About Melbourne Polytechnic

Early childhood education and care is a sector is an area of increasing demand due to population growth and growing recognition of the importance of childrens’ development. This is an in-demand skill set, and employment in this industry has increased over time, with further projected increases across the next five years. Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30121 will help you take your love of teaching and working with children and turn your hand to a career where your skills will be valued. If you enjoy nurturing, learning and caring for children, this is the career for you.

Our Certificate III in Hospitality SIT30622 is designed to provide practical skills required to serve food and beverage in restaurants, cafes, bars, convention centres and food retail outlets.

This course develops the operational skills required for the hospitality industry. You will obtain certificates in RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) and Food Hygiene (use hygienic practices for food safety) required to gain a range of entry level jobs.

If you have a head for numbers and your eye on the financial industry, Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Accounting FNS50222 will prepare you for employment in the industry within six months, as a qualified assistant accountant. Support clients as an accountant with regular financial monitoring and analysis, preparation of documents, reports and accounts advice.

If you’re interested in creating educational programs to aid the learning and development of young children, our Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC50121 will provide the skills you need. Australia’s early childhood education and care sector is growing and expected to continue expanding over the next five years. Early childhood educators are in demand, so it’s a great time to pursue a career with excellent job prospects and the opportunity to undertake meaningful, rewarding work. This is an industry where you can make a positive impact on the lives of children and grow a great career at the same time.

Australia’s hospitality industry is undergoing a period of rapid growth. A predicted 91,000 new jobs are expected to be created in the next five years, bringing the total workforce to over 970,000 people. Australians have a growing appetite for high quality food and drink, and they love going out. With the number of bars, restaurants and cafes growing all the time, the industry needs strong managers who can lead the way and provide top level service. Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Hospitality Management provides in-demand hospitality management skills for success in an industry with unlimited potential for career advancement.

Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Community Services CHC52021 takes your existing qualifications and skills in community services and builds on them to advance your career. This qualification is highly regarded in the sector and offers flexible placements, with the option of arranging a placement in your current workplace. Our on-site community services facilities are fully equipped to help you develop real-world skills. You might also have the opportunity to work on initiatives with our community partners. Delivered by qualified staff with wide-ranging community sector experience, including former Melbourne Polytechnic students that now work in the field, our approach focuses on human development throughout life. Our teachers know the industry well and are keen to pass on their practical knowledge to see you succeed.

If you’re ready to take your career in marketing and communication to the next level, our Advanced Diploma of Marketing and Communication BSB60520 is the course you need to stay ahead of the game. This course will prepare you for a highly-paid job in an industry with a predicted 16,000 job openings a year, that is always looking for new creative perspectives. Combine your creativity with specialised skills to become qualified for management positions within the marketing industry, or to start your own marketing business

Open doors to a diverse range of careers and kick-start your place in business with this universally recognised degree. Developed with leading industry experts and academics, this program covers all the business essentials you need to be set up for success.

You’ll learn from experienced lecturers who bring a wealth of industry expertise and leave with the skills needed to jump into roles in industries like Banking, Human Resources and Entrepreneurship. You may choose to graduate with a Bachelor of Business with a Marketing Specialisation.

Embark on a career where you can make a difference and improve the lives of others. Mental health in Melbourne is a growing industry where qualified professionals are more in demand than ever, with job opportunities expected to grow by more than 20% in the next five years. With the Certificate IV in Mental Health CHC43315 you can commence a rewarding career where your in-demand skills can change lives.

Build your leadership potential with a Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40116. Gain or nurture specialist skills in farming such as animal breeding, costing and crop establishment, improvement and harvest. Take on supervisory roles as you learn how to run a working farm.

By combining practical scientific knowledge with business and management skills, this course equips you for a fulfilling career on the land. Build applied skills for leadership and management roles in agricultural enterprises and businesses that service the food production sector.

Itching to get cooking? A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery SIT30821 (non-apprenticeship) is your first step into the kitchen. Mentored by experienced chefs, you’ll learn everything from basic knife skills to developing cost-effective menus, equipping you with practical skills for a thriving career in commercial cookery.

Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance HLT43021 is ideal for those who with no experience in allied health or for those who have completed the Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance. This allied health course offers dedicated, fully-equipped spaces to learn new techniques and improve existing skills under the supervision of industry-qualified, experienced teaching staff. You will undertake a supervised health sector work placement, with a minimum 120 hours, for real-world experience before you graduate.

If you’re committed to challenging social injustice and want to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people, Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate IV in Community Services CHC42021 is for you. This course provides entry-level skills and knowledge for the community sector, kickstarting your career in community services. The community services industry is one of the largest industry areas in Australia and is worth $56 billion annually. Demand in this area continues to grow, so you can expect strong employment prospects after completing a community services course in Melbourne.

Agriculture in Australia is a $60 billion industry responsible for almost 95% of Australia’s food supply. Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Agriculture AHC50116, will teach you specialist skills and industry knowledge that are in high demand across Australia to service this growing industry.

Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Agriculture AHC50116 will train you in vital agricultural business skills and practical techniques, such as budgeting, production planning, climate risk strategies, animal husbandry and long-term crop management. At our fully-equipped Epping campus and Yan Yean working farm training complex, you’ll have the opportunity to work with the latest in agricultural technology. Boasting an expert roster of teachers and industry professionals in sheep and beef production, you'll gain real world, on-farm experience as you study with Victoria’s largest provider of agricultural education.

