of Management
0049
2
University of New England
4
Natwide Personnel
40368
1
Rexcel Training
1044
1
Target Training
90731
1
Australian Nursing and Training Services
41231
1
South Metropolitan TAFE
52787
1
Swinburne University of Technology
3059
2
The Centre for Volunteering
90031
1
Interskills Training
6653
1
Spencer College
31809
1
Bamara Training
4011
1
Advance-Forward
45256
1
Skillinvest
4192
2
Vocational Training Services
51843
1
Australian Academy of Advanced Skills
45240
1
MSS Safety
40349
6
Link Resources
45483
7
Fire And Safety Australia
22250
7
Krause Health and Safety
45398
1
Down to Earth Training and Assessing
51199
2
The University of Adelaide
41
University of South Australia
20
Flinders University
26
National Skills
45438
2
Institute of Research and Learning
6235
1
Resolute Training
45544
2
WiseTech Academy
45574
1
Charles Darwin University
0373
1
Central Queensland University
40939
5
Charles Sturt University
7
University of Southern Queensland
5
Prestige Service Training
31981
2
Professional Investigators College of Australasia
40789
1
Torrens University Australia
41343
4
Victoria University
3113
4
Australian Catholic University
1
The University of Newcastle
2
University of Tasmania
1
James Cook University
1
Monash University
1
University of Technology Sydney
2
Australian National University
2
University of New South Wales
3
Griffith University
3
University of Canberra
1
Federation University
4909
4
University of the Sunshine Coast
1
Advanced Heavy Vehicle Driver Training
31359
1
Red Earth Training Solutions
40309
1
Carlisle Learning
581
1
Access Training Centre
40101
4
Tocal College
91166
4
Train Now
45627
4
Construction Industry Training Centre
0647
3
Eva Burrows College
0328
2
Essential Skills Training and Recruitment
91729
1
Pinnacle Safety and Training
40496
1
Staysafe Industry Training
40963
2
Australis College
31518
1
Benchmarque Group
21824
1
Gold Training
40515
1
Chisholm Institute
0260
1
Thomson Bridge
40754
1
Alffie
41206
1
Sutton Road Training Centre
0201
1
Firefox Training
45700
1
AlertForce
91826
1
Australian Fraud and Anti-Corruption Academy
45408
3
Peak Services
30003
2
Australian Centre for Financial and Environmental Compliance
88151
1
Australian College of Agriculture & Horticulture
21316
1
RuralBiz Training
90782
1

Study areas

Local Government

Drive community change and lead in the public sector with accredited local government courses, covering leadership, compliance, and supervision.

Career opportunities Public Servant Local Government Administration Officer Local Government Customer Service Assistant Community Engagement Officer Government Accountant Local Government Officer Local Government Project Manager Council Member Investigation Manager Workplace Inspector Council Maintenance Worker Senior Rates Officer Senior Compliance Officer Planning Officer Environmental Health Officer Government Policy Advisor Policy Adviser Policy Officer Policy Analyst Government Consultant Diplomat Public Health Officer International Development Worker Policy Specialist Political Adviser Public Service Officer Policymaker Community Engagement Coordinator Government Relations Manager Government Agent Foreign Affairs Adviser Policy Writer Policy Researcher Public Health Researcher Lobbyist Human Rights Officer Political Analyst Ministerial Advisor Ministerial Liaison Officer Human Rights Advocate Foreign Service Officer Policy Manager Senior Policy Officer Public Health Consultant Public Administrator Political Consultant Public Health Analyst International Development Consultant Public Affairs Consultant Government Investigator View all

Border Security & Customs

Gain expertise in legislation, policy, and procedures, preparing for roles from officer assistants to protection officers, with prospects of impactful...

Career opportunities Security Guard Security Officer CCTV Operator Customs and Border Protection Officer Security Consultant Security Manager Biosecurity Officer Customs Broker National Security Adviser Security Dog Handler Intelligence Officer View all

Arts and Culture

Discover how to turn your passion for literature, arts, and culture into a fulfilling career with courses in library, museum, and gallery management.

