ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology

Duration

  • Enrolments valid for 12 months

Course Info

  • Study online
  • Supported environment
  • Multi-award winning

Support participants into a growing yech industry

With more businesses relying on technology to operate and share information, demand for skilled IT support workers is growing. This nationally recognised course helps participants build practical skills to work with computer systems, assist users, and understand how to keep information safe.

Learning outcomes

Throughout the course, learners will take part in hands-on activities that reflect real IT tasks.

They’ll learn how to set up and maintain devices, solve technical problems, and follow safe online practices. The course also introduces cyber awareness – helping participants understand how to protect data and support digital systems in the workplace.

This course suits participants who are curious about technology and want to explore entry-level roles in IT support, user assistance, or system maintenance. Participants often move into roles such as:

  • Help desk assistant
  • ICT operations assistant
  • ICT user support
  • PC support
  • Technical support
  • IT security assistant
  • IT administration assistant

To successfully complete the course, all units and assessments must be finished. A Certificate of Competency will be issued once all requirements are met.

If you are a student looking to enrol in the course, please contact your Employment Consultant.

Learning pathway

This pathway focuses on building a wide range of skills for ICT roles. Learners will take part in simulated workplace activities designed to help them practise real-world tasks and develop job-ready performance skills.

Semester 1: Students learn about personal and professional practices to improve operational outputs, including critical thinking, communication, and team collaboration. They develop their skills in programming techniques. These skills are essential for people working in information technology.

Semester 2: Students develop knowledge of internet protocols and how to secure information. They learn how to improve cyber security awareness amongst colleagues, and best practices for spotting and avoiding potential threats.

What makes this course stand out is the hands-on experience. Learners get to work in a simulated business environment, where they can apply what they’ve learned and build confidence. They’ll also have access to helpful business documents, templates, and step-by-step guides for roleplay activities – everything they need to succeed.

Course outline

Semester 1

Establishing effective work practices

BSBPEF201

Support personal wellbeing in the workplace

BSBXTW301

Work in a team

BSBWHS311

Assist with maintaining workplace safety

BSBCRT301

Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills

Providing IT services

ICTSAS305

Provide ICT advice to clients

ICTPRG302

Apply introductory programming techniques

Semester 2

Securing information

ICTSAS305

Provide ICT advice to clients

BSBXCS303

Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information

Applying cyber security

ICTSAS215

Protect and secure information assets

BSBXCS402

Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices

BSBXCS302

Identify and report online security threats

BSBXCS403

Contribute to cyber security threat assessments

Delivery

  • 100% Online – Learn Anytime, Anywhere.
  • Our short lessons are easy to follow and visually engaging. They include helpful videos and job aids to make learning simple and practical.

  • All course materials are mobile-friendly, so learners can study on the go — whether they’re on the train, at the park, or relaxing at home.
  • Plus, to give them an extra edge, learners also get access to job-readiness short courses that build skills for a range of roles.

Why study with us?

  • Engaging and Supportive Learning.

  • Our easy-to-use online platform helps learners stay organised and track their progress. The experience is interactive, practical, and designed to keep learners motivated from start to finish.

Equipment and resources

Participants will need access to the following equipment to complete this course: 

  • Computer with Internet access
  • Device with in-built camera, such as a smartphone
  • Applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Programming software, including Python and PyCharm
  • Basic LAN wire tester
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader