BSB30120

Certificate III in Business

For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students

Kick start your career with this entry-level course in business administration designed specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. This course will give you the practical skills to successfully work in a range of office and business environments.

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TIME 9 months / Full Time NEXT START DATE 18 Jul 2022

STUDY LOCATIONS Far North Queensland

WAYS TO STUDY On Campus

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

JobTrainer

Concession

$330

Subsidised

$330

Full Fee

$3,705

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Course overview

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as general clerks grew strongly over the past five years and is expected to continue to grow in the future. This is a very large occupation with over 182,000 job openings expected over the next five years, ensuring strong job outcomes for graduates.

Develop a sound basis in workplace health and safety and develop practical skills including maintaining business resources, operational plan support, contributions to team effectiveness, purchase of goods and services, and customer complaints.

This course is taught by industry experts that are dedicated to helping you achieve your career goals.

Successful completion of this course will give you with the practical skills required to work in a number of office and business roles. You will also develop a solid foundation for further tertiary study.

What can I do?

Accounts Clerk
Junior Personal Assistant
Office Assistant
Receptionist

Course outcome:

BSB30120 Certificate III in Business

JobTrainer funded course

This course is eligible for JobTrainer funding, meaning it could be free for eligible school-leavers, young people and job seekers looking to develop new skills. Training is proudly delivered by TAFE Queensland and jointly funded by the Australian Government and Queensland Government. Learn more >

Residential blocks

Courses designed specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students include intensive blocks of training on campus known as residential blocks. Funding support is available for students who need to travel away from their communities to cover necessities like travel, accommodation, and meals. To see if you're eligible contact our student support officers.

What you will study.

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 7 elective units from the list below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
BSBCRT311

Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment

UNIT CODE :
BSBCRT311

Unit description :
This unit describes skills and knowledge required to apply critical thinking skills to generate solutions to workplace problems in a team environment.
UNIT NAME
Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment

UNIT CODE
BSBPEF201

Support personal wellbeing in the workplace

UNIT CODE :
BSBPEF201

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to advocate for and feel empowered about personal wellbeing in the workplace. It involves developing and applying basic knowledge of factors that may influence wellbeing, both positively and negatively.
UNIT NAME
Support personal wellbeing in the workplace

UNIT CODE
BSBSUS211

Participate in sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE :
BSBSUS211

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to measure, support and find opportunities to improve the sustainability of work practices.
UNIT NAME
Participate in sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE
BSBTWK301

Use inclusive work practices

UNIT CODE :
BSBTWK301

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and interact productively with diverse groups of individuals in the workplace.
UNIT NAME
Use inclusive work practices

UNIT CODE
BSBWHS311

Assist with maintaining workplace safety

UNIT CODE :
BSBWHS311

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with implementing and monitoring an organisation’s work health and safety (WHS) policies, procedures and programs as part of a small work team.
UNIT NAME
Assist with maintaining workplace safety

UNIT CODE
BSBXCM301

Engage in workplace communication

UNIT CODE :
BSBXCM301

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate (through written, oral and nonverbal form) in the workplace within an industry.
UNIT NAME
Engage in workplace communication

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
BSBOPS303

Organise schedules

UNIT CODE :
BSBOPS303

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage appointments and diaries for personnel within an organisation. It involves using manual and electronic diaries, schedules and other appointment systems.
UNIT NAME
Organise schedules

UNIT CODE
BSBOPS304

Deliver and monitor a service to customers

UNIT CODE :
BSBOPS304

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify customer needs, deliver and monitor customer service and identify improvements in the provision of customer service.
UNIT NAME
Deliver and monitor a service to customers

UNIT CODE
BSBPEF301

Organise personal work priorities

UNIT CODE :
BSBPEF301

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to organise personal work schedules, to monitor and obtain feedback on work performance and to maintain required levels of competence.
UNIT NAME
Organise personal work priorities

UNIT CODE
BSBTEC201

Use business software applications

UNIT CODE :
BSBTEC201

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use software and organise electronic information and data.
UNIT NAME
Use business software applications

UNIT CODE
BSBTEC301

Design and produce business documents

UNIT CODE :
BSBTEC301

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and produce various business documents. It includes selecting and using a range of functions on a variety of computer applications. The unit applies to those who possess fundamental skills in computer operations. They may exercise discretion and judgement using appropriate theoretical knowledge of document design and production to provide technical advice and support to a team. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Design and produce business documents

UNIT CODE
BSBWRT311

Write simple documents

UNIT CODE :
BSBWRT311

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, draft and finalise a simple document.
UNIT NAME
Write simple documents

UNIT CODE
BSBXTW301

Work in a team

UNIT CODE :
BSBXTW301

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work effectively as part of permanent or project based teams in a workplace within an industry.
UNIT NAME
Work in a team

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

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CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Cairns	18 Jul 2022	9 months	Full time residential blocks: 18 - 29 July 2022, 29 August - 9 September 2022, 18 - 28 October 2022, 5 - 9 December 2022, 6 - 17 March 2023, 17 - 29 April 2023	Mixed mode	JobTrainer: $0 Concession: $330 Subsidised: $330 Full fee: $3,705 Apply

Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

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Certificate III in Business (BSB30120)

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Certificate III in Business

COURSE CODE: BSB30120

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Important Information

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

To complete this program you must:-

identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, as this training product has been developed specifically for you in support of equity policy for post compulsory education; and
attend an interview to determine your literacy and numeracy skill levels and discuss study arrangements. This is important as you need to commit to attending 5 residential blocks in Cairns.

Also, it is highly recommended you have an understanding of computer applications and basic finance operations.

Resources Required

No specific resources are required to successfully complete this course however students will need to provide their own USB and stationery.

It is recommended that students have access to a reliable Internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is available for students to use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

Need to know

To complete this program you are required to complete a combination of face to face residential block training and flexible self-paced learning. The residential block training consists of 4 x 2 week blocks and 1 x 1 week block. All units will be delivered during the residential blocks, with access to computers and learning support. You'll be required to complete some activities and assessments in your own time. Teacher support will be available.

Assessment Methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University Pathways.

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to Apply

Direct application

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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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Certificate III in Business

For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students

Course overview

What can I do?

Course outcome:

JobTrainer funded course

Residential blocks

Core units

Elective Units

Download Brochure

Ask a question

Certificate III in Business

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

Important Information

Read this before applying.

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources Required

Need to know

Assessment Methods

Pathways

University Pathways.

How to Apply

Direct application

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers