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Service Design: Elevate

Service Designers aim to create seamless and efficient service experiences. They holistically look at multichannel customer interactions with your brand. This also involves organising behind-the-scenes resources that enable your service to be delivered – your employees, processes and systems. This intensive, 100% online Service Design: Elevate course from...

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Product Management: Elevate

This Product Management: Elevate course from Academy Xi helps students develop the strategic mindset needed for successful physical and digital product management. Complement your existing professional expertise and boost your career with in-demand skills in Product Management. Product Managers are amongst the highest paid roles in the tech...

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Certified Cybersecurity Professional

Did you know that every 10 minutes a cybercrime is reported in Australia? Want to do your part to help combat the crime? Launch your career as a Certified Cybersecurity Professional with this 100% online course from Lumify Learn. The course is made up of three certifications, these...

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Change Management – Embrace Evolve Thrive

Growth can sometimes mean change, so what’s the best way to manage a business through change? With this Change Management short course from Australian Institute of Management (AIM) Education and Training you will discover a variety of tools to help you analyse, scope, plan and implement change programs...

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People Leadership

Learn how to apply a people perspective to decision-making and become an inspirational and authoritative leader with this People Leadership short course from Australian Institute of Management (AIM) Education and Training. If you live and breathe the organisation’s vision and values, you’ll inspire employees to deliver results. This...

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Applied Project Management Online

If you are involved in project planning or management at work and would like to gain knowledge that will allow you to optimise your performance and value to your organisation, then this Applied Project Management Online short course from Australian Institute of Management (AIM) Education and Training could...

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Project Management Fundamentals

If you’re currently in a role that involves some degree of project management, or are looking to move into a project management role, then this Project Management Fundamentals short course from Australian Institute of Management (AIM) Education and Training could be ideal for you. In this course, you’ll...

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Finance for Non-Finance Managers

Managers and leaders who have an understanding of their organisation’s financial position feel more confident in their business decision-making. This Finance for Non-Finance Managers short course from Australian Institute of Management (AIM) Education and Training introduces all aspects of financial management, from planning through to budget review and...

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UX UI Design: Elevate

If you have a knack for visual expression and are looking to get into UX and UI design, or are already a designer looking to boost your existing professional expertise with in-demand skills in User Experience Design (UX), User Interface Design (UI), Design Thinking and Human-Centred processes, then...

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Certified Data Science Professional

Take your first step towards an exciting career in an accelerating global industry with this online Certified Data Science Professional course from Lumify Learn. Designed for students with an interest but no prior experience in data science, this course is specifically designed to fast-track students to a new...

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Certified Digital Marketing Professional

Are you an aspiring growth marketer? The Certified Digital Marketing Professional course from Lumify Learn has a focus on digital marketing skills and includes valued and globally recognised certifications from the Digital Marketing Institute (DMI) and Google, the undisputed market leader in digital advertising. This course will take...

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UX UI Design: Transform

Build contemporary, in-demand skills and give your career a major boost with this UX UI Design: Transform course from Academy Xi. This course is specifically designed to give you practical skills you need to get your foot in the door of the web design sector. Te rigorous online...

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Software Engineering: Transform

Are you detail-oriented, love logical problem solving and have an interest in tech? Then Academy Xi’s Software Engineering: Transform qualification could be a gateway to an exciting career in software engineering. This comprehensive online program is designed to provide you with a thorough understanding of both theoretical principles...

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Graphic Design: Elevate

If you’re looking to grow your skill set in graphic design and stand out professionally, this course offers your first career step! Study the Graphic Design: Elevate course from Academy Xi and get equipped with the concepts, mindset, and practical experience required to design slick visual assets and...

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Certified Full Stack Developer

The new Certified Full Stack Developer course from Lumify Learn has been designed for aspiring software and application developers to take advantage of growing career opportunities. The course incorporates two globally recognised Python Institute and DevOps Institute certifications focusing on the fundamentals of Programming and DevOps foundation. Wrap...

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Certified Project Management Professional

Take the first step towards a career working professionally in project management with this online, three-month Certified Project Management Professional course from Lumify Learn. Designed for students with no prior academic or work experience, this course equips you with the foundation skills and knowledge required to work as...

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Certified Data Analytics Professional

It’s predicted that there will be 28% growth in the number of Data Analysts employed globally in the next 5 years (Seek, 15 June, 2022.) This 100% online Certified Data Analytics course from Lumify Learn is perfect for people who want to start a career built on data...

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Certified Salesforce Professional (Administrator)

Salesforce is the largest customer relationship management platform globally with revenue exceeding US$26 billion in 2022. Salesforce platform currently powers sales and customer service and relationship maintenance for over 150,000 companies across the globe, including behemoths such as Amazon, Toyota and Spotify. With Salesforce’s amazing growth over the...

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IT Service Management Professional

As the digital transformation revolutionises businesses across the planet, the demand for qualified IT service management (ITSM) professionals has skyrocketed. If you wish to take advantage of the created opportunities, then this IT Service Management Professional qualification from Lumify Learn could be an ideal place to start. Whether...

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AWS Cloud Computing Professional

The demand for cloud computing services has been increasing exponentially both in Australia and globally over the last few years, with the Australian cloud market expanding by 300% from 2018 to 2023, and with this growth comes an unprecedented demand for qualified and certified cloud computing professionals, presenting...

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About Short Courses

Don’t want to commit to long-term study? Upskill in a specific area in a fraction of the time when you sign up to a short course!

Courses range from just a few hours of study to one year, and are ideal for boosting your qualifications and giving you a competitive edge; or simply if you feel like getting creative and want to learn a new skill. Best of all, taking on a short course means a smaller study load, making it easy to slot in without cramping your lifestyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a short course?

Short courses are bite-sized training programs designed to help you learn specific skills quickly—usually in weeks, not years. Browse available short courses.

Are short courses accredited?

Some are accredited (leading to formal qualifications), while others are non-accredited and great for general skill building. Check course details or verify recognition via training.gov.au.

How long does a short course take?

They usually run anywhere from a few hours to 12 weeks. Many are flexible and can be completed online at your own pace. See online short courses.

Can a short course help me get a job?

Yes! Short courses are a fast way to gain or refresh job-ready skills, particularly in areas like admin, hospitality, aged care or IT. Explore job-ready training options.

Is government funding available for short courses?

Sometimes. Programs like JobTrainer offer subsidised short courses in high-demand areas. Check your eligibility at MySkills.gov.au.

Short Courses

Service Design: Elevate

Product Management: Elevate

Certified Cybersecurity Professional

Change Management – Embrace Evolve Thrive

People Leadership

Applied Project Management Online

Project Management Fundamentals

Finance for Non-Finance Managers

UX UI Design: Elevate

Certified Data Science Professional

Certified Digital Marketing Professional

UX UI Design: Transform

Software Engineering: Transform

Graphic Design: Elevate

Certified Full Stack Developer

Certified Project Management Professional

Certified Data Analytics Professional

Certified Salesforce Professional (Administrator)

IT Service Management Professional

AWS Cloud Computing Professional

What is a short course?

Are short courses accredited?

How long does a short course take?

Can a short course help me get a job?

Is government funding available for short courses?

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