Australia’s construction industry is booming and employment for construction managers is expected to grow by 13% in the next five years. Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate IV in Building and Construction CPC40120 provides a great pathway into this exciting industry. This qualification is recognised by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA), and will teach you the skills that can put you on the fast track for success in the construction industry.

Australia’s construction industry is thriving, with an abundance of opportunities for those with construction knowledge and leadership skills. Demand for construction managers is expected to grow by 13% in the next five years. Whether you’re an experienced builder or a graduate of the Certificate IV in Building and Construction, Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50220 is designed to give you the skills to take your career to the next level.

You can enter the finance industry with essential skills as an accounting support officer and bookkeeper with our Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping FNS40222. You’ll gain practical knowledge of a variety of accounting and bookkeeping skills necessary for the workplace, include completing BAS statements, preparing financial reports and establishing a payroll system. Bookkeeping is a large and stable occupation, with a predicted 50,000 job openings in the next five years. Bookkeepers and accountants are necessary across all industries, so you can choose where you want to go, and never be bored.

Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate II in Engineering MEM20105 (Jewellery specialisation) is designed to provide participants with the opportunity to acquire fundamental hand skills and jewellery making techniques to boost confidence, take your hobby to the next level or increase your chances of gaining a jewellery apprenticeship.

This unique part time jewellery course is designed to deliver a strong skill set in jewellery making whilst enabling participants to juggle study commitments with work and for parents of school aged children to explore and develop their passion and proficiency for jewellery design and making.

Nurture your love of greenery with the Certificate III in Horticulture AHC30722 at Melbourne Polytechnic. Working within a lush and broad field, you will receive state-of-the-art hands-on training in modern horticultural skills. With over 6.54 million tonnes of horticultural products produced within Australia every year, you’ll enter a booming industry at the completion of your Certificate III in Horticulture AHC30722. You’ll learn everything you need in order to develop your knowledge of the flora and fauna maintenance of which continues to be pivotal in conserving the environment for years to come.

Australia is world renowned for its high quality fruits, grains and vegetables. Australia’s $8 billion horticulture industry is significant and diverse, with an expanding market and a need for skilled workers. Melbourne Polytechnic’s hands-on, industry specialised Certificate IV in Horticulture is perfect for anyone with a green thumb looking for an exciting and dynamic career in the field.

The Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector educated around 3.4 million students in 2017. This is an industry where qualified teachers can make an incalculable difference to people’s lives, imparting essential industry knowledge and preparing generations of students, apprentices and trainees for practical careers in vocational industries. If you’re a professional in a VET sector and are interested in guiding, mentoring and assisting future professionals in their education journey, Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40122 will prepare you for a rewarding career in VET training and assessment.

The hospitality industry covers restaurants, cafes and bars, with a need for skilled food and drink specialists. Australia’s growing ‘foodie’ culture has fuelled rapid growth in the hospitality sector over the last five years. Employment in the hospitality industry is expected to grow by 12.1% in the next five years, equal to an additional 91,000 jobs. With such growing demand, there’s never been a better time to pursue a career in hospitality. With a Certificate IV in Hospitality SIT40422 from Melbourne Polytechnic, you could help feed the country’s growing appetite for high quality food and drink.

Accelerate your career in a dynamic industry such as information technology with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Information Technology ICT50220. Developed in consultation with industry to teach you general ICT skills, this course helps you turn your passion for innovation and technology into developing a range of practical skills. According to Australian Computer Society (ACS), the demand for skilled ICT professionals is likely to continue growing over the next decade. Secure your future today with essential ICT problem solving skills that will keep you in demand.

Embrace your passion for the electrical trade with a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician UEE30820 at Melbourne Polytechnic. Set for an average 10% increase in job opportunities in the next five years, the electrician trade is booming. You’ll learn advanced industry techniques and first hand trade experience in our state-of-the-art work space, equipped with world class technology.

Our Certificate III in Patisserie SIT31021 will develop culinary creativity and passion for delicious detail as you take the first step in your career as a pastry chef. You’ll learn skills in producing pastries, chocolate and confectionery, hot and cold desserts, bread and yeast products and gateaux and cakes. A delicious adventure, perfect for those seeking a culinary qualification or looking to change their life for the sweeter.

Design your own specialised skill set and build towards a successful hairdressing career with the Certificate III in Hairdressing SHB30416 (Non-Apprenticeship stream). With an emphasis on advanced hairstyling techniques, this course will teach you the skills you’ll need for a thriving career in hairdressing. With an expected 31,000 job openings across the hairdressing industry in the next five years, it’s a great time to pick up the scissors.

Experience an authentic floristry course in Melbourne with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Floristry SFL30115. This course will prepare you with the fundamentals of the floristry trade from design through to creation of floral arrangements. In Australia’s steady floristry industry, skilled and creative florists are always in demand. You’ll have hands-on experience in a range of floral techniques, allowing your skill set to flourish like never before.

Allow your skills to grow and flourish with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate II in Floristry SFL20115 (Assistant). Floristry is a stable industry in Australia, with over 4,000 job opportunities predicted over the next five years. You will be taught everything you need to know in order to work confidently as a floristry assistant.

