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CHC40421

Provider logo: Open Colleges Australia

Certificate IV in Youth Work

The online CHC40421 Certificate IV in Youth Work course offered through Open Colleges in association with Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd (RTO: 90197), provides a framework for working with, supporting and empowering children and young people. Additionally, Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative makes finding required work placement easy.

This comprehensive certificate program will guide you through the social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and protection needs of young people, as well as how to work effectively with community services, and anticipate and respond to potentially critical situations.

You will gain an understanding of duty-of-care responsibilities, as well as the skills to help young people identify and self-manage some of the challenging issues they face.

Practical component

Students are required to undertake a work placement of 120 hours in order to demonstrate their competencies in the practical components of the course work.

Upon graduation, the CHC40421 Certificate IV in Youth Work will be issued by Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd.

160 hours of work placement is required to complete this course – made easy with Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative. In partnership with leading provider SkilTrak, Open Colleges organises your work placement for you while you focus on study, ensuring students gain real-world experience in their dream career – close to home.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service course, it is not government funded.

HLT35021

Provider logo: Open Colleges Australia

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Studying this online HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting, offered in conjunction with Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd (RTO: 90197), provides you with the education and training to develop your skills as a professional dental assistant. Additionally, Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative makes finding required work placement easy.

In this certificate course, you will develop skills in all aspects of dental assistance, including infection control and OH&S procedures, operation and maintenance of dental instruments, processing and storing of radiographic film and equipment, and cleaning and sterilising of instruments and treatment rooms.

You will also gain knowledge and understanding of first aid requirements and the disposal of surgery waste. In addition, this online dental assisting program will give you the administrative and communication skills required of a modern dental assistant, and a solid understanding of diverse patient care requirements.

Administrative training in how to manage appointments, process payments and maintain accurate client records will complement the more technical aspects of the course.

35o hours of work placement is required to complete this course – made easy with Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative. In partnership with leading provider SkilTrak, Open Colleges organises your work placement for you while you focus on study, ensuring students gain real-world experience in their dream career – close to home.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service course, it is not government funded.

CHC43315

Provider logo: Open Colleges Australia

Certificate IV in Mental Health

The online CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health course from Open Colleges in association with Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd (RTO: 90197), teaches you the essential skills needed to work in mental health services. Additionally, Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative makes finding required work placement easy.

Ideal for those already working in the sector or individuals looking to enter the field for the first time, this online course provides students with the skills to understand mental health diagnoses, establish communication with clients to support recovery, reflect cultural awareness in work practice, and provide effective intervention for individuals at risk of self-harm or suicide.

Students will also develop the competencies to support clients with a dual diagnosis and liaise with other support services to address co-existing issues. Successful completion of this certificate will enable you to apply evidence-based theory to the development of community rehabilitation programs and work to create a greater awareness of the importance of promoting positive mental health practices.

Practical work placement

This certificate includes a mandatory work placement of at least 120 hours, in order to acquire essential practical skills. You will be required to source your own placement with an organisation involved in the delivery of mental health services.

The Certificate IV will be issued by from Open Colleges in association with Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd.

120 hours of work placement is required to complete this course – made easy with Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative. In partnership with leading provider SkilTrak, Open Colleges organises your work placement for you while you focus on study, ensuring students gain real-world experience in their dream career – close to home.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service course, it is not government funded.

CHC43215

Provider logo: Open Colleges Australia

Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs

Study the online CHC43215 Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs offered by Open Colleges in association with Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd (RTO: 90197), and gain the transferable skills to work across a range of community services settings, including the mental health and youth work sectors. Additionally, Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative makes finding required work placement easy.

For all support workers and care staff, or those aspiring to become one, this course will equip you with specialised knowledge in dealing with alcohol and other drug-related problems.

Learn how to provide case management services, withdrawing and intervention activities and deal with mental health issues. With a focus on outreach work and community work, this course will teach you the skills to deal with clients facing drug-related health issues who are attempting to get their lives back on track.

120 hours of work placement is required to complete this course – made easy with Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative. In partnership with leading provider SkilTrak, Open Colleges organises your work placement for you while you focus on study, ensuring students gain real-world experience in their dream career – close to home.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service course, it is not government funded.

