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Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion

National ID: MST40222 | State ID: BIY4

Your fashion and textiles journey starts here, right in the heart of the city

Are you passionate about fashion and textiles and eager to explore your creative side? Our fashion department at the Perth campus, in the heart of the city, is the perfect place for you to kickstart your fashion dreams.

This course will nurture your creative talents and teach you the essential skills for a thriving career in the fashion industry. No prior experience is needed – just bring your enthusiasm and curiosity!

Whether you're sewing, creating patterns, experimenting with textile and digital designs, or sketching your fashion ideas, you'll be in an environment that encourages your creativity to flourish. Our Fashion design studio feels just like a real workplace and you'll not only learn the technical aspects of fashion and textiles, but also explore your unique ideas, think outside the box, and do extensive research to fuel your creativity.

The Certificate IV is a requirement of those interested in continuing to the Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising. This first year will equip you with an impressive set of skills that will open doors to further studies or even real-world work opportunities. Imagine turning your passion into a fulfilling career or continuing your fashion journey with confidence.

This amazing 12 month course is offered only in the first semester of each year.

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

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Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques

National ID: MSL40122 | State ID: BIX6

Build on your Certificate III in Laboratory Skills with units in quality control, performance of instrumental and non-instrumental tests, standardisation and use of solutions.  Gain on the job skills that will stay with you for your entire career.

Gain these skills

  • process and interpret data
  • maintain and calibrate instruments and equipment
  • apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
  • maintain laboratory or field workplace safety
  • receive and prepare samples for testing
  • prepare practical science classes and demonstrations
  • use laboratory application software
  • prepare working solutions
  • perform aseptic techniques
  • perform microscopic examination
  • perform microbiological tests

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Medical Laboratory Technician | Technician | Instrument Operator

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Laboratory Technology

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

Certificate IV in Patisserie

National ID: SIT40721 | State ID: BHT2

Fine tune your skills in the kitchen and create sweet masterpieces

This course builds on the skills gained in the Certificate III in Patisserie or Commercial Cookery qualifications and equips you with the skills needed to be a qualified cook specialising in patisserie. On successful completion you'll be ready to work a patissier or pastry chef in a variety of hospitality environments and take on a leading or supervisory role in the kitchen.

Gain these skills

  • work effectively in a commercial kitchen
  • plan, prepare and bake cakes, tarts, petit fours, pastries, chocolates, sugar decorations and showpieces
  • financial management
  • cleaning
  • first aid
  • food safety programs
  • hygiene
  • managing workplace conflict 
  • workplace health and safety

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Chef | Chef de Partie | Baker | Pastrycook

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Hospitality Management

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

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Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

National ID: SIT40521 | State ID: BHS7

Turn your passion for food into your future profession, tap into your true potential and become a leader in the kitchen.
This course will build and advance your culinary skills, making you job ready for roles such as Supervisor/Team Leader Chef or Cook. You'll also establish a comprehensive understanding of commercial kitchen operations, learning people management skills, finance processes and food safety programs. 

Be guided by our team of expert lecturers who are experienced industry professionals, as you learn to lead a team and run a fast-paced kitchen. You'll further develop your cookery skillset, gaining knowledge of how to plan a menu whilst progressing your food preparation technique, cooking a wide-range of creations and working on perfecting presentation of dishes. 

The hospitality, tourism and events industries are the world's largest employers and this nationally recognised qualification will enhance your employability opportunities making you workforce ready for roles in restaurants, hotels, cafes, nightclubs and in pubs. 

Take the next step in your cookery career, advance to a supervisory level in the kitchen and acquire a skillset that could take you around the globe. 

Gain these skills

  • lead a team in a commercial kitchen 
  • plan, prepare and cook food
  • produce dishes suitable for cultural and dietary requirements
  • learn about cleaning
  • first aid
  • food safety programs
  • manage workplace conflict
  • hygiene
  • workplace health and safety

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Chef | Chef de Partie

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Hospitality Management

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

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Certificate IV in Hospitality

National ID: SIT40422 | State ID: BHW3

Do you want to work in a supervisory role in the exciting world of restaurants, bars and hotels? Whether you have a dream to be employed on local shores in Australia's buzzing hospitality industry, or have your sights set on a career adventure overseas, this course is your first step to starting your journey as a team leader.  

Your employment options will be diverse; you might picture yourself overseeing operations at a seafood restaurant here in WA, managing a coffee shop on the coastline of Italy, or being a concierge at a hotel and welcoming guests from around the world.

Be guided from our expert team of lecturers who are hospitality industry specialists, as you learn supervisory  skills to start developing your individual leadership style. Be trained in financial management, monitoring the work of the team, managing workplace conflict and coming up with innovative solutions to problems. 
You'll also build strong fundamental skills in hospitality service which will be a basis for overseeing the operations of your area, along with knowledge on how to build rapport with customers and enhance their experience. 

The hospitality, tourism and events industries are the world's largest employers and this course will give you a supervisory qualification to work in settings such as restaurants, hotels, cafes, nightclubs, pubs and in gaming. You'll be job ready for roles such as Bar Supervisor, Food and Beverage Manager, Duty Manager and Concierge.
Advance your career options and become a skilled operator in a supervisory role in hospitality.

