ICT30120 | CRICOS: 106316K
Certificate III in Information Technology
Explore a career in information and communications technology (ICT) with this entry-level qualification. Choose a specialisation that suits your career goals and get qualified to work across a variety of ICT roles.
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Course overview
Kick start your career in information and communications technology (ICT) with this entry-level qualification from TAFE Queensland. Get the hands-on skills for the role you want with both a foundation stream and range of specialised streams .
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as ICT support technicians is expected to continue to grow very strongly over the coming years. This very large occupation is likely to see around 62,000 job openings over the next five years.
Generalist IT Support stream
Choosing the IT Support stream will give you the skills you need to work as an ICT help desk operator. You'll discover how to care for computer hardware, provide ICT advice to clients, and provide basic system administration support.
Foundation stream
Providing a broad focus area, this stream has units from networking, programming, web design, cyber and cloud to give a general idea of IT and can step you into all Diploma areas.
Cyber Security Awareness
By choosing this stream, you will learn how to identify security threats and how to maintain the security of digital devices. You will also learn how to protect and secure information assets and how to administer security of systems.
Networking stream
The Network Administration stream will teach you how to set up computer networks, diagnose and action network problems, and install and manage protocols.
Cyber & Networking stream
This stream gives you a fundamental level of networking and cyber knowledge and skill to ensure an understanding of network administration and configuration, and the essentials for raising cyber security awareness and basic security, to enable you to take the next step towards deeper levels of networking, cloud and cyber security study or to work in entry level positions in IT.
Web Development stream
The Website Technologies stream will prepare you to work as an ICT technician building and maintaining websites. You'll learn how to use social media tools, produce images for the web, and build, review and maintain simple websites.
Mobile iOS App Development stream
Mobile iOS App Development introduces you to building dynamic apps and user interfaces using Swift - a modern and powerful programming language which powers Apple's app ecosystem. You will use Xcode which is Apple's Integrated Development Environment (IDE) to develop apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac and more. You will also learn about app design and creating technical and user documentation to meet client specifications.
What can I do?
- Help Desk Officer
- Network Support Officer
- ICT Technician
Course outcome:
ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology
Industry-standard facilities
Our learning spaces are more than just classrooms. They include simulated working environments which will develop your practical skills and prepare you for real-world situations while under the supervision of industry-experienced professionals.
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The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 6 elective units from a stream/location outlined on 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
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View comparison chart
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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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View comparison chart
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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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View comparison chart
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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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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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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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Cyber & Networking: 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.
6 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Cyber & Networking: 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.
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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Web Development: 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.
6 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Web Development: 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.
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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Foundation: 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.
6 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Foundation: 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.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Loganlea
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On Campus
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14 Jul 2025
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6 months
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Foundation: 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.
6 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Foundation: 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.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Ipswich
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On campus with some online
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14 Jul 2025
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6 months
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Generalist IT Support: Full time 2 days on campus plus 1 virtual class 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.
6 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Generalist IT Support: Full time 2 days on campus plus 1 virtual class per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Self-paced
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, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Bracken Ridge
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On Campus
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14 Jul 2025
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6 months
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Foundation: 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.
6 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Foundation: 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.
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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Coomera
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On campus with some online
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22 Apr 2025
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6 months
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Cyber Security Awareness: Full time 2.5 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Friday
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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.
6 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Cyber Security Awareness: Full time 2.5 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, 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).
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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Coomera
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On campus with some online
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14 Jul 2025
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6 months
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Cyber Security Awareness: Full time 2.5 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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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.
Cyber Security Awareness: Full time 2.5 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, 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).
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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Mooloolaba
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On campus with some online
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14 Jul 2025
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6 months
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Networking: Full time 3 days per week
Monday, 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.
6 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Networking: Full time 3 days per week
Monday, 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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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Toowoomba
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On campus with some online
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14 Jul 2025
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6 months
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Generalist IT Support: Full time 2 days on campus plus 1 virtual class 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.
6 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Generalist IT Support: Full time 2 days on campus plus 1 virtual class per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Self-paced
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, 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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Townsville - Pimlico
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On campus with some online
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14 Jul 2025
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6 months
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Generalist IT Support: Full time 4 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.
6 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Generalist IT Support: Full time 4 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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Cairns
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On campus with some online
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14 Jul 2025
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6 months
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Generalist IT Support: Full time 4 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.
6 months
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Generalist IT Support: Full time 4 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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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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All of your study will be done online and you can work through your studies at your own pace. You can access your learning materials 24/7 through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
-
View comparison chart
STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY | |
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Online self-directed
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03 Mar 2025
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Average course duration 1 year
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Web Development: Part time up to 2 units or 1 cluster per intake. 12 weeks per intake.
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
03 Mar 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
Average course duration 1 year
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Web Development: Part time up to 2 units or 1 cluster per intake. 12 weeks per intake.
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Self-paced
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
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Online self-directed
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03 Mar 2025
|
Average course duration 1 year
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Cyber Security Awareness: Part time up to 2 units or 1 cluster per intake. 12 weeks per intake.
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
03 Mar 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
Average course duration 1 year
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Cyber Security Awareness: Part time up to 2 units or 1 cluster per intake. 12 weeks per intake.
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Self-paced
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
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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Online with on campus practical training (Hervey Bay)
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15 Jul 2025
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6 months
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Cyber Security Awareness: 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.
15 Jul 2025
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