Library and Information Services – Certificate III
Certificate III level trainees will use a broad range of skills and knowledge in a wide variety of environments. At the core level trainees will deliver a service to customers, operate application software packages and develop and apply knowledge of information and cultural services. Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification.
| HSC credit | ATAR pathway |
|---|---|
4 |
No |
Outcome on completion of your HSC
- Certificate III in Business (Library and Information Services) qualification BSB30420 in BSB Business Services Training Package.
- A career path into the Library and Information Services and related sectors.
- Articulation into a Traineeship in Certificate IV Business (Library and Information Services) BSB40720.
Course delivery
- 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 in Library and Information Services.
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
Library and Information Science – Certificate III |
No |
Unit credit towards your HSC for the formal training component (VET course) is currently being determined by NESA. |
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 or visit our Internet site at education.nsw.gov.au/sbat.
