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The Certificate IV in Mental Health (CHC43315) is for students wanting to work or volunteer providing support to people affected by mental illness or have a psychiatric disability. Students complete 15 units which focus heavily on foundation interpersonal skills such as building relationships, working collaboratively, and working with diverse cultural groups. Additionally, students graduate with practical skills and knowledge in trauma informed care, drug and alcohol issues affecting mental health and staying safe at work. To graduate and receive the qualification, each student must complete at least 80 hours of relevant work. The Certificate IV in Mental Health (CHC43315) is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package..

Level-up your career in disability support services with the CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to provide person-centred services to people with disabilities and mental health issues. The course covers: on-the-job safety, client rights and independence, facilitating community participation and social inclusion, assisting with movement, transporting individuals, visiting client residences, and much more. Enquire now for entry requirements, disability support career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment opportunities near you.

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The Diploma of Community Services is a nationally recognized qualification that prepares students for leadership roles in the community services sector. Students will develop advanced skills in advocacy, social justice, policy development, and program design. Graduates can work in leadership roles, such as community services manager, program manager, or social policy analyst, in government and non-government organizations..

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..

Get the skills you need to become a successful workplace leader with the BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management. This nationally recognised qualification covers the essential aspects of team leadership, workplace relationships, and operations management — then you choose electives that support your actual job role (eg, WHS and risk management, personal productivity, financial reporting, workplace diversity). You’ll graduate a more effective communicator with an arsenal of administration, IT, and digital work skills. Enquire now for the list of study units and upcoming enrolment dates..

The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is a comprehensive program aimed at preparing students to provide personalized care and support to elderly individuals. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical training, students will learn to assist with daily activities, promote independence, and contribute to the well-being and quality of life of older people in various care settings. .

The BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management is for the next generation of business leaders who need highly developed emotional intelligence and the ability to communicate with influence. This nationally recognised diploma has a heavy focus on interpersonal skills and relationship building, while teaching you how to develop administrative systems, operational plans, budgets, policy and compliance documents. Choose electives in areas that support your job role: finance, administration, risk management, big data, industrial relations, customer service. Enquire now for the list of study units, elective choices, and upcoming enrolment dates..

A CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care will suit students desiring careers as early childhood educators responsible for designing and implementing curriculum. They work to implement an approved learning framework within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. Students will learn how to work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for children, nurture creativity in children as well as implement strategies for the inclusion of all children..

The Certificate IV in Community Services is a nationally recognized qualification that prepares students for a career in the community services sector. You will develop skills in community development, case management, diversity, and ethics. Gain hands-on experience through supervised work placements. Graduates can work in various roles, such as community service worker, case manager, and program coordinator in government and non-government organizations..

Step into a supervisory or management role with the BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business. This nationally recognised qualification will level up your use of digital technologies and develop your critical thinking, business relationships and communication strategies. Even better you can choose from one of nine specialisation areas — leadership, administration, operations, sustainability, big data, cyber security, finance, records and information management, or procurement. Graduate with an arsenal of skills that support your actual job role. Enquire now for the list of study units and enrolment opportunities near you..

The BSB40420 Certificate IV in Human Resource Management is for HR Co-ordinators or managers and line supervisors that also have HR responsibilities. Over 12-18 months of study you will learn how to support the learning and development of teams, and support the HR process at your organisation. The course covers: recruitment and onboarding, performance development, advanced payroll, work health and safety implementation, industrial relations, critical communication skills. Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective choices, and enrolment opportunities..

Want a supervisor’s role in the hospitality industry? How about enrolling in the SIT40422 Certificate IV in Hospitality? This nationally recognised qualification will develop your skills in leadership, communications, and customer services and qualifies you for departmental roles in hotels, clubs, restaurants, and casinos. The course offers specialist electives to support your career interests. Choose from: food and beverage, front office and portering, events, food safety, gaming, kitchen operations, computer operations and ICT, stock and cellar operations, security, office skills, and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective choices (and their availability), and training providers who offer this qualification..