Take your Auslan skills to the top with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Auslan PSP51018. This accredited diploma will bring your Auslan skills together to help you communicate at an advanced and professional level with Deaf and hard of hearing people. Employment opportunities using Auslan are increasing and are necessary across a broad range of industries, from the disability sector to entertainment.

Auslan is Australian sign language, a language developed for and by Australians who are Deaf or hard of hearing. With hearing loss on the rise in the Australian population, the demand for Auslan skills is on the rise, both professionally and socially. Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate II in Auslan is the beginning of the only accredited pathway to learn Auslan in Victoria. This course is a prerequisite to Auslan interpreter training, but is also appropriate for friends, colleagues and family members of Deaf and hard of hearing people who would like to increase their accessibility and communication abilities.

Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Interior Design MSF50222 can let you turn your eye for interiors into a stylish and rewarding career. Designing and decorating a space is essential in this age of social media shares and mass production hacks, and the interior design industry is growing rapidly. Job opportunities in interior design have almost doubled since 2014. If you have an eye for detail and a taste for trends, you could use this qualification to establish your own interior design business or provide design consulting for high-end commercial and domestic clients.

Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Glass and Glazing (Designed Glazing) MSF30422 is the only course in the world to offer a trade qualification in designed glazing. Glaziers are in high demand in Australia, with employment opportunities predicted to grow by more than 10% in the next five years. If you dream of a practical application for your visual arts skills and creativity in the booming architecture and construction industry, this unique course offers the skills to succeed.

Equip yourself with the skills to succeed in the constantly evolving locksmith industry. Completed as part of an apprenticeship, Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Locksmithing MEM30819 provides you with practical, hands-on training in the latest locksmithing technologies and methods. The global home security market was set to exceed $32 billion in 2019 and continue growing. Keep pace with the newest innovations in this space with this industry-approved course.

Delve into your passion for jewellery with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Jewellery Manufacture MEM30619 (Non-Apprenticeship stream). Rich in technical skills and expertise in the field, this course will teach you the skills for an exciting future in the jewellery trade. The jewellery manufacturing trade in Australia is flourishing with over 1,300 prominent businesses in operation. Use your skills to manufacture a valuable career in a creative and technical industry.

Progress your career in the mechanical trade industry with Melbourne Polytechnic's Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade MEM30219. This course is undertaken as part of an apprenticeship and equips you with high level engineering skills.

Our Diploma of Graphic Design CUA50720 offers hands-on, practical skills. The course combines practical applied design and theory, allowing you to gain a solid range of skills for future employment within the design industry. Advance your knowledge of the fundamentals of graphic design and stand out from the pack in this creative industry.

Channel your passion for all aspects of theatre and live production with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services CUA50420. Our course will teach you everything you need to know about working backstage and behind the scenes.

This certificate opens doors to a range of opportunities. You can choose to work as a sole trader or become an employee in a plumbing or construction business. You might work as a general plumber or choose to specialise in a certain area like water heaters or stormwater systems. You can use your Certificate III in Plumbing CPC32420 as a pathway to further training or higher education.

A Certificate III in Joinery CPC31920 takes the woodworking skills of carpentry and adds an artisanal touch. Joiners often work on complex and ornamental projects, such as furniture and fittings, adding many of the delicate final touches that complete a project. As one of the most common VET-related occupations in Australia’s fast-growing construction industry, and employment opportunities for joiners are projected to grow by 5% in the next five years. If you enjoy working with your hands on highly practical projects you can combine your sense of precision and eye for detail with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Joinery CPC31920.

Put yourself on the path to success as a business owner or contractor specialising in painting and decorating. Join a flexible industry known for its low barriers to entry, flexibility and freedom, with 65% of painters operating as sole proprietors. Study a Certificate III in Painting and Decorating CPC30620 at Melbourne Polytechnic and we’ll help you build skills that can help you go where you want to go.

Work Health and Safety (WHS) is a valuable skill set applicable to all workplaces in Australia. Work-related injuries, diseases and fatalities cost Australian businesses over $60 billion a year, and WHS specialists are in high demand. A Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety BSB41419 from Melbourne Polytechnic can open doors to a wide choice of workplaces. Health and safety specialists are assets to their industries and a portable range of skills can help you make a meaningful contribution to many workplaces, from construction sites through to large corporations.

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of beekeeping with our flexible and nationally recognised apiculture course. The Certificate III in Beekeeping AHC31818 is the first of its kind in Victoria, offering a unique opportunity to acquire comprehensive skills and knowledge necessary for maintaining healthy bee colonies.

Gain new opportunities in an exciting and diverse industry with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Landscape Construction AHC30921 - Apprenticeship. Australia has one of the largest and busiest landscaping industries in the world but is facing a shortage in skilled graduates. At Melbourne Polytechnic, our practical, hands-on approach to learning is ideal for helping you nurture skills that can put you on the path to becoming an in-demand landscaper.

Learn the skills and knowledge to embark on your dream of creating outdoor spaces. At Melbourne Polytechnic, our non-apprenticeship stream of the Certificate III in Landscape Construction AHC30921 combines traditional learning with hands-on, outdoor training to nurture your talents. Landscape construction involves putting a landscape design into reality, from paper to the environment, and requires skills from irrigation to concreting. This qualification will prepare you for a career outdoors in the fast-growing garden design and construction industry.

