Certificate II · CRICOS course

Certificate II in Workplace Skills

26 CRICOS providers offer this course to international students in 7 Australian cities. Typical tuition for the whole course is AUD $2,000 - $11,000, and it usually takes about 6 months.

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Typical tuition, whole course
AUD $2,000 - $11,000
Course length
3 mo - 1 yr
Providers
26 providers
Cities
7 cities

Typical = the middle 80% of CRICOS tuition fees across providers. Full range AUD $2,000 - $15,000. Fees change, so confirm with the provider.

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📍Sydney · Brisbane +5
CRICOS 2026

BSB20120 · Office Studies, n.e.c.

About the course

What it prepares you for

The Certificate II in Workplace Skills prepares you for work as a No Specific Job Role.

You complete 10 units: 5 core and 5 electives chosen by the provider.

From the national register

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of entry-level Business Services job roles.

This qualification also reflects the role of individuals who have not yet entered the workforce, and are developing the necessary skills in preparation for work.

These individuals carry out a range of basic procedural, clerical, administrative or operational tasks that require self-management and technology skills. They perform a range of mainly routine tasks using limited practical skills and fundamental operational knowledge in a defined context. Individuals in these roles generally work under direct supervision.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Full qualification on training.gov.au
Course content

What you study

5 core units every student completes, plus 5 electives chosen by the provider. Unit names as listed in the official qualification.

  1. BSBCMM211Apply communication skills
  2. BSBOPS201Work effectively in business environments
  3. BSBPEF202Plan and apply time management
  4. BSBSUS211Participate in sustainable work practices
  5. BSBWHS211Contribute to the health and safety of self and others
Career outcomes

Where it can take you

Typical jobs for this qualification, as listed on training.gov.au.

  • No Specific Job Role

    This qualification is not linked to a specific job. It either imparts background skills and knowledge required for entering an industry, or provides a particular focus that can be applied to jobs across a range of industries and occupations.

Where to study

Cities that offer it

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Your pathway

Levels in the same field

Many students start lower and move up: a Certificate IV or Diploma can lead into a Bachelor degree, often with credit for what you have already studied.

  1. 01Certificate II · This courseCertificate II in Workplace Skills
  2. 02Certificate IIICertificate III in Business
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