The Certificate III in Retail (SIR30216) is perfect for students seeking roles in places like shops, specialty retailers, supermarkets, and department stores. Student begin their studies with the safety aspects of the retail workplace, learning how to identify and respond to security risks. This course has a strong focus on interpersonal skills and selling, so students graduate confidently able to engage with customers, sell products and services, assist with customer complaints, and be an effective member of a sales team. The Certificate III in Retail (SIR30216) is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Retail Services Training Package..

If you need business skills to launch your startup or open a new business try the BSB40320 Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business. This nationally recognised qualification will help you develop a business plan and establish the level of risk management, compliance and financing required to get your business off the ground. The course covers: financial planning, marketing new business ventures, recruitment and onboarding, product promotion, customer service strategies. Enquire now for the list of graduation competencies, entry requirements, and enrolment centres near you..

Please note - this is not a building related course. The BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management is for dedicated project managers and team leaders who have been assigned to a major project. You will learn how to scope and cost out a project, then manage the budget, quality, resources and work teams. Choose electives that support your job role including: communication, compliance and governance, critical thinking, team leadership, procurement, ICT and information systems. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, study outcomes, and enrolment opportunities..

Get started in the hospitality industry with the SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality. With this nationally recognised qualification you could work in bars, coffee shops, nightclubs, hotels, resorts, casinos, events and festivals. You’ll gain skills in communication and customer service and choose electives that support your career interests: food and beverage service, cooking, guest services, gaming, barista services, administration and customer service. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices and their availability, plus training providers near you who deliver this qualification..

Please note - this is not a building related course. If you want to be assigned to the next project team, try the BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice. This nationally recognised qualification covers the essential project management techniques as well as risk management, procurement, HR, stakeholder engagement, cost management, digital security, and contract law. Choose electives that support your actual job role and graduate ready for work as a project administrator, contractors officer, or QA officer. Enquire now for the full list of study units, course outcomes, and training centres..

Get started in marketing with the BSB40820 Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication. This nationally recognised qualification can be your entry point into a marketing role, or great for managers and small business owners who need the skills to increase their sales and outreach. The course covers: co-ordinating marketing activities, analysing consumer behaviour, carrying out market research, creating digital content, presenting your ideas and research, developing social media strategies, and more. You will also improve your overall skills in writing and critical thinking. Enquire now for the list of study units, graduation competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..

Step up to senior management with the BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management. This advanced qualification will teach you how to provide leadership across an organisation while managing innovation and continuous improvement. Over 12-18 months of study you will be developing your critical thinking and strategic communication skills. Graduate ready to implement a business plan and tackle a range of complex problems and strategies. Enquire now for the list of elective choices, entry requirements, and enrolment opportunities near you..

Get a job in the hospitality industry with the SIT20322 Certificate II in Hospitality. This nationally recognised certificate can help you find work at clubs, pubs, hotels, resorts, theme parks, cafes, restaurants, and bistros. The course covers: communicating with customers, interacting with guests and workmates from different cultural backgrounds, staying safe at work, hygiene controls in hospitality, cleaning, using equipment, and more. When enrolling, ask your course provider to help you select study units that lead to specific job roles, such as cafe attendant, bar steward, catering assistant, hotel porter. Enquire now for entry requirements, hospitality career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..

The BSB50120 Diploma of Business is for business leaders and unit managers needing a hands-one qualification that supports their actual job role. This nationally recognised diploma builds on your existing skills and allows you to specialise in one of nine different areas — operations, leadership, organisational development, compliance, sales, digital and data, procurement, records and information management, or evaluation. You’ll graduate with greatly improved confidence, critical thinking and communication skills. Enquire now for the unit list in each of the nine specialisation areas and upcoming enrolment opportunities..