If you’re interested in a hands-on, outdoors career that combines environmental responsibility with giving people joy, you’d love a career in horticulture. Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate II in Horticulture AHC20422 is a practical qualification that will kickstart your career. Australia’s horticulture industry is worth almost $9 billion and continues to have strong growth. This course provides skills necessary for employment in the industry, and a solid foundation for future horticultural qualifications.

Times are changing for pet ownership in Australia, with more households owning pets than ever which is increasing demand for veterinary services. Over 70% of pet owners now view the role of veterinary services as keeping their pets healthy rather than treating them when they are sick. If you dream of a career taking care of animals, our ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing will set you on the path to becoming a veterinary nurse.

The ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing at Melbourne Polytechnic helps you develop a range of animal care skills including clinical and surgical routines. Developed with our veterinary industry partners, the course focuses on practical learning that reflects real life scenarios.

Practice clinical skills in our purpose-built veterinary precinct, Melbourne Polytechnic’s Veterinary Nursing Learning Centre, which includes extensive simulated veterinary practice suites. You’ll be trained by enthusiastic, industry-experienced teachers in a range of areas from reception duties to clinical pathology, radiology, theatre routines, dental nursing and general animal care.

Develop the skills to protect organisations against data breaches and malicious cyber attacks with our Certificate IV in Cyber Security 22603VIC course. With cybercrime on the rise, skilled cyber security professionals are in high demand. Australia’s cyber security industry is expected to face a shortage of 3000 cyber security workers by 2026. During the same time, the number of cyber-attacks in Australia is expected to double over the next five years.

Our Certificate III in Barbering SHB30516 will teach you the skills you’ll need for barbershop success, including shaving techniques, hair cutting and designing and maintaining beards. Our facilities include a fully-equipped hair salon with barbering capabilities, so that students have the opportunity to practice their skills on real customers with real barbering requirements. This course will prepare you for the job market, supporting your technical and operational skills by developing your sales and consulting skills. Melbourne Polytechnic works closely with industry and students will have the opportunity to engage in high profile training workshops and enter hair show competitions for added industry credibility.

Pathology collectors are essential to the healthcare system, collecting blood and other specimen samples from patients for laboratory analysis. Qualified pathologists with strong communication, active listening skills and confidence with technology are in demand. Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Pathology Collection HLT37215 will teach you to confidently explain procedures to patients and work with specialised equipment in the healthcare system. Pathology collectors can expect stable employment prospects with low unemployment rates as part of a rewarding career providing first line care and support for patients.

The Certificate III in Visual Arts CUA31120 course is designed to introduce students to a range of art forms and develop skills and confidence in using a range of techniques. The course has a practical hands-on focus where students are provided with highly structured tasks and in-depth instruction by specialist subject teachers. Australia’s arts sector is worth almost $400 million annually and Melbourne has a thriving visual arts scene, with over 100 art galleries in the metropolitan area alone.

Children and young people who reside in Residential and Out of Home Care require the best possible care that can be provided. Most of these children and young people are vulnerable and have experienced significant trauma and rely on the expertise of support workers who know and understand Trauma Informed Practice.

Melbourne Polytechnic have been delivering this program since 2017 when the Minimum Qualification Strategy for Residential Care Workers in Victoria was released. Using our highly experienced trainers with Residential and Out of Home Care Industry knowledge we have delivered this training to over 2500 student across Victoria.

The Diploma of Visual Arts CUA51120 (Glasswork) builds on the skills developed in the Certificate III in Glass and Glazing MSF30422 (Designed Glazing) to not only hone your artistic talent but also progress your practice as a glass artist. The units in this diploma have been carefully selected to develop your understanding of artistic, conceptual, commercial and cultural matters in the Designed Glazing sector, and set you up for success in creating and sustaining a business in the industry.

The Illustration stream of the Diploma of Visual Arts CUA51120 includes advanced training in traditional studio techniques such as; drawing, illustration and digital imaging, applied history and theory, and business and professional practice skills. You’ll learn to critically analyse information with opportunities to expand on complex ideas for your own work. We offer specialist studios, dedicated classrooms for each subject area, and gallery spaces to ensure that you are supported in your creative endeavours.

You'll also have many opportunities throughout the year to grow your professional networks through industry forums, guest speakers and workshops, as well as your industry-sponsored graduate exhibition.

Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Visual Arts CUA51120 is perfect for those wanting to leave a creative mark on the world. Our Painting/Printmaking stream focuses on developing your technical, creative and conceptual skills and techniques to help you push the boundaries of your fine art practice.

Aged care and disability support workers play a significant role in Australian society. People with empathy, patience and a professional attitude are in high demand. Graduates from Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Individual Support CHC33021 (Ageing and Disability) and can expect strong career prospects in this consistently growing sector.

The Melbourne Polytechnic program meets the requirements for the specialisation Certificate III in Individual Support CHC33021 (Ageing and Disability). You will be qualified to work with older people in home and community care and residential aged care, as well as with NDIS participants, people with disability in home and community care and those living is supported residential accommodation.

Our Certificate IV in Interior Decoration MSF40122 will help you turn your individual style into an exciting and creative career. Styling a space is more important than ever in this Instagram age and the interior design industry is growing rapidly. Job opportunities in interior design have almost doubled since 2014. If you have an eye for detail and a taste for trends, you could use this qualification to establish your own interior design business or provide design consulting for high-end commercial and domestic clients.

Love to work outdoors? A Certificate III in Agriculture AHC30116 is a great way to gain in-demand skills around Australia. Help secure a sustainable future for a growing population with practical skills in livestock breeding, crop harvesting and establishing pastures.

From biology and chemistry to geology and pedology, studying a Certificate III in Agriculture AHC30122 means you touch on multiple disciplines in a practical way. You’ll learn how to operate machinery like tractors and skid steers, as well as develop a deep understanding of best practice in farm operations.

Our Certificate IV in Visual Arts CUA41320 course is designed to develop and extend skills and knowledge across a range of 2D art forms and develop skills and confidence in using a range of techniques. The course has a practical hands-on focus with instruction from specialist subject teachers. By studying at Melbourne Polytechnic you’ll be amongst Melbourne’s thriving visual arts scene, with over 100 art galleries in the metropolitan area alone.

It’s a fantastic time to be a carpenter in Australia, as the building and construction industries continue to boom. Our Certificate III in Carpentry CPC30220 will train you in all the skills you’ll need to succeed. The carpentry industry is projected to grow by more than 5% in the next five years and qualified carpenters will continue to be in high demand. Many carpenters work on construction sites and large projects, though there are ample opportunities for those that start their own small carpentry businesses. If you enjoy creating things from scratch and have a good eye for detail, a Certificate III in Carpentry CPC30220 can take you anywhere.

Certificate I in EAL (Access) 22638VIC is for people who speak limited English. English skills are important for doing well in study and getting a job in Australia.

In this course, we will teach you the basics of English. At the end of this course, studying in English will be easier for you. You'll also find it easier to communicate in English at places like the bank, stores, government departments, and the doctor's office. If you need to improve your English to study in Australia, this course is for you.

If you speak some simple English but need to work on your fluency, Certificate II in EAL (Access) 22639VIC is for you. English language skills are very important for success in study and employment in Australia. This course will take your language skills beyond simple, everyday English and teach you complicated sentences and vocabulary. You will learn to communicate in a range of situations, including problem solving and work with simple personal documents, like letters.

Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Screen and Media CUA51020 (Specialist Make-up Services) gets you ready to join the screen and media industry as a make-up professional. This practical and hands-on course will teach you about the transformative powers of prosthetics, specialist make-up effects and wigs. Working closely with other screen or stage creatives, you’ll have real-world opportunities and hands-on experience working on film sets, in TV studios and in the theatre. With local content growing across our streaming services and the need for production personnel in all areas since COVID, the demand for Australian trained professionals is at a premium, making this a great time to learn new skills in make-up.

Develop the skills that prepare you for entry-level roles such as Level 1 helpdesk support, IT support, junior cloud engineer, junior web developer with our Certificate III in Information Technology ICT30120 course. The IT sector in Australia continues to witness significant growth along with continued increase in IT spending. Such intensive growth indicates the robust nature of IT industry in Australia.

Building and construction is a fast-growing industry in Australia, generating over $350 billion in revenue and producing around 8% of Australia’s Gross Domestic Product. There has never been a better time to be a qualified bricklayer or blocklayer, as these skills are always in demand. If you like working outdoors, have good hand-eye coordination and can work neatly and accurately, Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying CPC33020 is the perfect course to cement your construction career and fast-track your way to a job on a commercial or domestic worksite.

The Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing CPC31420 at Melbourne Polytechnic is a hands-on course that caters to both experienced tradespeople and students new to construction. Highly skilled and qualified waterproofers are in high demand as water leaks are one of the most commonly reported issues in finished buildings. Waterproofing in commercial buildings alone is predicted to generate strong demand over the next five years. Have a competitive edge by gaining expertise in a crucial niche of the construction industry.

Certificate III in EAL (Access) 22640VIC teaches intermediate English to adults from a non-English speaking background. English language skills are very important for success in study and employment in Australia. You will build on the skills you learned in the Certificate II in EAL (Access) 22639VIC to improve your study and job opportunities, with a focus on the skills you need for problem solving, directions and communicating important information.

Begin to build your career with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) 22627VIC. If you’ve dreamed of running your own building design firm, working for an architect or leading building design teams, this qualification is the first step in your journey.

Our Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) 22627VIC is structured around a simulated office environment, with a project-based delivery that tests your knowledge in practical situations. This course has been developed with industry and is recognised by Design Matters National and the Victorian Building Authorities and Building Practitioners Board.

The creative arts industry continues to grow in Australia, offering a broad range of opportunities for visual artists.This course is designed to prepare students to make a smooth transition into a professional practice, working in an industry-related role or in a freelance capacity. It will help you apply your current skills and knowledge to the development of a self-directed project/product such as a solo exhibition, industry portfolio or published work.

This course offers the perfect introduction into the world of Infrastructure and Built Environment. You'll learn the core concepts of civil engineering construction principles, processes and materials, advanced technology applications, structural mechanics, design and documentation of reinforced concrete and steel structures, documentation of urban roads, land surveying, 2D/3D/BIM software.

