Information Technology – Certificate III
Trainees undertaking Certificate III in Information Technology will gain the skills and knowledge to competently work in a wide range of general information and communications technology (ICT) technical functions and achieve a degree of self-sufficiency as an advanced ICT user.
HSC credit | ATAR pathway |
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Min 4 - Max 6 | Yes |
Trainees undertaking Certificate III in Information Technology will gain the skills and knowledge to competently work in a wide range of general information and communications technology (ICT) technical functions and achieve a degree of self-sufficiency as an advanced ICT user. Trainees at this level will support information technology activities in the workplace across a wide range of ICT areas, including animation, cloud computing, cyber security awareness, technical support, network administration, web technologies, software applications and digital media technologies.
Outcome on completion of your HSC
- Certificate III in Information Technology ICT30120 in ICT Integrated Telecommunications Training Package.
- A career path into the information technology and communications industry.
- Advanced standing into Certificate IV in Information and Communications Technology courses.
Course delivery
- Both on the job and off the job and can be delivered face-to-face, flexibly or mixed mode.
- The SBT term is calculated in months from the date of commencement to 31 December of the HSC year.
Commitment required
- Undertake a minimum of 100 days in paid employment and training.
- Undertake Certificate III Information Technology course as part of your HSC.
- The employment and training can be undertaken during school time, after school and during school holidays.
How will you be assessed?
- Both on the job and off the job through written tests, project work and practical exercises.
Course | ATAR eligibility | HSC unit credit |
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Information Technology Certificate III |
Yes |
Minimum 4 and maximum of 6 units over two years towards your HSC for the formal training component (VET course). |
Industry-based Learning course (optional) |
No |
This optional course recognises the significant work component involved in the school based apprenticeship. The course offers an additional 4 units credit towards your HSC. This HSC VET course does not contribute towards the calculation of the ATAR. |
For further information about how to sign up to this school based apprenticeship please speak with your Careers Adviser.