Chisholm Institute
Online: 12 months full-time; On campus: 6 months full-time or 12 months part-time
This Certificate III in Information Technology provides foundational skills to launch an IT career. Master cloud computing, cybersecurity, networking, programming, and web development while developing critical thinking and customer service abilities. Ideal for those seeking entry-level positions in technical support, network administration, or IT services.
You must be at least 17 years old, with parental agreement required if under 18. Students need language and literacy skills at level 2 (working level 3) and numeracy at level 2 (working level 3) on the Australian Core Skills Framework. For online delivery, you must have access to a computer with speakers, camera, headset, and reliable internet connection, plus sufficient computer skills to access learning management systems, attend webinars, and use programs such as Microsoft Word. A language, literacy and numeracy skills test is required before course commencement to determine course suitability and identify if additional support is needed.
The course is structured around 12 study units covering essential ICT competencies. Students learn to work effectively in teams (BSBXTW301) and develop critical thinking skills (BSBCRT301). Technical foundations include introductory programming techniques (ICTPRG302), network protocols installation and testing (ICTNWK311), and small office/home office network installation and configuration (ICTSAS310). Digital skills encompass web development including digital image production (ICTWEB305) and markup language document creation (ICTWEB431). Cloud computing is covered through evaluation of cloud solutions and services (ICTCLD301). Cybersecurity and compliance topics include personal information management (BSBXCS303), personal online profile protection (BSBXCS301), and IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments (ICTICT313). Client-facing skills are developed through ICT advice provision (ICTSAS305). Assessment methods include questioning/tests, projects, portfolios, and reports.
Chisholm Institute is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) providing nationally recognised training (NRT) respected across Australia. As a TEQSA-regulated provider, Chisholm delivers government-subsidised and Commonwealth-funded training to eligible students. The institute offers flexible delivery options across multiple campuses and online, with dedicated student support services including equitable learning and disability support. Chisholm's Free TAFE initiative makes this course accessible to priority students, and the institute provides skills recognition and RPL pathways for students with existing experience.
Graduates are prepared for entry-level IT positions including help desk officer, IT technician, client support officer, web designer, and network support technician roles. With further study through the Certificate IV in Information Technology or Certificate IV in Cyber Security, graduates can progress to specialised roles such as cyber security specialist, computer forensics analyst, penetration tester, network security administrator, and IT security analyst. The course provides a foundation for pursuing the Diploma of Information Technology or Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber Security) for advanced career progression.