Our Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying CPC60121 teaches you essential skills to thrive as a building surveyor in a highly regulated environment. Whether you’re already in the industry or just starting out, this qualification will open doors to industry positions.

With the Victorian Building Authority recently highlighting the importance of qualified building surveyors in domestic and commercial builds, there’s never been a better time to get qualified.

Assemble your construction skills with a Certificate III in Shopfitting CPC30120 at Melbourne Polytechnic. Working within a specialised, industry-ready base, this course will prepare you to work on infrastructure projects big and small. You’ll learn the fundamentals of construction and the principles and methods involved in the shopfitting practice.

Our Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management AHC51120 will teach you the knowledge and skills to manage natural resources and respond to the challenges of biodiversity loss, climate change and environmental damage.

Launch your career as a plumber with Melbourne Polytechnic's plumbing pre-apprenticeship course, where you’ll develop in-demand skills in a practical learning environment. Learn essential plumbing skills that cover every facet of the industry from welding to interpreting plans. Plumbing is in the top five priority occupation skills in the construction industry. Help meet the demands of Australia's growing population and prepare for an apprenticeship in a future-safe industry with a Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-Apprenticeship) 22569VIC.

If you are a person with an intellectual disability, autism, or cognitive impairment, Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate I in Initial Adult Literacy and Numeracy 22555VIC will develop your literacy, numeracy, and communication skills in preparation for the workplace. With changes in technology, literacy is more important than ever for job opportunities and socialising. You will learn to write simple sentences, communicate through conversation and develop basic numeracy skills using money, time, and measurement through hands-on activities. Your self-esteem and confidence will grow as your interpersonal skills improve.

If you are not quite ready for work but interested in learning skills valued by employers in the workplace such as independence, team work, communication, recreation and social skills and you are a person with an intellectual disability, autism or cognitive impairment, Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate I in Transition Education 22567VIC is for you. You will explore and participate in work and community activities. The skills you’ll learn will depend on your goals and abilities and include using public transport, using technology safely, social skills, reading and writing, budgeting, basic cooking, recreation and health, creative media, dance and movement and exploring future options. Your self-esteem and confidence will grow as your interpersonal skills improve, and you’ll find independence and active participation in the community much easier.

This course offers the perfect introduction into the world of Infrastructure and Built Environment. Students learn the core concepts of civil engineering construction principles, processes and materials, advanced technology applications, structural mechanics, design and documentation of reinforced concrete and steel structures, documentation of urban roads, land surveying, 2D/3D/BIM software.

Pursue your passion and emerging career in jewellery with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Advanced Diploma of Jewellery and Object Design MEM60222. This two year course introduces you to fundamental jewellery hand skills through to advanced jewellery making techniques that will allow you to design and create beautiful jewellery and objects of value and sentiment. Become qualified to work as a jeweller or object designer in Melbourne’s thriving art, design and craft industries.

You can learn to be a leader in landscape design with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate IV in Landscape Design AHC42421. Take the next step in your landscape construction or horticulture career and advance your skills in marketing, costing and design in the landscaping industry.

The Course in EAL 22637VIC teaches basic English to adults from non-English speaking backgrounds. You will learn the basic English skills you need for everyday activities and your life in Australia. You can start the course at any time. If you are new to speaking English, this course is for you.

Build on the Auslan skills your learned in the Certificate II in Auslan PSP20218 and prepare for advanced Auslan courses. With only 67% of Deaf people able to access an interpreter when they need one, Auslan skills are in demand.

Our Certificate III in Auslan PSP30218 continues the only accredited pathway to learn Auslan in Victoria. This course is a prerequisite to Auslan interpreter training, but is also appropriate for friends, colleagues and family members of Deaf and hard of hearing people who would like to increase their accessibility and communication abilities.

Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate IV in Auslan PSP40818 will provide you with advanced Auslan skills. Employment opportunities in Auslan interpretation and accessibility requirements are increasingly necessary across a broad range of industries, from the disability sector to entertainment. Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate IV in Auslan continues the only accredited pathway to learn Auslan in Victoria. This course builds on the Certificate III in Auslan PSP30218. You will develop the language skills to discuss and exchange information about complex topics.

Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world, with 65% of households owning a pet. Our animal care industry is massive and growing every year. Caring for our furry friends can be a rewarding career for animal lovers. Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Animal Care Services ACM30122 equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge to take care of animals in a professional setting.

Passionate musicians with an urge to embrace the musical life will find a well-rounded musical education with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Advanced Diploma of Music CUA60520 (Performance). Best suited to those musicians with significant performance experience and strong music skills, this course will help you strengthen your performance skills and grow your fanbase. Best of all, you’ll be learning in Melbourne - the music capital of Australia. We have over 553 live music venues in the Greater Melbourne area that are putting on over 70,000 gigs every year.

If you’ve dreamed of being a music producer working in state of the art studios with analogue and digital recording equipment, then Melbourne Polytechnic’s Advanced Diploma of Music CUA60520 (Sound Production) could be just the jam for you. Melbourne is the music capital of Australia and one of the greatest music cities in the world, with more live music venues per person than New York, Paris, Berlin or Tokyo. The music industry generates $25 million per year in Melbourne alone and there’s no better place to learn the ins and outs of the music production industry.

