Certificate IV in Information Technology
56 CRICOS providers offer this course to international students in 9 Australian cities. Typical tuition for the whole course is AUD $6,500 - $18,600, and it usually takes about 1 year.
- Typical tuition, whole course
- AUD $6,500 - $18,600
- Course length
- 5 mo - 2 yrs
- Providers
- 56 providers
- Cities
- 9 cities
Typical = the middle 80% of CRICOS tuition fees across providers. Full range AUD $6,320 - $30,000. Fees change, so confirm with the provider.
ICT40120 · Information Systems, n.e.c.
What it prepares you for
The national register links it to 5 job titles, listed below.
You complete 7 core units.
From the national register
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are job ready and competent in a wide range of information and communications technology (ICT) roles and apply a broad range of skills in varied work contexts, using problem solving skills and effective communication with others.
The skills required for these roles may include, but are not restricted to:
database development: interpreting specifications, technical designs and flow charts, modifying software applications, constructing technical specifications from models and testing, and writing technical documents
database maintenance: managing, cleaning, storing and verifying organisational data, and evaluating compliance with internal and external data ethics regulations and legislation
What you study
7 core units every student completes. Unit names as listed in the official qualification.
- BSBCRT404Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes
- BSBXCS404Contribute to cyber security risk management
- ICTICT426Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices
- ICTICT443Work collaboratively in the ICT industry
- ICTICT451Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments
- ICTPRG302Apply introductory programming techniques
- ICTSAS432Identify and resolve client ICT problems
Where it can take you
Typical jobs for this qualification, as listed on training.gov.au.
Computer Technician
Computer Technicians provide technical advice and support to help people effectively use computer hardware and software.
Client Support Officer (ICT)
Client Support Officers provide basic IT support within an organisation. Duties include installation and maintenance of software and hardware, basic system administration and customer support.
Network Operations Technician
Network Operations Technicians assist with the analysis of data flow and the technical requirements and equipment that best suit an organisation's network and investigates the physical space requirements for network equipment.
Software Support Technician
Software Support Technicians provide technical advice and support to help people effectively use computer software.
Technical Officer (ICT)
Technical Officers (ICT) provide technical advice and support in all aspects of use of software and hardware, as well as assisting with updating of websites in a small business.
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.
- 01Certificate IIICertificate III in Information Technology13 providersAUD $6,000 - $9,920
- 02Certificate IV · This courseCertificate IV in Information Technology56 providersAUD $6,500 - $18,600
- 03DiplomaDiploma of Information Technology209 providersAUD $12,200 - $31,600
- 04Advanced DiplomaAdvanced Diploma of Information Technology216 providersAUD $13,200 - $30,000
- 05Associate DegreeAssociate Degree in Business Information Systems1 providerAUD $35,680
- 06Bachelor DegreeBachelor of Information Systems10 providersAUD $58,800 - $164,310
- 07Bachelor (Hons)Bachelor of Information Technology Bachelor of Laws (Honours)1 providerAUD $247,250
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