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36 courses and skill sets
7 industries covered
Nationally recognised training

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Business & Administration

Certificate

Workplace Skills

BSB20120

Entry-level Business Services skills for those preparing for their first workplace — procedural, clerical and administrative tasks under direct supervision.

Possible job outcomes

General Office Assistant, Administrative Trainee, Customer Service Assistant

Certificate

Business (Administration)

BSB30120

For business support staff who want to sharpen their computing, writing, communication and accounting skills for the modern office.

Possible job outcomes

Clerical and Administration Worker, Receptionist, Office Administration

Certificate

Business (Customer Engagement)

BSB30120

Outstanding customer service across every channel — including difficult conversations, faster typing and accurate record-keeping.

Possible job outcomes

Customer Service Officer, Customer Service Representative, Sales Consultant

Certificate

Business (Records & Information Management)

BSB30120

Organising and controlling workplace records and systems — built for anyone managing information for a business.

Possible job outcomes

Information Officer, Administration Officer, Assistant Records Clerk

Certificate

Business (Medical Administration)

BSB30120

A pathway into medical reception — medical terminology, patient records and the fundamentals of healthcare admin.

Possible job outcomes

Medical Administrator, Medical Receptionist, Medical Secretary

Certificate

Leadership and Management

BSB40520

For emerging leaders and managers — personal performance, guiding others, WHS fundamentals and emotional intelligence.

Possible job outcomes

Team Leader, Supervisor, Frontline Manager

Short Course

Workplace Inclusivity Short Course

Develop skills to work respectfully and inclusively with others, supporting wellbeing and positive workplace culture.

Accredited units

BSBPEF201 Support personal wellbeing in the workplace, BSBTWK301 Use inclusive work practices

Units selected from BSB30120 Certificate III in Business.

Short Course

Business Admin Excellence Short Course

Build core administration skills to support day-to-day business operations in office and service environments.

Accredited units

BSBXCM301 Engage in workplace communication, BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices

Units selected from BSB30120 Certificate III in Business.

Short Course

Workplace Communication Short Course

Build confidence communicating effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers in a range of workplace settings.

Accredited units

BSBXCM301 Engage in workplace communication, BSBPEF201 Support personal wellbeing in the workplace

Units selected from BSB30120 Certificate III in Business.

Short Course

Customer Service Skill Set

BSBSS00119

Strengthen customer service capability, including handling complaints, advising on products, and delivering consistent service outcomes.

Accredited units

SIRXCEG002 Assist with customer difficulties, BSBOPS305 Process customer complaints, BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers, SIRXPDK001 Advise on products and services

Short Course

Contact Centre Skill Set

BSBSS00126

Build practical skills in customer communication, managing difficult interactions, recording information and providing advice on products and services in a contact centre environment.

Accredited units

BSBTEC202 Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment, SIRXPDK001 Advise on products and services, SIRXCEG002 Assist with customer difficulties, BSBDAT201 Collect and record data

Short Course

Employability Courses

Online, flexible skill-building for job readiness — interview prep, communication, confidence, goal setting and financial literacy.

Focus areas

Job interviews, confidence & resilience, emotional control, goal setting, time management, financial literacy

Short Course

Workplace Health & Safety Essentials

Gain the core knowledge needed to work safely, support personal wellbeing, and meet basic workplace health and safety expectations.

Accredited units

BSBWHS211 Contribute to the health and safety of self and others, SIRXHWB001 Maintain personal health and wellbeing

Units selected from BSB20120 Certificate II in Workplace Skills and SIR30216 Certificate III in Retail.

Technology

Short Course

Workplace Technology Skill Set

BSBSS00112

Develop practical digital skills to confidently use common workplace technology and business documents.

Accredited units

BSBTEC203 Research using the internet, BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets, BSBTEC303 Create electronic presentations, BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents

Short Course

Understand the Use of Social Media for Business Purposes

SIRSS00018

Learn how businesses use social media effectively while maintaining ethical and professional standards.

Accredited units

SIRXOSM001 Identify and review social media and online platforms for organisational use, SIRXOSM002 Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms

Short Course

AI at Work: Communicate Smarter Short Course

Build confidence using AI safely, write clearer messages and communicate more effectively at work.

Accredited units

BSBTEC202 Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment

Units selected from BSB30120 Certificate III in Business.

Care & Community

Certificate

Community Services

CHC32015

Entry-level, person-centred community support — day-to-day individual support or delivery of community-based programs.

Possible job outcomes

Welfare Support Worker, Youth Worker, Client Contact Officer

Certificate

Individual Support

CHC33021

Person-centred care for people with disability or in aged care — helping clients live with more independence and dignity.

