BSB50420
Diploma of Leadership and Management
Advance your career in leadership with this high-level qualification that will give you the skills needed to seek employment as a manager in human resources, business, or sales.
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Course overview
Upgrade your career with this high-level qualification. This course will give you the skills you need to seek employment in a managerial role across a broad range of industries.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, demand for office management roles is expected to experience stable growth over the next five years. This is a very large occupation with job opportunities available across a number of industries including construction, professional services, and education and training.
Throughout this course you will be mentored in team leadership and management, discover how to utilise emotional intelligence to maximise team outcomes, and learn how to develop and implement an operational plan to facilitate effective workplace practices. Our highly-experienced team of industry leaders will give you the guidance you need to succeed in your studies and beyond.
Successful completion of this course will give you the specialised skills to manage teams across a range of departments and industry sectors. You will also get the knowledge you need to undertake further studies in your field.
What can I do?
- Business Manager
- Human Resource Manager
- Sales Team Manager
Course outcome:
BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
Online study options
Online virtual classroom – includes immersive reality experiences, virtual skills coaches and collaborative learning environments in timetabled virtual classes three days per week. Learn more >
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The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 6 elective units from the list below.
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
- View comparison chart
CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Mt Gravatt
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On campus with some online
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28 Jan 2025
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1 year
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Full time 3 days per week
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
1 year
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 3 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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South Bank
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On campus with some online
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28 Jan 2025
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1 year
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Full time 3 days per week
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
1 year
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 3 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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South Bank
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On campus with some online
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28 Jan 2025
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1 year
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Full time 2 nights per week + 3 Saturdays
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
1 year
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 2 nights per week + 3 Saturdays
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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South Bank
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On Campus
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28 Jan 2025
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6 months
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Accelerated: Part time 2 nights per week + 3 Saturdays
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
6 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Accelerated: Part time 2 nights per week + 3 Saturdays
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Mt Gravatt
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On campus with some online
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22 Apr 2025
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1 year
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Full time 3 days per week
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
22 Apr 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
1 year
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 3 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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South Bank
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On campus with some online
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22 Apr 2025
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1 year
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Full time 2 nights per week + 3 Saturdays
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
22 Apr 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
1 year
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 2 nights per week + 3 Saturdays
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Mt Gravatt
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On campus with some online
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14 Jul 2025
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1 year
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Full time 3 days per week
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
14 Jul 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
1 year
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 3 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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South Bank
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On campus with some online
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14 Jul 2025
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1 year
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Full time 3 days per week
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
14 Jul 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
1 year
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 3 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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South Bank
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On Campus
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14 Jul 2025
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6 months
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Accelerated: Part time 2 nights per week + 3 Saturdays
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
14 Jul 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
6 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Accelerated: Part time 2 nights per week + 3 Saturdays
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Mt Gravatt
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On campus with some online
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07 Oct 2025
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1 year
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Full time 3 days per week
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
07 Oct 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
1 year
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 3 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Cairns
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On campus with some online
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28 Jan 2025
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1 year
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Full time 3 days per week
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
1 year
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 3 days per week
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Cairns
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On campus with some online
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14 Jul 2025
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1 year
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Full time 3 days per week
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
14 Jul 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
1 year
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 3 days per week
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Your course is primarily online and you may interact with your teachers and other students using Zoom. You will also need to come in to campus to complete some practical learning and assessment. Learn more
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You will study online however your classes will be delivered in real time via a scheduled timetable. You will interact with your teachers and other students using programs like Zoom. Learn more
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STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY | |
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Online virtual classroom
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13 Jan 2025
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8 months
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Full time 3 sessions per week 6pm - 9pm plus a 1 hour tutorial
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
13 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
8 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 3 sessions per week 6pm - 9pm plus a 1 hour tutorial
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
Yes
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Online virtual classroom
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13 Jan 2025
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8 months
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Full time 3 sessions per week 9am - 12pm plus a 1 hour tutorial
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
13 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
8 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 3 sessions per week 9am - 12pm plus a 1 hour tutorial
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
Yes
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Online virtual classroom
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15 Jan 2025
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16 months
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Part time 1 session per week 6pm - 9pm plus a 1 hour tutorial
Wednesday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
15 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
16 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 1 session per week 6pm - 9pm plus a 1 hour tutorial
Wednesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
Yes
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Online with on campus practical training (Cairns)
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28 Jan 2025
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up to 18 months
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Part time 2x Zoom and 1x optional tutorial session per week
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 18 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 2x Zoom and 1x optional tutorial session per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Online virtual classroom
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28 Jan 2025
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18 months
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Part time 2x 1 hour morning Zoom sessions per week
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
18 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 2x 1 hour morning Zoom sessions per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
Yes
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Online with on campus practical training (Townsville - Pimlico)
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28 Jan 2025
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up to 18 months
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Part time 2x Zoom sessions (recorded) and 1 optional on campus tutorial per week
Wednesday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
up to 18 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time 2x Zoom sessions (recorded) and 1 optional on campus tutorial per week
Wednesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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Online virtual classroom
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10 Mar 2025
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8 months
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Full time 3 sessions per week 6pm - 9pm plus a 1 hour tutorial
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
10 Mar 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
8 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 3 sessions per week 6pm - 9pm plus a 1 hour tutorial
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
Yes
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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Online virtual classroom
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10 Mar 2025
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8 months
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Full time 3 sessions per week 9am - 12pm plus a 1 hour tutorial
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
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