CPC40120

Provider logo: Open Colleges Australia

Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)

Give your career in building the best foundation with the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) from Open Colleges! Designed to help working trades professionals and newcomers to the construction industry become licensed builders without the hassle of full-time classes, this course is delivered entirely online to ensure ultimate flexibility and the freedom to study at your own pace.

The course is designed to give you a solid understanding of building fundamentals and structural principles for residential and commercial low rise construction projects. Learn how to prepare simple building sketches, interpret plans and specs, estimate costs for a range of projects, prepare contracts, plan construction work, select and procure the correct construction materials and conduct on-site supervision of construction works.

The course also covers building codes and standards, WHS protocols on construction sites, and how to comply with legal requirements and resolve business disputes. Upon completion of this course, you will have met the educational requirements needed for registration as a licensed builder in Queensland, Tasmania, the ACT and the Northern Territory. NSW Fair Trading, the SA Consumer and Business Services (CBS), the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) and Builders Registration Board of WA might evaluate this qualification as part of a broader consideration of your experience and knowledge for registration as a licensed builder. As licensing varies from state to state, there may be extra requirements necessary to register. Please ensure you refer to your state’s licencing requirements.

PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run RTO, not government-run like a TAFE, so they cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrolment with Open Colleges.

HLT45021

Foundation Education

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting

HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting course is a fantastic way to up-skill and create new opportunities for people who have completed their Certificate III in Dental Assisting. This practical course is designed to ensure that you gain advanced skills in areas such as equipment sterilisation, managing reusable medical equipment and clinical photography. You will also gain an in-depth understanding of required medical terminology as well as practical skills such as first aid.

When completed, the course will give you access to a variety of dental care industry positions, such as Dental Assistant, Dental Therapy Assistant and Dental Sterilisation Nurse.

Practical component

There are no mandatory workplace hours to complete this qualification. However, Students must have access to a dental practice, equipment for sterilisation, imaging equipment and a qualified supervisor i.e. a person who holds Certificate IV in Dental Assisting or a higher relevant qualification to complete their course.

To successfully complete the units’ assessment requirements, students must have access to a suitably equipped dental clinic. This includes specific equipment necessary for hands-on practice and assessment. If you are unsure whether your clinic meets the necessary requirements, please contact Foundation Education for further details and a comprehensive list of required equipment.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service program, it is not government funded.

HLT47321

Foundation Education

Certificate IV in Health Administration

The nationally accredited HLT47321 Certificate IV in Health Administration  teaches you how to understand and apply medical terminology, lead effective workplace relationships, communicate effectively with clients and work in a culturally diverse environment.

With a HLT47321 Certificate IV in Health Administration you’ll be able to perform a range of administrative functions in health services, both autonomously and as a senior member of staff in an administrative team. You may find yourself working in medical institutions, such as clinics, hospitals, community health centres and private practices. Once you’ve attained this online health care qualification, you can also choose to continue your studies and expand your career opportunities with a Diploma of Practice Management.

Complete this course online, at your own pace, with flexibility that could see you complete your qualification in 12 months or less.

You’ll be required to complete practical tasks under the direction of a qualified supervisor as indicated in the assessment requirements of each unit of competency. This includes the completion of task documents and templates, which you must complete with observation tasks. This assessment must be completed in a pre-approved health administration workplace under the direct supervision of a suitably qualified, pre-approved workplace supervisor or supervisors.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service program, it is not government funded.

HLT45021

Foundation Education

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Dental Radiography)

The HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Dental Radiography), will provide you with the essential skills and knowledge you need to become a Dental Radiographer and assist Dentists undertaking dental procedures. You will learn specialist radiation biology and protection skills to take clinical photographs and prepare and produce a prescribed dental radiographic image, as well as being able to interpret and apply medical terminology. You will graduate with job ready skills that will allow you to work in a range of sectors, including dental, oral surgery, orthodontics and community health clinics.

Dental Assistants are imperative to all aspects of a dental practice, as they ensure that high standards of quality patient care are met. If you’re looking for flexible working hours, Dental Assisting is a great option, as many practices offer casual and part-time work.

Students will complete a range of assessments including quizzes, assignments, case studies, knowledge questions, and practical observation tasks to demonstrate their understanding and real-world application of course content.

