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This NOT a free course.
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Live in South Australia? Funding is available for eligible South Australian residents. Payment plans are available for other states.
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Only Australian Citizens and Residents can apply for this course. We are not CRICOS registered and CANNOT accept International Student Visa Holders (Subclass 500).
Course Overview
Every part of our world is now connected – we live and work online.
The call for highly skilled infrastructure experts is urgent, and this need is expected to increase for many years to come. New technologies, the sudden need for many to work from home and more businesses using the ‘cloud’ mean there has never been a better time to become part of highly skilled career ensuring we remain connected.
Public and private organisations require skilled staff to design, build, administer and manage an infrastructure that needs to be ‘always on’. Your interest in technology means you are in the box seat for a lifetime career.
Who's It For?
The key clients for this qualification are people who may have entry level knowledge and skills in IT wishing to build on those skills to better support the organisations and take advantage of possible advancement opportunities into Networking positions.
This group may include:
- School leavers
- Unemployed workers
- Recent migrants
- People who wish to enter a new industry
- Employed persons looking for confirmation of skills and knowledge
- People who wish to up skill
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Information systems security officer
- Office systems administrator
- Systems administrator
- Service desk specialist
What You'll Learn
As a student of our industry-built Certificate IV Information Technology qualification, you will be introduced to current technologies and tools providing you advanced technical and hands-on skills that can be immediately applied for any business or organisation upon graduation.
You will learn:
- Identifying suitable emerging technologies
- Applying ethics and privacy
- Design strong risk management
- Customer support management
And more!
Recognition
Study Method
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Duration Study Load
- 12-18 months
Delivery
- In person (Adelaide only) and online study options available
Entry Requirements
- Students must be 18 years of age or older and have completed a relevant Certificate III in an ICT or related qualification or have six months industry experience.
- Applicants for this qualification without relevant formal qualifications or experience may be requested to undertake a pre-assessment of industry knowledge and skills prior to enrolment to ensure the required foundational knowledge is in place to build upon with this Certificate IV level study.
Recognition Of Prior Learning
For RPL to be granted, the course applicant must provide quality evidence that s/he:
- Has attained the competencies described in the unit/s of competency that are being claimed
- Possesses current competency in the unit/s that are being claimed
- Possesses the required underpinning knowledge specified in the unit/s of competency
- Has applied the relevant competencies in a context that is applicable to their area of specialisation in resource and infrastructure
The evidence, which has been gathered by the assessor or the candidate, as proof of current competency may take a variety of forms and could include certification, references from past employers, testimonials from clients and work samples.
The assessor must ensure that such evidence complies with the rules of evidence, namely that it is authentic, valid, reliable, current and sufficient.
AIT offers a simple but methodical RPL process which is outlined in its Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.
Why Study at Academy IT
Choosing Academy IT for your studies is a smart investment in your future.
As a leading Registered Training Organisation (RTO), we specialise in industry-relevant ICT training, ensuring you gain practical skills that employers demand.
Our courses, supported by expert trainers with real-world experience, prepares you for success in areas like cyber security, software development, networking, and data analytics. With strong industry connections, flexible learning options, and access to vendor training programs, Academy IT provides the support you need to launch or advance your IT career. Whether you’re starting fresh or upskilling, we help you achieve your goals with nationally recognised qualifications that open doors to high-demand roles. Join us today and take the next step towards your future in IT!
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About Academy IT Pty Ltd
Academy IT is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO: 40358), delivering high-quality, flexible online training across Australia and some in person training in Adelaide’s CBD.
As an RTO, we provide nationally recognised Certificate and Diploma-level qualifications, operating under strict compliance and quality assurance standards. Our courses are designed to equip individuals and businesses with industry-relevant skills, ensuring career growth and workforce development.
We also offer Microsoft and AWS Official Training, delivered by certified instructors with real-world industry experience in the technologies they teach.
Whether you are looking to advance your career, upskill your team, or gain hands-on technical expertise, Academy IT is committed to supporting your professional development needs.
Academy IT is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO #40358).
