Government and Public Sector Courses

Security Guard Security Officer CCTV Operator Community Corrections Officer Ambulance Service Paramedic Marriage Celebrant Civil Celebrant Security Consultant Biosecurity Officer Prison 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 Cultural Heritage Officer 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 Aerospace Systems 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 Intelligence Analyst 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 Manager of Corporate Services 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 Health Policy Analyst Public Health Analyst International Development Consultant Public Affairs Consultant 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 Waste Management Supervisor 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
3 weeks
$20 - $1,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Guard Security Officer CCTV Operator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Guard Security Officer CCTV Operator
CHC52021

Diploma of Community Services
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 18 months
$100 - $15,631
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Intake Worker Aboriginal Community Care Worker Community Development Worker
Senior Support Worker Family Support Worker Housing Officer Community Care Worker Welfare Worker Youth Justice Officer Outreach Worker Support Worker Case Manager Community Corrections Officer
+ 10 more
HLT51020

Diploma of Emergency Health Care
Blended
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Emergency Medical Dispatcher Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Ambulance Service Paramedic
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Emergency Medical Dispatcher Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Ambulance Service Paramedic
CHC42021

Certificate IV in Community Services
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$100 - $4,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Intake Worker Mental Health Support Worker Community Support Worker
Family Support Worker Youth Worker Community Corrections Officer Community Development Worker Residential Care Worker Case Manager Support Worker Outreach Worker Youth Justice Officer Community Care Worker Residential Care Officer Youth Case Worker Welfare Worker Housing Officer Senior Support Worker Peer Support Worker Volunteer Coordinator Aboriginal Community Care Worker
+ 18 more
PSP40316

Certificate IV in Government Security (Personnel Vetting)
Online
12 months
$3,928
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Consultant Security Officer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Consultant Security Officer
PSP40416

Certificate IV in Government Investigations
Online
12 months
$4,170
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Private Investigator Biosecurity Officer Compliance Officer
Compliance Coordinator Review Officer Compliance Specialist
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Private Investigator Biosecurity Officer Compliance Officer Compliance Coordinator Review Officer Compliance Specialist + 3 more
TLI50221

Diploma of Logistics
Online
24 months
$3,695
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Procurement Specialist Logistician Logistics Manager
Logistics Officer Logistics Administrator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Procurement Specialist Logistician Logistics Manager Logistics Officer Logistics Administrator + 2 more
BSB50320

Diploma of Human Resource Management
Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $4,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Director Human Resources Manager Human Resources Assistant
Payroll Officer
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Director Human Resources Manager Human Resources Assistant Payroll Officer + 1 more
BSB40820

Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication
Online
8 months
$3,695
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Presales Consultant Copywriter Brand Ambassador
Public Relations Officer Marketing Coordinator Digital Marketing Assistant Social Media Manager Community Engagement Officer Marketing Officer Marketing Assistant Content Manager
+ 8 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Presales Consultant Copywriter Brand Ambassador Public Relations Officer Marketing Coordinator Digital Marketing Assistant Social Media Manager Community Engagement Officer Marketing Officer Marketing Assistant Content Manager + 8 more
AVI20118

Certificate II in Transport Security Protection
Blended, On Campus
3 weeks
$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.
Customs and Border Protection Officer Security Guard Security 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.
Customs and Border Protection Officer Security Guard Security Officer
CPP31418

Certificate III in Close Protection Operations
Blended, On Campus
3 weeks
$2,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Bodyguard Security Officer Security Guard
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Bodyguard Security Officer Security Guard

Graduate Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
Online
6 months
$5,094
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Automation Engineer Manufacturing Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Automation Engineer Manufacturing Engineer
BSB60420

Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
Online
18 months
$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.
Talent Acquisition Specialist Team Administrator Human Resources Manager
Senior Administrator General Manager Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Area Manager Regional 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.
Talent Acquisition Specialist Team Administrator Human Resources Manager Senior Administrator General Manager Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Area Manager Regional Manager + 5 more
52884WA

Advanced Diploma of Mechanical Engineering Technology
Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Field Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Field Engineer
PSP50416

Diploma of Government Investigations
Online
12 months
$4,885
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Investigation Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Investigation Manager
PSP50316

Diploma of Government Security
Online
12 months
$4,885
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Security Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Security Manager
CPP31318

Certificate III in Security Operations
On Campus
3 weeks
Unavailable
  • Must hold a current Security Officers licensing in the relevant jurisdiction.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Officer Security Guard
  • Must hold a current Security Officers licensing in the relevant jurisdiction.
  • Must hold a current Security Officers licensing in the relevant jurisdiction.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Officer Security Guard
BSB50320 & BSB50120

Dual Diploma of Human Resource Management & Diploma of Business (Operations)
Online
12 months
$4,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager

Doctor of Engineering
On Campus, Online
36 months
$36,000 - $38,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Manufacturing Engineer Research Engineer Chief Engineer
Project Manager Mechanical Engineer Automation Engineer Plant Engineer Renewable Energy Engineer Planning Engineer Civil Engineer
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Manufacturing Engineer Research Engineer Chief Engineer Project Manager Mechanical Engineer Automation Engineer Plant Engineer Renewable Energy Engineer Planning Engineer Civil Engineer + 7 more

Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical)
Online
12 months
$12,738
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Automation Engineer Robotics Engineer
Automotive Engineer Quality Assurance Engineer Aeronautical Engineer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineer Automation Engineer Robotics Engineer Automotive Engineer Quality Assurance Engineer Aeronautical 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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