Work Placement

There are no mandatory workplace hours to complete this qualification. However, students must have access to a dental practice, equipment for sterilisation, imaging equipment and a qualified supervisor i.e. a person who holds Certificate IV in Dental Assisting or a higher relevant qualification to complete their course.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service program, it is not government funded.

AHC30716

Provider logo: Open Colleges Australia

Certificate III in Horticulture

The AHC30716 Certificate III in Horticulture offered by Open Colleges equips students with the fundamental skills needed for working in the horticulture and landscaping industries. For those who take this course, Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative makes finding required work placement easy.

Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to: recognise plants, prepare plant specimens and plant trees and shrubs; install and maintain plant displays and nursery plants; implement soil improvements for plant and turf areas, and plant nutrition programs; conduct site inspections and operational inspections of park facilities; control weeds, plant pests, diseases and disorders; and implement a grassed area maintenance program.

This course is delivered online with a work-based project component. This means you’ll be developing your knowledge and skills partly through online learning, and partly through practical projects in a real-life workplace setting (such as a local council, golf course, park, sporting field or resort).

90 hours of work placement is required to complete this course – made easy with Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative. In partnership with leading provider SkilTrak, Open Colleges organises your work placement for you while you focus on study, ensuring students gain real-world experience in their dream career – close to home.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service course, it is not government funded.

Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrolment with Open Colleges.

CHC40221

Provider logo: MCIE – Melbourne College of International Education

Certificate IV in School Based Education Support (VIC only)

Turn your love for children into a rewarding professional career with this CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support qualification from Melbourne City Institute of Education (MCIE).

Designed for anyone seeking to start a career working for the care and development of school-aged children, this nationally recognised course provides the fundamental knowledge, skills and experience you’ll need to thrive in the exciting and challenging world of child development.

You’ll learn key aspects of child care, including responding to risks, maintaining a safe and healthy environment, providing healthy food and drinks, and using approved learning frameworks to guide children’s learning, development and participation. You’ll be equipped with the skills to work in a team guiding children’s play and leisure, ensuring all children under the care of your team have a safe, happy and fulfilling experience in your care.

With theoretical study complementing 120 hours of practical work placement, this relevant qualification will ensure you graduate ready to work and with the skills to stand out in a competitive job market. Classes are delivered both during the week and on weekends, ensuring learning fits in with your lifestyle.

This course can be delivered on campus or as a blended delivery training with a mix of face-to-face sessions on campus and virtual sessions, with a minimum of one session on campus per month to provide you with practical training in a face-to-face learning environment. It is available to study at the MCIE campus in Melbourne, and should take around 42 weeks to complete.

120 hours of work placement is required to complete this course.

About Certificate Courses

Certification courses are typically specialised in a single skill set or field. The great thing about a certificate is they are generally considered entry-level which means minimal prerequisites! Start with a Certificate I and build your skills and understanding by progressing to a Certificate II, III or IV. Wanting to get into a trade, beauty, community services, hospitality or fitness? A certificate can get you qualified! Alternatively, a certificate is a great pathway for getting accepted into a degree program.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Certificate qualification in Australia?

Certificate courses in Australia are nationally recognised training programs that equip you with practical skills to enter or advance in a career. They range from Certificate I to IV, with Certificate III and IV being the most popular for those entering trades, administration, community services, and more. Explore all Certificate courses here.

How long does a Certificate course take to complete?

Depending on the level and mode of study, Certificate courses typically take between 6 and 18 months. Online and part-time options can offer more flexibility for those balancing study with work or other commitments.

Can Certificate courses help me change careers?

Absolutely! Many Australians use Certificate courses as a gateway into a new career. Whether you’re looking to break into aged care, IT, or business admin, a Certificate course gives you the qualifications to start strong. Check out career change pathways.

What jobs can I get with a Certificate III or IV?

Popular career outcomes include aged care worker, admin assistant, IT support technician, and early childhood educator. Check the MySkills.gov.au site for specific job outcomes tied to Certificate qualifications.

Is online study available for Certificate courses?

Yes! Many Certificate courses are offered 100% online, giving you the flexibility to study from anywhere in Australia. Browse our online course listings for flexible learning options.