Become a trade cook with the SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to safely prepare and cook a range of contemporary dishes including meats and poultry, seafoods, fruit and vegetables, cakes and breads, desserts, soups, and sauces. Even better you’ll learn how to work efficiently in the back-of-house and can specialise in either contemporary cooking and catering or Asian cookery. Enquire now for the list of study units, specialisation electives (and their availability) as well as training providers near you who offer this qualification..

Get started in retail with this entry-level Certificate II in Retail Services (SIR20216). This course delivers a range of job skills essential for working in a service environment including communication, personal presentation, time management, as well as identifying and responding to security risks. You’ll graduate able to confidently engage with customers and help them choose different products and services. Enquire now for funding opportunities and how to enrol..

If you love people, the SIT30122 Certificate III in Tourism opens up a wide range of jobs at theme parks, museums, wineries, cultural heritage sites, visitor information centres, tourist offices, and tourist attractions. With this nationally recognised qualification you’ll gain foundational knowledge of the tourist industry in Australia as well as skills in customer service and communication. Choose specialist electives to support job roles in tourism operations, tourism delivery, marine tourism, holiday parks and resorts, client and customer service, IT and administration. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, specialist electives (and their availability) and upcoming enrolment dates..

Get the skills you need to manage your department (or even the whole venue) with the SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management. This nationally recognised qualification will give you a more sophisticated knowledge of the hospitality industry in Australia and develop your skills in leadership, communication, and business administration. The course covers: customer service management, budgeting and financial management, rostering, risk management and compliance. Choose additional electives to support your carer in commercial cookery, food and beverage, gaming, Asian cooking, accommodation services, or back of house. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, hospitality management career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment opportunities in your area..

If you’re considering a career as a professional chef or want to work as a cook or kitchen hand right now, you can’t go wrong with the SIT20421 Certificate II in Cookery. This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the the commercial kitchen workplace and teaches you how to prepare dishes to commercial standard. The course covers: using food prep equipment, hygiene for food handlers, perishable stock control, communicating with kitchen staff, kitchen safety. Choose electives that support your career growth: cooking and catering, Asian cookery, patisserie, customer service. Enquire now for the full list of study units, food industry career outcomes, and upcoming course openings in your area..

Get a job as a kitchen-hand or housekeeping attendant with the SIT10222 Certificate I in Hospitality. This hands-on training course is recognised by employers right across Australia and delivers the essential skills you need to work safely and efficiently in the Australian hospitality industry. Competencies include: working in a team, providing information and assistance to customers, staying safe at work, using hygiene and infection controls. Choose electives that support a job role in either cleaning or commercial cooking. Enquire now for the full list of study units, graduation outcomes, and training providers in your area that offer this qualification..

Get started in logistics and supply chain operations with the TLI30321Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations. This nationally recognised qualification allows you to specialise in logistics or warehousing. Competencies include: shifting materials using correct manual handling methods, ensuring transport chain of responsibility, stock control, loading and unloading goods, securing cargo, maintaining records, and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..

The BSB20120 Certificate II in Workplace Skills delivers the skills and confidence you need to get your first job, or re-enter the workforce after an extended break. Over 6-12 months of training you will gain communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to use a range of business software and technologies. The course also covers: customer service, teamwork, and problem solving. Enquire now for entry requirements, graduation outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..

Get a job in the tourism industry with the SIT20122 Certificate II in Tourism. This nationally recognised qualification opens the door to a range of employment opportunities in events and functions, museums, tourist offices, theme parks, resorts and holiday parks. The course covers: workplace safety and communication, interacting with customers, providing tourist and travel information to customers, and retail skills. Choose electives that support specific job outcomes: ride operator, retail sales, event reception, museum attendant, and more. Enquire now for the full list of speciality electives (and their availability) and enrolment openings near you..

If you’re ready to manage your own team of floor staff (or have your heart set on being the head of your retail department), the Certificate IV in Retail Management delivers the skills you need to manage that frontline team while achieving awesome sales results. Students also learn how to create a customer centric culture, implement customer service strategies, and maintain store security. There are specific entry criteria for this qualification — click for full enrolment details and funding possibilities..