Short Course
Whether you want to increase your knowledge or keep your skill set up to date, a short course can be just what you need to boost your career. Short courses allow you to increase your value in the workplace without committing to long term study. Some short courses can be completed over a few days while others only require a few hours of your time.
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Short Course Courses
There are 89 Short Course courses available.
HLTAID011
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First Aider
A Provide First Aid course can give you the skills and knowledge to assist a casualty in an emergency situation. Whether this training is required as part of your job role or you just want to be more prepared to help in an emergency, this course will prepare you for a range of incidents and situations. It is also the required training for designated first aiders in a workplace. This course includes the Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation unit.
The Provide First Aid Course covers a range of subjects you may encounter as a first aider. You’ll learn basic first aid procedures for asthma, epilepsy, bleeding, burns and fractures and develop the skills to manage bites and poisons. The course covers CPR techniques for adults and infants and you’ll also learn how to use an automated external defibrillator. Enquire now for entry requirements and course dates. Learn more.
HLTHPS006
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Health Care Worker
HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication is a nationally recognised training course that will teach you the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and provide medication assistance, and complete medication documentation. It also involves supporting a client to self-administer medication. Learn more.
22510VIC
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Student Support Officer
Student Counsellor
Youth Worker
Family Support Worker
Child Safety Officer
Support Worker
Youth Counsellor
Outreach Worker
Youth Justice Officer
Welfare Worker
Family Counsellor
Youth Case Worker
Youth Support Worker
Do you work in community service, justice, or education and need the skills and knowledge to recognise and respond to domestic violence? Try the 22510VIC - Course in Identifying and Responding to Family Violence Risk. This nationally recognised short course delivers a mix of observation, communication and interpersonal skills. During your studies you will learn to recognise children and families at risk of violence then use problem solving and initiative to make referrals to relevant authorities. You’ll also gain the listening and observation skills to avoid stereotyping and colluding with perpetrators. Enquire now for the full list of learning outcomes and active course dates. Learn more.
CPP41419
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Real Estate Agent
Property Manager
Tenancy Officer
The Sales Representative Registration (SA) course will qualify you to work for a land agent in South Australia. This certificate is perfect for people entering the real estate industry. With the property market in South Australia booming, there’s never been a better time to get involved. Enquire now for the full list of units and upcoming opportunities for enrolment. Learn more.
CHCSS00093
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Mental Health Support Worker
Volunteer Coordinator
Support Worker
Youth Case Worker
Youth Support Worker
Explore the complexities of substance abuse and addiction through our comprehensive Alcohol and Other Drugs Skill Set. Gain a deep understanding of assessment, intervention strategies, and support techniques to effectively address issues related to alcohol and other drug misuse in diverse populations. Learn more.
CPP41419
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Tenancy Officer
Property Manager
Real Estate Agent
The Unrestricted Real Estate Registration (WA) course qualifies you to work in any role within a real estate agency. This includes sales, property management, body corporate management, and as a stock and station agent and a buyer’s agent. After successfully completing this course, you can work in Western Australia as both a licensed real estate agent and a property manager. Enquire now for the full list of units and upcoming opportunities for enrolment. Learn more.
CPP41419
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Real Estate Agent
Property Manager
Tenancy Officer
The Real Estate Agent Licence (QLD) provides you with the relevant qualifications needed to work as an independent contractor, real estate agent, property manager or even director of your own real estate agency. With the state of Queensland seeing its largest increase in residents in almost two decades, there’s never been a better time to get into the ever-growing property market. Enquire now for the full list of units and upcoming opportunities for enrolment. Learn more.
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Sales Consultant
Buyer’s Agent
The Restricted Sales Registration (WA) course qualifies you to work in real estate sales in Western Australia. While you can’t open your own agency or work in property management, you can be employed in a number of sales-based roles such as residential, commercial and rural sales, business broking and as a buyer’s agent. Enquire now for the full list of units and upcoming opportunities for enrolment. Learn more.
