TAFE Queensland
6 months
Launch your ICT career with this entry-level Certificate III offering five specialisation streams: IT Support, Cyber Security, Web Development, Networking, or Foundation. Gain hands-on skills in industry-standard facilities and prepare for diverse technology roles with strong job growth prospects.
No specific formal prerequisites are mentioned. Students should have basic computer literacy and be ready to engage with hands-on technical training. Some streams may have specific entry requirements depending on campus location. International students must meet English language requirements and visa conditions. TAFE at School students (high school students) can enrol with different fee structures.
Core units cover critical thinking, information security, teamwork, introductory programming, and ICT client support. Specialisation streams include: Generalist IT Support (hardware maintenance, system diagnostics, network configuration), Cyber Security Awareness (threat identification, system protection, security administration), Web Development (web page building, digital imaging, social media, markup languages), Cyber and Networking (network protocols, cloud computing, security practices), and Foundation stream (broad IT overview covering networking, programming, web design, cyber and cloud technologies).
TAFE Queensland is a leading vocational education provider with industry-standard facilities including simulated working environments. Courses are delivered by industry-experienced professionals. The provider offers flexible study options across multiple Queensland locations, government-funded Fee-Free TAFE for eligible students, and pathways to further study. Strong employer connections ensure curriculum relevance and job readiness.
Graduates can pursue careers as Help Desk Officers, Network Support Officers, or ICT Technicians. The Australian Government's Job Outlook indicates strong growth in ICT support roles with approximately 62,000 job openings expected over five years. This qualification provides a foundation for advancing to diploma-level studies or specialised IT certifications in cybersecurity, networking, or web development.
