
How do I become a trainee records officer?
Certificate III in Business
- There are no mandated entry requirements.




Certificate III in Accounts Administration
- There are no mandated entry requirements.








Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber Security)
- There are no mandated entry requirements.








Bachelor of Information Technology (Information Systems)
- There are no mandated entry requirements.


Bachelor of Legal Services
- There are no mandated entry requirements.

Bachelor of Information Technology (Data Engineering)
- There are no mandated entry requirements.

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Records Manager
A Records Manager ensures compliance in managing an organisation's records, developing policies, securing accessibility, and training staff.
Common questions
How much does a Trainee Records Officer earn?
In Australia, a full time Trainee Records Officer generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Trainee Records Officer?
There are currently 2,000 people working as a records officer in Australia and a small number of them will be Trainee Records Officers. The number of people in this industry has dropped slightly over the last five years. Trainee Records Officers can find work in all areas of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Trainee Records Officer?
If you’re thinking of starting a career as a Trainee Records Officer you could enrol in a Certificate III in Recordkeeping. This 12 month course will introduce you to all aspects of record keeping including classifying, registering and tracking information records. You’ll cover topics such as record keeping procedures, quality programs and responsible disposal of records.
Further reading


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