BSBSS00105
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Recruitment Consultant
Human Resources Assistant
Do you want to pursue a career in human resources? Are you already working in the field and want to use your existing skills and knowledge to obtain a recognised skill set? The BSBSS00105 Human Resources Foundations Skill Set will ensure your skills and knowledge are up to current industry standards across areas such as recruitment and onboarding, employee and industrial relations, human resource functions, and staff performance development. Enquire now for the list of study units and upcoming enrolment opportunities. Learn more.
CHCSS00103
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Mental Health Support Worker
Community Support Worker
Support Worker
Peer Support Worker
Youth Support Worker
Embrace the power of lived experience in the realm of mental health through the Mental Health Peer Work Skill Set. Gain the skills and insights needed to provide empathetic, person-centred support as a peer worker, fostering authentic connections and contributing to the recovery journey of individuals navigating mental health challenges. Learn more.
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Property Manager
The Restricted Property Management Registration course is the entry level qualification to work in property management in Western Australia. With this qualification, you’ll be able to work in a number of residential and commercial property management roles in the real estate industry. Enquire now for the full list of units and upcoming opportunities for enrolment. Learn more.
SITSS00077
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Waiter
Concierge
Cafe Attendant
Bar Attendant
Hotel Receptionist
Gaming Attendant
Tour Coordinator
Catering Assistant
Barista
Tour Advisor
Tourism Officer
Reservations Agent
Need to level-up your customer services skills but don’t have time for a full qualification? How about taking the SITSS00077 Customer Service Management skillset? It’s a micro-set of three customer service training units and an official part of the government regulated Tourism, Travel and Hospitality Training Package. Competencies include: developing customer relationships, dealing with customer complaints, responding to difficult situations with customers, resolving conflict, developing customer service policies and procedures, managing service delivery. Enquire now for entry requirements, graduation competencies, and upcoming course enrolment opportunities in your region. Learn more.
HLTAID009
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First Aider
A Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course will give you the practical skills to help a casualty experiencing cardiac arrest. You might need this training for your employment, particularly if you are a designated first aider at your workplace. The course is also suitable for anyone wanting to have the skills to assist in an emergency situation.
The Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course prepares you for a range of emergency situations. You’ll learn to provide basic resuscitation, including the use of compressions and rescue breaths. The course explores CPR techniques for adults, children and infants and you’ll also develop the skills to use an automated external defibrillator (AED). Enquire now for entry requirements and course dates. Learn more.
SITSS00069
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Catering Assistant
Cafe Attendant
Bar Attendant
Waiter
Kitchen Attendant
Food Safety Supervisor
Do you work in hospitality food and beverage and need the skills to maintain the organisation’s food safety program? The SITSS00069 Food Safety Supervision Skill Set is a nationally recognised mini-course that will teach you how to keep food safe for human consumption during preparation, storage, display, and service. You’ll also learn safe food handling practices that comply with the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code. The course also covers: food disposal, single use items, temperature controlled food, critical control points, non-conforming practices, and more. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, food safety supervisor career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment opportunities near you. Learn more.
22540VIC
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Mental Health Support Worker
Support Worker
Youth Support Worker
Develop specialized skills to provide expert care for individuals with intricate personal care requirements, including challenging behaviours. This course equips you with advanced techniques in person-centred support, enabling you to confidently address complex care needs and effectively manage behaviours of concern, fostering a safe and supportive environment for those in your care. Learn more.
HLTAID012
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First Aider
The HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting is a nationally recognised short course for teachers and child care workers who need skills in CPR and first aid. This course follows the guidelines of the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC). The course covers: recognising and assessing emergency situations including asthma and anaphylactic reactions, ensuring the safety patients and bystanders (as well as yourself), performing CPR and essential first aid, liaising with emergency services, reporting incident details to parents and caregivers, completing written incident reports. Enquire now for upcoming enrolment dates and workplace first aid outcomes. Learn more.
HLTAID006
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First Aider
Health Care Worker
Learn how to provide advanced first aid and CPR — then manage the incident until the arrival of emergency services — with an Advanced First Aid (HLTAID006) Certificate. This is a nationally recognised training course that qualifies you as a First Aider in workplaces and community service organisations. The course covers: hazard identification, casualty assessment, operating first aid equipment, first aid and CPR principles, incident management and documentation.