Career opportunities Library Assistant Museum Assistant Curator Librarian Archivist Museum Curator Heritage Consultant Historian Art Historian Conservator Heritage Specialist Art Curator Gallery Manager Senior Curator Museum Director Museum Administrator Cultural Advisor Historical Researcher Gallery Curator Festival Producer Theatre Director View all

Celebrancy

Learn how to craft unforgettable moments as a civil celebrant, specialising in conducting weddings, funerals, and various ceremonies.

Career opportunities Marriage Celebrant Civil Celebrant

Correctional Services

Learn how to make a real difference in correctional services, gaining skills in negotiation, conflict resolution, and understanding the Australian leg...

Career opportunities Prison Officer Correctional Officer Correctional Supervisor Correctional Case Manager Correctional Emergency Response Officer Community Corrections Officer Criminologist Parole Officer Probation Officer View all

Police and Law Enforcement

Learn how you can make a difference in law enforcement, specialising in areas such as criminal law, social justice, and conflict resolution.

Career opportunities Police Officer Duty Manager (Police Force) Project Manager (Police Force) Crime Prevention Officer Law Enforcement Officer Detective Crime Analyst Chief of Police Police Sergeant Sheriff View all

Water Management

Get the skills you need to work at water treatment plants as a trainee, general hand, team leader, or senior manager.

Career opportunities Surface Water Operator Water Plant Operator Assistant Wastewater Plant Operator Assistant Water Treatment Technician Water Plant Operator Wastewater Plant Operator Hydrographer Water Treatment Supervisor Dam Operations Manager Irrigation Water Supervisor Water Networks Supervisor Trade Waste Officer Catchment Officer Irrigation Field Officer Water Networks Operator Construction Worker (Water Infrastructure) View all

Recycling and Waste Management

Contribute to a sustainable future in waste management, specialising in roles from recycling plant operations to garbage truck driving.

Career opportunities Footpath Sweeper Street Cleaner Waste Management Officer Recycling Officer Landfill Supervisor View all

Australian Defence Force

Learn how to meet the Australian Defence Force's standards and enhance your application with nationally recognised courses in fields like IT, comm...

Career opportunities Australian Defence Force Worker Human Resources Manager Logistics Administrator Administrative Coordinator Aviation Manager Aeronautical Engineer Drone Operator Helicopter Pilot Firefighter Cyber Security Consultant Aerospace Engineer Mechanical Engineer Ambulance Service Paramedic Dentist View all

Public Safety

Safeguard communities and make an impact in public safety. Specialise in areas like emergency services, law enforcement, and disaster management.

Career opportunities Volunteer Firefighter Firefighter Fire Warden Chief Warden Law Enforcement Officer Public Affairs Consultant View all

More about government and public sector courses in South Australia

If you are looking to embark on a rewarding career in the Government and Public Sector in South Australia, you have come to the right place. With a diverse range of courses available, you can start your journey today. From Certificate II in Security Operations CPP20218 and Certificate III in Cleaning Operations CPP30321 for beginners to advanced options such as the Diploma of Human Resource Management BSB50320 and Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management BSB60420, there is something to suit your interests and qualifications. With 98 courses to choose from, you can develop the skills necessary to play a vital role in your community.

Completing your training opens the door to various exciting career paths in the public sector. You may aspire to become a Cyber Security Consultant, a Public Administrator, or even a Government Investigator. Whether you are drawn to law enforcement or public health, each job role will allow you to contribute meaningfully to society. Explore our courses such as Certificate IV in Government Investigations PSP40416 to further your professional development.

In South Australia, the Government and Public Sector is continually evolving, making it an exciting field to enter. With opportunities for both beginner and experienced learners, you can find the ideal course to enhance your skills and position yourself for success. Dive into courses like the Bachelor of Social Work or Certificate IV in Business BSB40120 to elevate your knowledge. As you progress, roles such as Public Health Consultant and Policy Manager will start to come within reach. Start exploring your options today to build a fulfilling career in the Government and Public Sector!

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