Government and Public Sector Courses

Security Guard Security Officer CCTV Operator Marriage Celebrant Civil Celebrant Biosecurity Officer Government Investigator Street Cleaner Waste Management Officer Intelligence Officer

Study areas

Arts and Culture

Discover how to turn your passion for literature, arts, and culture into a fulfilling career with courses in library, museum, and gallery management.

Career opportunities Library Assistant Museum Assistant Curator Librarian Archivist Museum Curator Heritage Consultant Historian Art Historian Conservator Heritage Specialist Art Curator Gallery Manager Senior Curator Museum Director Museum Administrator Cultural Advisor Historical Researcher Gallery Curator Festival Producer Theatre Director View all

Australian Defence Force

Learn how to meet the Australian Defence Force's standards and enhance your application with nationally recognised courses in fields like IT, comm...

Career opportunities Australian Defence Force Worker Human Resources Manager Logistics Administrator Administrative Coordinator Aviation Manager Aeronautical Engineer Drone Operator Helicopter Pilot Firefighter Cyber Security Consultant Aerospace Engineer Mechanical Engineer Ambulance Service Paramedic Dentist View all

Border Security & Customs

Gain expertise in legislation, policy, and procedures, preparing for roles from officer assistants to protection officers, with prospects of impactful...

Career opportunities Security Guard Security Officer CCTV Operator Customs and Border Protection Officer Security Consultant Security Manager Biosecurity Officer Customs Broker National Security Adviser Security Dog Handler Intelligence Officer View all

Celebrancy

Learn how to craft unforgettable moments as a civil celebrant, specialising in conducting weddings, funerals, and various ceremonies.

Career opportunities Marriage Celebrant Civil Celebrant

Correctional Services

Learn how to make a real difference in correctional services, gaining skills in negotiation, conflict resolution, and understanding the Australian leg...

Career opportunities Prison Officer Correctional Officer Correctional Supervisor Correctional Case Manager Correctional Emergency Response Officer Community Corrections Officer Criminologist Parole Officer Probation Officer View all

Local Government

Drive community change and lead in the public sector with accredited local government courses, covering leadership, compliance, and supervision.

Career opportunities Public Servant Local Government Administration Officer Local Government Customer Service Assistant Community Engagement Officer Government Accountant Local Government Officer Local Government Project Manager Council Member Investigation Manager Workplace Inspector Council Maintenance Worker Senior Rates Officer Senior Compliance Officer Planning Officer Environmental Health Officer Government Policy Advisor Policy Adviser Policy Officer Policy Analyst Government Consultant Diplomat Public Health Officer International Development Worker Policy Specialist Political Adviser Public Service Officer Policymaker Community Engagement Coordinator Government Relations Manager Government Agent Foreign Affairs Adviser Policy Writer Policy Researcher Public Health Researcher Lobbyist Human Rights Officer Political Analyst Ministerial Advisor Ministerial Liaison Officer Human Rights Advocate Foreign Service Officer Policy Manager Senior Policy Officer Public Health Consultant Public Administrator Political Consultant Public Health Analyst International Development Consultant Public Affairs Consultant Government Investigator View all

Police and Law Enforcement

Learn how you can make a difference in law enforcement, specialising in areas such as criminal law, social justice, and conflict resolution.

Career opportunities Police Officer Duty Manager (Police Force) Project Manager (Police Force) Crime Prevention Officer Law Enforcement Officer Detective Crime Analyst Chief of Police Police Sergeant Sheriff View all

Public Safety

Safeguard communities and make an impact in public safety. Specialise in areas like emergency services, law enforcement, and disaster management.

Career opportunities Volunteer Firefighter Firefighter Fire Warden Chief Warden Law Enforcement Officer Public Affairs Consultant View all

Recycling and Waste Management

Contribute to a sustainable future in waste management, specialising in roles from recycling plant operations to garbage truck driving.

Career opportunities Footpath Sweeper Street Cleaner Waste Management Officer Recycling Officer Landfill Supervisor View all

Water Management

Get the skills you need to work at water treatment plants as a trainee, general hand, team leader, or senior manager.

Career opportunities Surface Water Operator Water Plant Operator Assistant Wastewater Plant Operator Assistant Water Treatment Technician Water Plant Operator Wastewater Plant Operator Hydrographer Water Treatment Supervisor Dam Operations Manager Irrigation Water Supervisor Water Networks Supervisor Trade Waste Officer Catchment Officer Irrigation Field Officer Water Networks Operator Construction Worker (Water Infrastructure) View all

Popular education and training courses

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CPP20218

Certificate II in Security Operations
On Campus, Online
3 weeks
$20 - $1,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CCTV Operator Security Officer Security Guard
Bodyguard Crowd Controller
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CCTV Operator Security Officer Security Guard Bodyguard Crowd Controller + 2 more
BSB50320

Diploma of Human Resource Management
Online
12 months
$0 - $4,095
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Compensation and Benefits Manager Recruitment Manager Talent Acquisition Manager
Organisational Development Consultant Employee Relations Manager HR Business Partner Human Resources Director Learning and Development Manager Human Resources Manager
+ 6 more
CPP30321

Certificate III in Cleaning Operations
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 months
$0 - $2,880
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Laundry Worker Housekeeper Commercial Cleaner
Cleaner Street Cleaner
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Laundry Worker Housekeeper Commercial Cleaner Cleaner Street Cleaner + 2 more
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business (Administration)
Online
12 months
$2,880 - $4,361
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ticketing Coordinator Local Government Administration Officer Executive Assistant
Administration Officer Data Entry Operator Receptionist Customer Service Officer Accounts Clerk Business Administrator Administrative Assistant
+ 7 more
BSB60420

Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
Online
18 months
$4,595 - $8,568
  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above from the BSB Training Package
Additional requirements may apply.
Area Manager Regional Manager Human Resources Manager
General Manager Research and Development Manager Change Management Consultant Development Manager Digital Transformation Manager
+ 5 more
  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above from the BSB Training Package
Additional requirements may apply.
Area Manager Regional Manager Human Resources Manager General Manager Research and Development Manager Change Management Consultant Development Manager Digital Transformation Manager + 5 more

Master of Engineering (Mechanical)
On Campus, Online
24 months
$25,440
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Product Development Engineer Automotive Engineer Manufacturing Engineer
Mechanical Engineer Design Engineer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Product Development Engineer Automotive Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Mechanical Engineer Design Engineer + 2 more

Bachelor of Science (Mechanical Engineering)
On Campus, Online
36 months
$37,908
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Process Engineer Robotics Engineer Mechanical Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer Product Development Engineer Automotive Engineer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Process Engineer Robotics Engineer Mechanical Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Product Development Engineer Automotive Engineer + 3 more
PSP40416

Certificate IV in Government Investigations
Online
12 months
$2,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biosecurity Officer Investigator Compliance Coordinator
Compliance Officer Government Investigator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biosecurity Officer Investigator Compliance Coordinator Compliance Officer Government Investigator + 2 more
11130NAT

Certificate IV in Environmentally Sustainable Management
Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Waste Management Officer Environmental Officer Sustainability Officer
Sustainability Advisor
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Waste Management Officer Environmental Officer Sustainability Officer Sustainability Advisor + 1 more
CPP30619

Certificate III in Investigative Services
Online
16 months
$1,795
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Private Investigator Investigator Security Officer
Criminal Investigator Intelligence Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Private Investigator Investigator Security Officer Criminal Investigator Intelligence Officer + 2 more
CPP40919

Certificate IV in Waste Management
Blended, On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sustainability Manager Environmental Compliance Officer Environmental Officer
Waste Management Officer Landfill Supervisor
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sustainability Manager Environmental Compliance Officer Environmental Officer Waste Management Officer Landfill Supervisor + 2 more
CPP31418

Certificate III in Close Protection Operations
Blended, On Campus
3 weeks
$1,795
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Officer Security Guard Bodyguard
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Officer Security Guard Bodyguard
CPP40719

Certificate IV in Security Management
Online
12 months
$2,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Manager Security Consultant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Manager Security Consultant
PSP40316

Certificate IV in Government Security (Personnel Vetting)
Online
12 months
$2,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
National Security Adviser Intelligence Officer Security Consultant
Customs and Border Protection Officer Compliance Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
National Security Adviser Intelligence Officer Security Consultant Customs and Border Protection Officer Compliance Officer + 2 more
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business (Customer Engagement)
Blended, On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sales Representative Sales Consultant Help Desk Support
Concierge Customer Service Representative Local Government Customer Service Assistant Client Services Officer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sales Representative Sales Consultant Help Desk Support Concierge Customer Service Representative Local Government Customer Service Assistant Client Services Officer + 4 more
AHC30722

Certificate III in Horticulture
On Campus
12 months
$2,700 - $15,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nursery Hand Landscape Labourer Garden Labourer
Nurseryperson Greenkeeper Groundsperson Irrigation Assistant Council Maintenance Worker
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nursery Hand Landscape Labourer Garden Labourer Nurseryperson Greenkeeper Groundsperson Irrigation Assistant Council Maintenance Worker + 5 more
AVI20118

Certificate II in Transport Security Protection
Blended, On Campus
7 days
$51 - $1,750
  • Must pass a valid background check before accessing security-restricted resources for AVIG0001: Work in a transport security environment.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Guard Security Officer Air Cargo Examination Officer
  • Must pass a valid background check before accessing security-restricted resources for AVIG0001: Work in a transport security environment.
  • Must pass a valid background check before accessing security-restricted resources for AVIG0001: Work in a transport security environment.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Guard Security Officer Air Cargo Examination Officer
PSP50316

Diploma of Government Security
Online
12 months
$3,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Officer Security Consultant Security Manager
Security Analyst Intelligence Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Officer Security Consultant Security Manager Security Analyst Intelligence Officer + 2 more

Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical)
Online
12 months
$12,738
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Design Engineer Project Engineer Maintenance Engineer
Production Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Mechanical Engineer Plant Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Design Engineer Project Engineer Maintenance Engineer Production Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Mechanical Engineer Plant Engineer + 4 more

Professional Certificate of Competency in Dual Fuel Engines
Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Maintenance Manager Marine Surveyor Power Systems Engineer
Marine Engineer Mechanical Engineer Systems Engineer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Maintenance Manager Marine Surveyor Power Systems Engineer Marine Engineer Mechanical Engineer Systems Engineer + 3 more
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What type of course is right for me?

Vocational Education and Training

VET is designed to teach you workplace knowledge and practical learning to ensure you are job-ready in the skills employers need.

VET courses are nationally recognised and delivered by Registered Training Organisations (RTO).

  • Job-ready skills
  • Nationally recognised qualification
  • Shorter course durations
  • Lower entry requirements

Higher Education

Higher education is focused on academic and theoretical studies and can lead to a broad range of professional careers.

Higher education courses are nationally recognised and delivered by universities.

 

  • Broad career options
  • Nationally recognised qualification
  • Longer course durations
  • Higher entry requirements

Industry Training

Industry training is designed with direct input from industry experts and employers, ensuring the content is relevant to current job market trends.

Industry courses do not lead to a formal qualification but many offer industry recognised certifications.

  • Specialised skills
  • Industry recognised
  • Shorter course durations
  • Lower entry requirements

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