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PRINCE2® Pathway
Why choose the PRINCE2® Pathway? PRINCE2® is a globally recognised project management methodology, and its adaptability lets you manage projects of all sizes, using industry best practice. Passing the PRINCE2® Foundation certification demonstrates your...
IT Career Starter Pathway
Why choose the IT Career Starter Pathway? Our IT Career Starter Pathway helps you to learn the critical skills that employers need to launch your career in IT. The pathway features two courses that provide certifications for multiple job roles and toge...
Certified Cybersecurity Professional
Our Certified Cybersecurity Professional course will prepare you for a career in an industry with 0% unemployment. This interactive online course will take you from zero industry experience to a job ready, front line Cybersecurity Analyst in less than...
Canine Care and Training Certificate
Have you always dreamed of working with dogs? Are you excited to learn how to provide the best life possible for our four-legged friends? Then our Canine Care and Training Course is a perfect choice for you. To work with dogs requires a thorough unders...
Event Management & Wedding Planning Business Pathway
Event management is the perfect career choice for those capable at juggling multiple tasks, who can move at the speed of light and thrive under pressure! Special event planning can include many types of events, not just weddings, from conferences and s...
Certificate in Business Administration
How to maximise your full potential. It’s just the tonic that your career needs. Our industry accredited online course will help you become a certified business administrator, increase your job prospects in Business Administration, enable you to upskil...
Horticulture Certificate
Are you a passionate gardener? Do you love being outdoors and covered in dirt? Then this is the course for you! This wonderful Horticulture course delivered online is for all the budding horticulturists out there. If you love gardening and find plants...
Eyelash Technician Certificate
If you’ve ever wondered how to master the magic of lush-looking lash extensions, found yourself debating the advantages of classic vs volume lashes with friends or clients, or spent hours scouring social media for stunning lash looks… then a Certificat...
Professional Make Up Artistry Certificate
Our Professional Makeup Artist Certification will teach you the key theoretical and practical skills to work as a make up artist for all occasions, including formal occasions, bridal make up, cut crease, smokey eye or even on set for the fashion and en...
Zoology Certificate
Do you have a passion for animals? Maybe even exotic animals? And would like to work with animals as a Zookeeper? This course is a terrific introduction to working in zoos, safari parks, aquariums or wildlife sanctuaries. Not only will you be learning...
Event Management Certificate
Become a certified event manager and launch your career. This course is perfect for those wanting to start their own events business or work in the industry. Special event planning can include many types of events, from conferences and sales meetings t...
Advanced Certificate in Hospitality & Tourism
Learn how to be a responsible, qualified bartender, a certified travel agent, a recognised hotel manager or a knowledgeable, acknowledged restaurateur. This course is endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality. It combines our four Travel and Hospitality...
Medical Reception and Terminology Certificate
Become a Certified Medical Receptionist and learn medical language the easy way. Developed by health experts, this Career Academy course will teach you how to use Microsoft Office in managing the day-to-day running of a medical practice. You’ll have th...
Business Bookkeeping Certificate
Become confident with bookkeeping in just ten weeks! Learn to balance the books with this online course. You’ll be able to prepare GST returns and keep business accounts. Learn to analyse and interpret a profit and loss statement and balance sheet. Thi...
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Why choose the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)? The CCNA certification is a globally recognised qualification that covers a range of networking, cloud and, security topics. If you are seeking to expand your existing skills, this course enhance...
Advanced Excel & Advanced Xero Package
Get two industry-recognised qualifications and become a Xero & Excel expert! This package combines the Advanced Xero Package and the Advanced Excel Package. It will give you a comprehensive and workforce ready understanding of both Excel and Xero,...
Advanced Xero and MYOB Pathway
Gain an advanced workforce-ready skillset in Xero & MYOB software. With 8 certificates, your career is really flying. It’s one of the most highly awarded packages that you could take. The Advanced Xero and MYOB Package for accountancy, bookkeeping...
PRINCE2® Foundation
Why choose the PRINCE2® Foundation? PRINCE2® is the global standard for project management, and this certificate gets you well on the way to a rewarding and lucrative role as a project manager. The course will give you a clear understanding of the PRIN...
Certified Full Stack Developer
Our Certified Full-Stack Developer course is a foundation-level learning path with a world of career opportunities. Get the front to back-end skills required to build scalable, real-world applications and equip yourself with in-demand certifications to...
Data Science Pathway
Why choose the Data Science Pathway? Our Data Scrience pathway will provide a foundation of data architecture, statistics and data analysis programming skills using Python and R. This is the first step in acquiring the knowledge to transition away from...
A short course can unlock a world of opportunity, offering you the chance to upskill, advance in your career, or become a more well-rounded, valuable member of the workforce.
A short course is the perfect, bite-sized way of gaining new knowledge. Maybe you’re making a significant change, or want to dip your toes in the water before taking on a full three-year degree. Or perhaps you want to improve your employability or secure a promotion by gaining new skills. Whatever the case may be, the plethora of short courses available today makes it possible to pursue your dreams, on your own terms.
Better yet, short courses are available both online and in person. Online study utilises flexible delivery methods and allows for personalisation, meaning you can study after work hours, just before the school pickup run, or on the weekend. Instead of online learning, you also have the option to take your course in person under the guidance of industry experts. Short courses can be tailored to meet your preferences, empowering you to succeed in the modern world of work.
Why choose a short course?
There is a multitude of reasons that you may be interested in completing study – whether it’s to upskill, as a pathway to higher education, or for professional development, there are lots of courses that could suit your needs. With short courses taught through TAFE, independent registered training organisations (RTOs) as well as some universities, there have never been so many options for short courses!
A short course:
- Helps you elevate your career, whether you’re trying to take it in a new direction or want to excel in your existing role
- Requires no specific prerequisites – recent school-leavers and adults who have been out of the workforce for decades can both find their place in online study
- Allows for incredible flexibility, slotting into your life
What short courses are available?
You’re truly spoiled for choice with the sheer number of short courses that are available in Australia. Your options could include:
- Short courses designed to help you learn about one specific skill such as food handling, responsible service of alcohol or social media management that go for a day or a week
- Short courses in practical skills such as first aid
- Short courses that aim to teach you new skills for hobbies such as flower arranging
- Short courses such as a Certificate III, which are designed to give you a much more in-depth overview of a topic, such as a Certificate III in Project Management, Certificate III in Community, or a certification in Business Administration
- Short courses that equip you with a Certificate III in Information Technology, Cybersecurity or a particular emerging technology
- Short courses designed for upskilling for your professional development needs
- Short courses created to help get you started in a specific industry or role such as social sciences, mental health or the visual arts
How to study
One of the most significant benefits of living in today’s society is the range of study options available to students. While short courses are often taught through TAFE, higher education providers and independent registered training organisations (RTOs) do also offer valuable courses for those looking to learn.
Short courses are available throughout Australia, in every state and territory, including NSW and Victoria. Depending on the course you do and where you do it, free TAFE inducements may exist for students completing courses that will result in jobs considered to be in a shortage of supply by the relevant government. While large cities such as Melbourne and Sydney provide the most extensive range of course options, there are also many courses available in rural areas, especially for those who want to enrol in a course that’s relevant to a rural area.
Online short courses were popular even before the rise of COVID-19, and have only continued to rise in popularity since then. Online courses allow students to study from anywhere, although international students should always check with CRICOS before attempting to enrol in a course. Australian students need to check that they can study across state lines.
Part-time and full-time study loads are available for a number of courses, and can be found in the course guides.
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