Enquire now for upcoming training dates and locations. Learn more.
CHCSS00088
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Community Support Worker
Disability Support Worker
Support Worker
CHCSS00088 - Induction provides participants with a comprehensive introduction to the community services and health sector. This course covers essential industry knowledge, standards, and practices, equipping learners with a solid foundation for a successful and ethical career in this dynamic field. Learn more.
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Property Manager
The Resident Letting Agent Licence QLD course provides the qualification you need to work as a resident letting agent in Queensland. With this qualification, you apply as an individual to the Queensland Office of Fair Trading for a Resident Letting Agent Licence. Once you have your licence, you can conduct property inspections, market, and rent units and manage a trust fund. You’ll also manage relationships with landlords, tenants, and body corporates. Enquire now for the full list of units and upcoming opportunities for enrolment. Learn more.
HLTAID003
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First Aider
Get your First Aid Certificate (Provide First Aid HLTAID003) at an advanced training studio with simulated emergency responses and an experienced instructor. This nationally recognised training course will teach you how to recognise an emergency situation, manage immediate hazards to health and safety, carry out CPR, and apply first aid to suit a range of illnesses (e.g. stroke, heart attack, allergic reactions) and injuries (e.g. fractures, snakebite, burns, electrocution, cuts and amputations). Graduate with the skills and confidence to provide first aid in the workplace or community.Enquire now for the list of training dates and locations. Learn more.
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Property Manager
Sales Consultant
Obtaining a salesperson registration certificate real estate QLD is required for work as a real estate salesperson or property managers in Queensland.
Upon completion of our Real Estate Salesperson Registration course, you’ll be able to apply to the Queensland Office of Fair Trading for a Certificate of Registration QLD Real Estate. Once registered, you can work in real estate sales, marketing, administration, and property management under the supervision of a licensed real estate agent. Learn more.
22529VIC
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Allied Health Assistant
Therapy Aide
Embark on a transformative journey to become a skilled allied health assistant adept at supporting individuals with disabilities. This course equips you with practical techniques and essential knowledge to provide person-centered care, assisting in therapeutic tasks and enhancing the quality of life for those with diverse needs Learn more.
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Research Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer
Chief Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Automation Engineer
Renewable Energy Engineer
Plant Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Civil Engineer
Planning Engineer
Project Manager
Graduates of the Doctor of Engineering (DEng) will be able to make original and significant contributions to the development, application, and evaluation of professional knowledge by engaging with practical problems of demonstrated importance to their employment context and the wider body of engineering and technical knowledge. Learn more.
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Real Estate Assistant
This real estate course is a partial completion of CPP40307 Certificate IV in Property Services (Real Estate). Once you successfully complete this course, you will be able to work as a fully licensed real estate agent throughout the ACT.
Once you have received your statement of attainment, you can apply to Access Canberra for your Real Estate Licence. Learn more.
HLTAID014
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First Aider
Get your advanced first aid certificate with the HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid. This nationally recognised short course will teach you how to respond to emergency situations and co-ordinate first aid activities until medical assistance arrives. Competencies include: managing first aid incidents, ensuring safety of all stakeholders, performing single-rescuer and two-rescuer CPR, deploying first aid resources, using first aid and ancillary equipment, communicating with emergency responders, documenting and reviewing incidents. Enquire now for entry requirements, certification details, and enrolment dates near you. Learn more.
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Real Estate Auctioneer
The Real Estate Auctioneer Licence course is the qualification that’s required to work as a property auctioneer in Queensland. With this qualification, you can apply to the Queensland Office of Fair Trading for a Real Estate Auctioneer Licence. Once registered, you can conduct marketing campaigns and auctions, and complete post-auction processes. Enquire now for the full list of units and upcoming opportunities for enrolment. Learn more.
