Certificate IV

This qualification reflects the role of those who work in a range of screen and media industries, including animation and visual effects, specialist make-up services, film and television, radio and podcasting, lighting and sound, content creation and technical broadcasting environments.
They use a broad range of specialised skills and a developed knowledge base in a wide variety of contexts in the screen, media, broadcasting and entertainment industries to solve a range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide some leadership and guidance to others with limited responsibility for the output of others and so at this level would be expected to have technical skills to complete routine and non-routine tasks and functions, and communication skills to guide activities and provide technical advice.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working as developing and emerging leaders and managers in a range of enterprise and industry contexts.

As well as assuming responsibility for their own performance, individuals at this level are likely to provide leadership, guidance and support to others. They may also have some responsibility for organising and monitoring the output of teams.

They apply solutions to a defined range of predictable and unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources.

Do you have a passion for working with children and supporting their individual needs?

Want a career that fits in with your family life? Training to be an Education Assistant is the course for you.

The Certificate IV in Education Support will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to assist the teaching staff in schools and provide care, instruction and supervision in kindergarten, pre-primary, primary and secondary school.

Gain these skills:

• implement planned education programs
• assist students in their learning and development
• contribute to the safety and health of students
• support students with additional needs and disabilities
• learn how to work with children and young people at risk of harm
• work effectively with culturally diverse students, families and co-workers

Progress to the next level in maritime operations and navigate your career towards your dream job at sea.

This course will qualify you to work as a:

• Master on commercial vessels up to 45 metres long within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
• Master on vessels up to 80 metres long in inshore waters.
• Chief mate or deck watchkeeper on vessels up to 80 metres long within the EEZ.

Gain these skills:

• manage loading, discharging and stowing of cargo
• manage vessel stability
• slip or dock a vessel and maintain hull on a vessel up to 80 metres
• plan and supervise routine maintenance on a vessel up to 80 metres
• manage a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services
• monitor and manage vessel operations
• operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 80 metres
• apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
• follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel
• meet work health and safety requirements
• manage and maintain a navigational watch on board vessels up to 80 metres
• manoeuvre a vessel up to 80 metres

This qualification is aligned to the educational requirement for Certification as Marine Engine Driver (Motor) Grade 1 as described in Part D of the National Standards for Commercial Vessels (NSCV). The Marine Engine Driver (Motor) Grade 1 Certificate of Competency (CoC) is issued by the appropriate maritime regulatory authority in each state and territory.

A Marine Engine Driver (Motor) Grade 1 Certificate allows a holder to take charge of the machinery on vessels less than:

• 525kw (35QN) propulsion power engaged in operations in any area; or750kw (50QN) propulsion power engaged in operations up to Australian Coastal - Middle Water Limits (600nm), or
• 1500kw propulsion power engaged in operations up to Inshore limits (15nm).

This certificate also allows the holder to be second-in-charge of machinery on vessels less than:

• 525kw (35QN) propulsion power engaged in Australian Coastal - Middle Water Limits (600nm)
• 750kw (50QN) propulsion power engaged in operations up to Australian Coastal - Middle Water Limits (600nm)
• 1500kw propulsion power engaged in operations up to Offshore Limits (600nm); or
• 1500kw propulsion power

Evidence of sea time/service on board a vessel will be required to obtain a Marine Engine Driver (Motor) Grade 1 Certificate of Competency from AMSA. For information on all CoC requirements, please see: http://nationalsystem.amsa.gov.au/factsheets.php

Gain these skills

• undertake basic maintenance of electrical systems
• manage refuelling
• undertake maintenance of 240 to 440 voltage alternating current electrical systems
• undertake maintenance of machinery, machinery systems and structural components
• complete engine room tasks
• maintain hull out of water
• operate and maintain extra low and low voltage electrical systems and equipment
• operate marine internal combustion engines, and propulsion and auxiliary systems
• operate and monitor marine internal combustion engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary systems
• operate 240 to 440 voltage alternating current electrical systems
• apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment

A career by design

This course will expose you to drafting residential buildings within the building and construction industry. You'll develop the knowledge and skills you'll need to draft residential buildings, both single and double storey. Drafters produce drawings and documentation and use CAD software to draft and document residential Class 1 and 10 building designs. 

Our residential drafting qualification provides you with skills that are relevant to current industry trends and practices.

Once you have completed this Certificate IV course you will be able to apply your skills to diverse residential building design projects. You may also choose to progress to the Diploma of Buidling Design.

Gain these skills

• Create working drawings for residential projects
• Analyse design drawings for residential projects
• Understand construction technology and materials
• Use 3D software (ArchiCAD)
• Learn principles of passive solar design, environmental design
• Rules and regulations for council approval
• Understand National Construction Code (NCC)

Land a lead role in conservation

Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to lead and coordinate conservation and land management activities. You will learn about the various areas of the industry such as land management, natural resource management, mine site rehabilitation, forestry and national parks.

This qualification allows individuals to develop post-trade skills and a broad knowledge of the industry prior to undertaking higher level roles in the conservation and land management.

Gain these skills:

• conduct site inspections for ecological restoration works and plan the implementation of revegetation
• produce land management maps
• recommend plants and cultural practices
• identify pests and develop pest management plans for the natural area
• safely prepare, apply, transport and store chemicals,
• treat weeds, plant pests and disorders

Explore the vibrant world of digital media 

Looking to advance your skills further and build up a digital media portfolio that will allow you to stand-out to prospective employers? When you complete the Certificate IV in Screen and Media you will develop in-demand skills to comfortably wield a wide range of digital technologies. This nationally recognised qualification will help you further build your portfolio so you can stand-out to prospective employers.

Gain these skills

• digital technologies
• 3D animation
• modelling
• video
• multimedia
• web design 
• interactive media and games
• visual effects

Are you ready to shape the future of marketing and communication and ignite your career? 

You can build and develop the fundamental skills of marketing and communication to kick-start or advance your career. 
Delivered by industry experts, this qualification is designed for individuals passionate about acquiring practical skills to apply marketing and communication in diverse business contexts.

From market research and campaign planning to digital and social media marketing, consumer behaviour analysis, public relations and delivering impactful presentations, you’ll gain valuable and sought-after skills highly valued by employers. 
Upon completion of this qualification, you’ll have the option to further refine your expertise by pursuing the BSB50620 Diploma in Marketing and Communication.
Our newly curated curriculum will take your skills to the next level, solidifying your position as a marketing and communications expert. 

Gain these skills

• Market research: immerse yourself in conducting and analysing research to develop marketing strategies and tactics for various campaigns and projects. 
• Digital and Social Media Marketing: Leverage relevant tools to create visually and engaging content that resonates with the audience across digital and social media platforms. 
• Marketing presentations: Refine your presentation skills to deliver impactful marketing presentations. From pitching and debating your creative ideas, you’ll develop the skills to influence and engage your audience.
• Public Relations and Complex Documents: Learn how to craft and develop engaging content for a diverse audience, producing effective public relations materials and complex documents. 
• Analyse consumer behaviour:  Gain the knowledge and skills to interpret consumer behaviour through trend analysis, enabling you to develop and implement effective marketing solutions.