Entry requirements
Entry requirements for the Certificate IV in Information Technology vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers
Course fees
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
Government funding may be available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility depends on your location, employment status, and whether the course and provider are approved for funding.
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- ACT Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the ACT Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Information Technology will prepare you for the following roles.
Service Desk Analyst
Service Desk Analysts troubleshoot faults and provide technical support for computer software, cyber-networks, hardware, and infrastructure. They w...
Systems Tester
Systems Testers test the integrity, functionality, and behaviour of computer software and apps. They create test plans and write test test scripts,...
IT Support Officer
An IT Support Officer provides advice and recommendations on information technology issues. You may guide clients through IT problems and perform r...
Application Support Analyst
An Application Support Analyst provides technical support for software applications, ensuring smooth operation and user satisfaction. You’ll troubl...
IT Specialist
An IT Specialist manages and supports an organisation's technology infrastructure. You might work in various industries, ensuring that systems run...
Software Developer
Software Developers create computer programs and apps, usually collaborating with large project teams of corporate clients, other developers, and i...
Web Developer
Web Developers create and maintain complex websites using web programming languages and a range of software and database technologies. Their focus...
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