22532VIC
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Youth Support Worker
Support Worker
Mental Health Support Worker
Delve into the complexities of psychosocial disabilities and acquire the expertise to provide compassionate and effective support. This course offers comprehensive training in person-centred approaches, enabling you to assist individuals in managing their mental health challenges and fostering their journey towards recovery and empowerment. Learn more.
CHCSS00102
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Youth Support Worker
Support Worker
Mental Health Support Worker
Navigate the intersection of mental health and co-existing needs with our specialized skill set. Acquire a comprehensive toolkit of strategies and interventions to effectively support individuals facing the complex challenges of co-existing mental health and substance use disorders, empowering them on their path to holistic recovery. Learn more.
RIIWHS205E
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Traffic Controller
Get your Traffic Control Licence with the nationally recognised short course RIIWHS205E - Control Traffic with Stop-Slow Bat. This training is an approved traffic controller training course in some Australian states and will teach you how to control vehicle and pedestrian traffic using stop-slow bats, hand signals, and approved communication devices. Competencies include: wearing correct PPE and high-vis clothing, following work instructions and site procedures, using communication devices and electronic equipment, reporting traffic offenders, responding to accidents and emergency situations. Enquire now for upcoming enrolment dates and information about traffic controller accreditation. Learn more.
CPPSEC3121
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Security Guard
Security Officer
Crowd Controller
Bodyguard
The nationally recognised short course CPPSEC3121 Control Persons Using Empty Hand Techniques is for licensed bodyguards and crowd controllers who need the skills to restrain and isolate subjects without using weapons. This course is a mix of hands-on practical techniques, interpersonal and negotiation skills, and in some states and territories must be completed every 3 years. During your studies you will learn how to identify threats, negotiate with subjects to defuse conflict, use recognised empty hand techniques with minimum force, isolate subjects at a safe distance, monitor wellbeing and safety. Graduate with the confidence to handle difficult situations according to the law. Enquire now for upcoming enrolment dates and the full list of security licence competencies. Learn more.
CPPSEC3101
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Crowd Controller
Security Officer
Security Guard
The CPPSEC3101 Manage Conflict and Security Risks Using Negotiation is a nationally recognised short course for security guards and crowd controllers. To keep your security licence current, in some Australian states you must complete this course every 3 years. Competencies include: assessing conflict situations and determining a suitable response, using PPE and communication equipment, using interpersonal skills to gather information and communicate, using negotiation techniques to resolve conflict, recognising the effects of stress on your own wellbeing, evaluating your response to conflict, and more. Enquire now for entry requirements, security licensing outcomes, and upcoming courses in your local area. Learn more.
11029NAT
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Security Guard
Security Officer
Police Officer
Bodyguard
Do you live in Queensland and need a gun licence? The 11029NAT Course in Firearms and Weapons Safety (Approved for Firearms Licensing in Queensland) is recognised by the QLD Police and can licence you to use a wide range of guns, paintball weapons, crossbows, and hunting knives. Just choose the elective units that apply to your preferred weapon-type. The course covers: Queensland weapons legislation, weapon and community safety, live firing practice, safe handling and storage, weapon transportation, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, weapons licensing outcomes, and training providers in your area that offer this course.
PLEASE NOTE: check with your course provider before enrolling to ensure you have selected the units that apply to your licence type. Learn more.
SITHFAB021
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Bar Manager
Bar Attendant
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Get your RSA certificate online or face-to-face with a Registered Training Provider (RTO) today by enrolling in the SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol. This hands-on short course is mandatory for hospitality employees who work on licensed premises in Australia. The course covers: impacts of alcohol consumption on the human body, alcohol and the community, serving standard drink sizes, identifying intoxicated customers, refusing service, underage patrons, harm minimisation, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of training providers in your area that deliver the mandatory RSA course.
PLEASE NOTE: the RSA course is different in some Australian states and territories. Contact your training provider before enrolling to ensure you have selected the correct course for your location. Learn more.