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Food and beverage manager​ | ​​Bar supervisor​ ​​| Concierge​ ​​

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Hospitality Management

Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

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Certificate IV in Fitness

National ID: SIS40221 | State ID: BHE3

Focus on fitness, indoors, outdoors or even online

If you have a passion for health and fitness and want to help others achieve a healthier lifestyle, Personal Training is the career for you.
The Certificate IV in Fitness provides you with the skills and knowledge to begin your career as a Personal Trainer. Learn how to develop safe and effective programs for a range of clients, including older adults, disabilities, teens, sports performance and general populations. You could find yourself working for independent gyms, council run recreation centres, sporting clubs, private companies, or as a self employed sole trader delivering customised one-on-one or group training.
Gain these skills

  • Instruct and deliver personal training to a range of clients, including adolescents, seniors, athletes, and those with more complex exercise needs
  • Plan and deliver training to change client’s body composition (muscle gain and fat loss)
  • Planning and marketing your fitness business
  • Simple diet analysis, and providing healthy eating advice to clients
  • Deliver safe, effective online personal training
  • Work closely with medical and allied health professionals, and take control of your own professional development to further your skills
  • Understand workplace safety and health practices

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Fitness Instructor | Personal Trainer | Group personal trainer | Fitness centre manager

Further Study Option(s)

The majority of Personal Trainers registering with Ausactive complete ongoing education and professional development as required component of their ongoing professional registration.

In addition, the qualification also provides a pathway for individuals wishing to acquire higher level qualifications, enrolling in the Diploma of Fitness or transitioning to university, to study Sport Science or Physical Education.

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

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Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy

National ID: SHB40121 | State ID: BHK1

Does your talent lie in bringing radiance, relaxation and joy to others through the art of a beauty treatment? If you have a career dream to become a beauty therapist, this course will give you job ready skills to work at a day spa, a beauty salon, a resort or even on a cruise ship or in your own home salon.

Be guided by our professional and passionate team of lecturers who are experienced industry specialists. You’ll learn how to provide a range of beauty treatments, including facials and specialised facials for glowing skin, as well as body massage and aromatherapy massage for ultimate relaxation. Develop your manicure and pedicure skills, gain skills in popular services such as waxing, lash and brow tinting and lifting, spray tans, eyelash extensions and professional make-up application.

Grow an understanding of retail operations for the beauty industry and establish a customer service skillset, learning how to create a positive client experience and leave a lasting impression. Your skills will allow you to perform treatments independently and you’ll be trained in coordinating or managing the services within a beauty salon or a department within a larger store.

Gain these skills

  • Facial massage
  • Lash and brow treatments
  • Nail art
  • Advanced make-up
  • Waxing
  • Body massage and treatments
  • Retail product sales and advice

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Beauty therapist | Waxing specialist | Skin care specialist | Nail technician | Beauty industry sales rep

Special occasions hair and makeup artist (HMUA)

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Beauty Therapy

Diploma of Screen and Media (Specialist Make-Up Services)

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

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Certificate IV in Cyber Security

National ID: 22603VIC | State ID: BGT15

Cyber attacks on Australian networks are an ever-increasing threat to individuals, businesses and national security and there is currently a skills shortage in this very specialised sector of the IT industry. Gain insights into mitigation techniques that are key to tackling potential cyber attacks faced by modern industry. Delve into the world of cyber security and become a trusted professional in a fast-growing industry. In a world where cyber attacks are constantly on the rise, there has never been a better time to gain in-demand skills that can set you up for a lucrative career in cyber security.

Gain these skills

  • Monitor the risk of cyber security attack
  • Implement appropriate software
  • Use a range of tools and procedures to mitigate cyber security threats
  • Protect an organisation from insider security breaches
  • Develop systems to minimise network vulnerabilities and risks

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Information Systems Security Officer | Cyber Security Intrusion Tester | Network Security Support Officer

Further Study Options

Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking)

Advanced Diploma of Cyber Security

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

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Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping

National ID: FNS40222 | State ID: BHU1

Are you ready to forge your future in finance and build a credible career in accounting?

Effective accounting and bookkeeping is at the heart of any business, providing a clear picture of an organisation's financial position, performance and cash flow which assists to identify important opportunities for growth.

This nationally recognised course will make you job ready for positions such as Assistant Accountant, Payroll Officer, BAS (Business Activity Statement) Agent, Accounts Receivable Officer, Accounts Payable Officer or Bookkeeper, which are key roles in every sector.

Be guided by our team of expert lecturers who are industry professionals, as you learn the foundations of accounting and bookkeeping including preparing financial reports, establishing payroll systems, setting up computerised accounts and maintaining balance sheets. You'll grow knowledge of lodging business and instalment activity statements, and how to provide advice or deal with the Commissioner of Taxation on behalf of a taxpayer in relation to activity statements. You'll also develop skills in using computerised accounting software including MYOB and XERO.

This course meets the Tax Practitioners Board education requirements for registration as a BAS agent.

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Job opportunities include Accounts Clerk.

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Accounting

Advanced Diploma of Accounting

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

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Certificate IV in Dental Assisting

National ID: HLT45021 | State ID: BGW8

Are you ready to advance your dental assisting career?

The Certificate IV in Dental Assisting is ideal for qualified dental assistants who are looking to upskill, diversify, and be able to further assist the dentist within the dental practice.

On successful completion of this course you'll gain specialist skills and knowledge to construct dental models, fabricate Thermoformed appliances and take clinical photographs. You'll also learn additional sterilisation techniques and gain increased insight into practice administrative processes.

From semester 2, 2023, North Metropolitan TAFE's Dental courses are delivered in our newly fitted out Dental department at our conveniently located Leederville campus.

Students will need to provide evidence of current employment, as there is a requirement for evidence of 250 workplace hours to be collected.

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Dental Assistant

Other job titles may include:

Dental Assistant in Orthodontics | Dental Receptionist | Dental Practice Manager | Dental Sales Representative

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Dental Technology

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

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