Possible job outcomes

Accommodation Support Worker, Community House Worker, Aged Care / Health Care Assistant

Certificate

Education Support

CHC30221

Supporting teachers and student learning in primary and secondary settings, including students with diverse learning needs.

Possible job outcomes

Education Assistant, Education Support Worker, Education Assistant (Culturally Diverse School)

Short Course

Introduction to Community Services Short Course

Build foundational communication and wellbeing skills to prepare for work in health or community services settings.

Accredited units

HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment, CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services

Units selected from CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services.

Short Course

Introduction to Disability Support Short Course

Build foundational skills in supporting people with disability to participate in their communities, while understanding the legal and ethical responsibilities of working in disability support.

Accredited units

CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically, CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion

Units selected from CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support.

Short Course

Introduction to Aged Care Short Course

Build foundational skills in providing person-centred care to older Australians, understanding their individual needs and the responsibilities of working in aged care settings.

Accredited units

CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically, CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care

Units selected from CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support.

Short Course

Individual Support – Ageing Skill Set

CHCSS00129

Designed for individuals with an existing Certificate III in health or community services looking to upskill in aged care.

Accredited units

CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia, CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care, CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support, CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support, CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach

Practical placement required: 30 hours — students source and complete their own placement.

Short Course

Individual Support – Disability Skill Set

CHCSS00130

Designed for individuals with an existing Certificate III in health or community services looking to upskill in disability support.

Accredited units

CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support, CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach, CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion, CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support

Practical placement required: 30 hours — students source and complete their own placement.

Short Course

Professional Wellbeing and Resilience Skill Set

CSCSS00009

Build strategies to manage stress, resilience, and wellbeing in demanding or high-pressure work environments.

Accredited units

HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment

Retail

Certificate

Retail

SIR30216

Engaging customers, running daily store operations and meeting organisational standards across specialty, supermarket and QSR retail.

Possible job outcomes

Shop Assistant, Supermarket Team Leader, Customer Service Representative

Short Course

Retail Customer Service Short Course

Build practical customer service skills to confidently support customers, handle issues, and work effectively in retail and fast-paced service environments.

Accredited units

SIRXCEG003 Build customer relationships and loyalty, SIRXCEG002 Assist with customer difficulties

Units selected from SIR30216 Certificate III in Retail.

Short Course

Manage Disrespectful, Aggressive or Abusive Customers

SIRSS00022

Learn practical strategies to safely manage challenging customer behaviour while maintaining professionalism and workplace safety.

Accredited units

SIRXCEG008 Manage disrespectful, aggressive or abusive customers

Hospitality

Certificate

Hospitality

SIT30622

A solid foundation in service, sales and operations — hands-on skills backed by real industry standards.

Possible job outcomes

Barista, Bar Attendant, Waiter

Short Course

Customer Service – Tourism & Hospitality

SITSS00078

Develop essential customer service skills to deliver positive experiences across hospitality, retail, and service-based workplaces.

Accredited units

SITXCCS014 Provide service to customers, SITXCOM007 Show social and cultural sensitivity

Practical placement required: 30 hours — students source and complete their own placement.

Cleaning

Certificate

Cleaning

CPP30321

The skills and knowledge behind professional cleaning — routine and non-routine tasks, client work and safe tool use.

Possible job outcomes

Commercial Cleaner, Domestic Cleaner, Industrial Cleaner

Short Course

Clean Amenities Short Course

Develop practical skills to safely clean and maintain amenities in commercial and workplace environments.

Accredited units

BSBWHS211 Contribute to the health and safety of self and others, CPPCLO3100 Maintain cleaning storage areas, CPPCLO3103 Clean and maintain amenities

Units selected from CPP30321 Certificate III in Cleaning Operations.

Practical placement required: 30 hours — students source and complete their own placement.

Supply Chain

Certificate

Supply Chain Operations

TLI30325

Inventory accuracy and logistics across the supply chain — helping organisations keep schedules and avoid disruption.

Possible job outcomes

Supply Chain Administration Officer, Warehouse Assistant, Store Person

Short Course

Supply Chain Short Course

Prepare for entry-level warehouse and logistics roles by developing work readiness, safety, and basic handling skills.

Accredited units

BSBPEF101 Plan and prepare for work readiness, TLIA0010 Identify goods and store to specifications

Units selected from BSB20120 Certificate II in Workplace Skills and TLI30325 Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations.

Practical placement required: 20 hours — students source and complete their own placement.

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