Australians are spending more than ever on our pets. From grooming and veterinary services to animal care services, we’re spending an enormous $12.2 billion per year, a figure that almost doubled in the past five years. With a Certificate II in Animal Care ACM20121 at Melbourne Polytechnic, you can begin your journey towards a specialised career in the growing animal care industry. This course provides you with the skills and knowledge to take care of a range of animals.

If you are a person with an intellectual disability, autism or cognitive impairment Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate I in Work Education 22566VIC (General Stream) will help you find your path to your dream career. Work education courses help build confidence and skills for entering the workforce. You’ll learn in the classroom and on the job through work placement. You’ll learn vocational and job-seeking skills as part of your individualised program. Personal management, teamwork and communication skills will help your future in the workforce.

Become an independent creative performer with Diploma of Theatre Arts 22598VIC. From script writing to performing, from rehearsal to production, this hands-on diploma will allow you to push the boundaries of your own creativity as a performing artist, and start you on your pathway to success. The performing arts industry offers opportunities to continue to develop your skills through community and fringe theatre, film and your own self-created work, as well as auditioning for mainstream stage and screen.

When enrolling in the diploma, you have the flexibility to choose a focus that aligns best with your career aspirations and musical inclinations.

The Music Performance focus is for those who see themselves on stage, and explores live music, and instrument mastery.

Enrol in Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Music CUA50820 (Sound Production) and learn specialist skills for sound production. A qualification and real industry experience will help you stand out of the crowd in the competitive music industry. Australia’s songwriting industry is worth almost $400 million a year. Melbourne, with its dynamic and exciting music scene, is the perfect place to turn your passion for sound into a harmonious and fulfilling career.

Melbourne is the music capital of Australia and one of the greatest music cities in the world, with more live music venues per person than New York, Paris, Berlin or Tokyo. The music industry generates $25 million per year in Melbourne alone and there’s no better place to learn the ins and outs of the music production industry. Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate IV in Music CUA40920 (Sound Production) will help you develop fundamental sound production skills in both studio and live production environments, with a focus on music production.

The Agricultural Chemical Skill Set has been designed for people who require an understanding of farm chemicals. It is necessary to apply for the Agricultural Chemical Users Permit.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use personal hygiene practices to prevent contamination of food that might cause food-borne illnesses. It requires the ability to follow predetermined organisational procedures and to identify and control food hazards.

The unit applies to all organisations with permanent or temporary kitchen premises or smaller food preparation or bar areas.

This includes restaurants, cafes, clubs, hotels, and bars; tour operators; attractions; function, event, exhibition and conference catering; educational institutions; aged care facilities; correctional centres; hospitals; defence forces; cafeterias, kiosks, canteens and fast food outlets; residential catering; in-flight and other transport catering.

Teachers’ aides make a real difference in the lives of the children they support. Working with children with special needs is an ideal career for people who enjoy working with children and possess patience, resilience and empathetic natures. Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in School Based Education Support CHC30221 teaches a specialised skill set to provide this support. Opportunities for education support workers are expected to increase substantially in the next five years, with an additional 30,000 job opportunities predicted. You can expect to be in demand and enjoy job security and opportunities to learn and develop your career. More importantly, you’ll make a difference to people’s lives.

Learn to nurture children’s curiosity and help them grow into the best version of themselves in this innovative program. Develop your skills alongside inspiring and experienced teachers who are committed to helping you thrive in your studies. Gain practical experience from the start with our flagship early childhood room on campus and built-in placements across childcare and kindergarten settings.

Approved by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA), graduates can find rewarding employment as childcare educators and kindergarten teachers for three and four-year-olds.

The Construction Induction Card will qualify you to work safely in the construction industry. This course is recognised by WorkSafe in the registration of construction workers for WH&S induction. Under WorkSafe Victoria requirements, all persons participating in on-site activities in the building and construction industry must undertake Construction Induction Card training prior to entering a construction workplace.

As the digital world continues to grow at a rapid pace, there’s never been a better time to study Information Technology.

Whether you’ve always wanted to work with computers or you’re looking for an exciting and flexible career, our experienced academics will ensure you’re up to date with the latest skills.

You will gain hands-on experience creating software for a wide range of applications and develop specialist knowledge in a study area relevant to you.

Equip yourself for a future in any hospitality managerial position as you learn the ins and outs of all arenas within the service industry, learning how to lead and make critical decisions in real-world scenarios. This degree paves the way towards opportunities working in hotels, theme parks, resort clubs, cruise lines and event management. If you already have hospitality experience, this course could be exactly what you need to progress into a managerial role.

Whether you want to take charge as a professional accountant, business analyst or business consultant or blaze your own trail in finance, the Bachelor of Accounting ensures you are ready to bring your expertise to the business landscape.

Accounting is a powerful tool used to transform numbers into real-world impact — and is in high demand across a range of industries.

Students may choose to graduate with a Bachelor of Accounting and one of the following specialisations:

• Business Analytics Major.
• Marketing Specialisation.
• Alternatively, they may wish to choose for a number of recommended electives that draw from the disciplines of management and marketing.