TAESS00014
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Trainer and Assessor
Do you need the skills to train people in the workplace? Try the TAESS00014 - Enterprise Trainer-Presenting Skill Set. This nationally recognised training course will teach you how to deliver classroom-based training to individuals or small workgroups. The course covers: gathering information about learner characteristics, reviewing learning materials before sessions, following a learning program, covering learning objectives, using delivery techniques to enhance learning, reviewing learner performance, maintaining training records, and much more. Enquire now for entry requirements, trainer competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates.
PLEASE NOTE: this skillset can provide credit toward the TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
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BSBSS00095
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Kitchen Attendant
Waiter
Catering Assistant
Bar Attendant
Cafe Attendant
Receptionist
Office Assistant
Administration Officer
The BSBSS00095 Cross-Sector Infection Control Skill Set is a nationally recognised short course for business, sales, and admin workers who need the skills to minimise the risk of infection in the workplace. The course will teach you how to identify infection related hazards in your work area, then take steps to minimise and control the risk. Competencies include: cleaning and sanitising work areas, personal hygiene, using masks and PPE, hand-washing and social distancing, COVID-19 controls. You’ll also learn to respond to non-compliance incidents and submit the correct reports. Enquire now for the full list of WHS competencies and the next available training dates. Learn more.
10725NAT
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The 10725NAT Course in Preliminary Spoken and Written English is for migrants and people with limited English who need the skills to confidently interact across a range of social situations and Australian work settings. You’ll learn how to read and write basic English and by the end of the course will be more confident when shopping, writing your personal details, sending and receiving text messages, reading signs, and having short conversations. The course also covers counting, time and shapes. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, course outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.
22516VIC
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Pest Controller
Pest Control Technician
Pest Control Officer
Do you need a 1080 bait permit? The 22516VIC Course in Minimising Risks in the Use of 1080 & PAPP Bait Products for Vertebrate Pest Control is for pest controllers and landowners who need to buy and use 1080 bait products. The course covers: understanding restricted pesticides, how and where to use 1080 baits and concentrate products, correct labelling, recovery and disposal of baits and carcasses, notifications and signage, permit limits. Enquire now for a list of course providers in your area, licensing outcomes, and the latest course openings.
PLEASE NOTE: check with your course provider before enrolment to ensure the course meets the requirements of Agriculture Victoria or the licensing body in your state or territory. Learn more.
22469VIC
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Community Care Worker
Personal Carer
Disability Support Worker
Disability Service Officer
Trainee Support Worker
If you work in personal care or disability support the 22469VIC Course in Introduction to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will help you understand the structure and delivery mechanisms of the NDIS. You’ll learn how to support an NDIS participant, completing documents and helping them access mainstream and community-based support services in their local area. The course also covers: working collaboratively, personal safety, approaching abuse and neglect, helping NDIS participants set and achieve their gaols, listening and communication. Enquire now for a list of course providers in your area and upcoming training dates. Learn more.
TAESS00011
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Trainer and Assessor
The TAESS00011 Assessor Skill Set is a group of nationally recognised short courses that delivers specialist skills in VET course assessment. Not only will you learn how to assess student competence in accordance with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), you’ll also learn how to develop compliant assessment tools and activities. The course covers: understanding rules of evidence, gathering evidence of student competency, evaluating RPL, recording assessment outcomes, participating in assessment validation, completing compliance documents, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of VET assessor competencies and enrolment centres near you. Learn more.
AHCSS00074
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Horticulturalist
Farmer
Do you work with agricultural chemicals and need the skills to handle, transport, and store them safely? How about the AHCSS00074 Agricultural Chemical Skill Set? It’s a group of nationally recognised short courses that cover the essential aspects of agricultural chemical usage and safety. Competencies include: identifying pests and weeds then determining chemical requirements, identifying different chemicals and assessing their hazards, preparing chemical mixes in accordance with label instructions, safely applying chemicals using a range of application equipment, transporting and storing chemicals according to their Safety Data Sheets SDSs. Enquire now for the list of agricultural career competencies and upcoming enrolment dates.
PLEASE NOTE: this skillset is completed as a standalone course and articulates to a full qualification in either horticulture or agriculture. Learn more.
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