Accredited by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (CAANZ), this program gives you specialist knowledge in taxation, auditing, and corporate accounting, as well as sustainable business practices. Graduates leave with cutting-edge financial skills that pave the way to endless career options.

Our Certificate IV in Kitchen Management SIT40521 provides the ingredients that you need to serve up a truly appetising career. Created by industry for industry, with a focus on increasing the knowledge and techniques required for supervisory roles, you’ll graduate with the skills to run any restaurant and lead any kitchen.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a range of community settings and peoples’ homes, who provide support in a manner that empowers people with disabilities to achieve greater levels of independence, self-reliance, community participation and wellbeing. Workers promote a person-centred approach, work according to and may contribute to an individualised plan, and work without direct supervision. They may be required to supervise and/or coordinate a small team.

If you enjoy working with your hands and have a keen eye for detail, Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate II in Building and Construction 22614VIC(Carpentry & Joinery/Shopfitting/Stairbuilding) offer the skills for a practical career in carpentry with a diverse range of job options for a qualified tradesperson.

Become the teacher you always wanted and transform lives from inside the classroom with this rewarding degree.

Grow your skills through a mix of on-campus learning and 120 days of real-world placements in childcare, kindergarten and primary school settings.

Learn from supportive and encouraging academics while applying your knowledge in our unique on-site early childhood room.

Our Bachelor of Education has an incredible success rate with all graduates from last year now employed in the education sector. This qualification will qualify you to apply for dual registration as a Kindergarten and Primary teacher with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).

Construct an exciting career with Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology MSF30322. Melbourne Polytechnic’s cabinet making course is industry focused and outcomes driven, and may lead to a variety of careers in furniture making. Many cabinet makers work for themselves, so if you’ve ever wanted to own your own business and love to work with your hands, cabinet making could be the career for you.

Equip yourself with the skills to thrive in Australia’s massive metal fabrication industry. The Sheetmetal Working stream of our Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade MEM31922 helps you master sheet metal working techniques with an emphasis on practical learning. Learn to be the best from the best by studying at an institution named as a Top Welding Training Organisation by Weld Australia. You’ll perfect skills such as marking out geometric patterns, cutting, forming, shaping, welding and polishing metal to food grade standards.

Learn to work with heavy gauge metal parts and start your career in the metal fabrication industry. The Boilermaking/Welding stream of our Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade MEM31922 equips you with essential skills that you can apply straight to the job. This apprenticeship course helps you develop specialised boilermaking techniques, such as making and fixing boilers and pressurised storage tanks. You’ll learn from the best at Melbourne Polytechnic, identified as a Top Welding Training Organisation by the Welding Technology Institute of Australia.

Our CPA-accredited Masters degree covers a broader scope of accounting streams than are commonly found in other courses. Dive deeper into management and corporate accounting, commercial law, audit theory and business regulation and finish your course with an industry related research project that prepares you for the real world of accounting.

Emphasis is placed on the individual’s responsibility to ensure safe working practice is maintained while operating a chainsaw. While this course is appropriate for professionals and occasional users alike, it also benefits anyone who may use a chainsaw around the home or farm.

The Course in Identifying, Reporting and Preventing Abuse and/or Grooming of People with Disabilities 22530VIC is a short course targeted to those who work with people with disabilities, including people with psychosocial disability, and have a responsibility to identify and report abuse.

Our Associate Degree of Early Childhood course is a supportive program with a personal approach that recognises students as individuals.

This qualification leads to careers including room leader/educator in long day care, kindergarten assistant, out of school hours/vacation care and Occasional care as registered with Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority ACECQA.

With further studies in the Bachelor of Education (Early Years and Primary), further careers in Education including primary school teacher.

Through our Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology’s Agronomy major, you’ll dig into plant production, soil science, animal production and various cultivation techniques all at the height of innovation.

An Agronomy degree sets you up for careers as an Agronomist, Commodity Trader, Farmer, Agricultural Researcher, Educator or Technician among several others.

Students of this course will learn about Viticulture and Winemaking through a biological, chemical, commercial and environmental lens, understanding the entire process from vine to shelf. Opportunities abound in Australia’s Viticulture and Winemaking industry and this qualification can lead to careers in Viticulture Research, Winemaking, Cellar and Vineyard Management or Wine Retail. Melbourne Polytechnic is the only metropolitan provider in Victoria that offers this course.

Dive into the fundamentals of Architectural design, technology and practice, while blending foundational theory with real-world skills.

Designed to deliver the essential skills required by students of architecture at undergraduate level, this course opens the door to careers in Building Design, Planning, Technical Architectural Support and many more opportunities. After graduating, you’ll also be perfectly placed to study a master's degree in architecture to pursue a career as an Architect.

Our course will teach you to use a range of architectural software and create innovative design solutions that respond to client briefs, the principles of environmental sustainability, and to the natural and built environments.

Our Engineers Australia accredited course is tailored to sit at the cutting edge of innovation and sustainability, preparing you for the multifunctional role of being a civil engineer.

With the incorporation of Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and a solid foundation in theory, this degree ensures all graduates complete the course primed to engage, adapt and contribute to the industry workforce.

Whether you specialise in structural or municipal/transportation engineering, or go into construction management, this course can lead to a career in Urban planning, Infrastructure Development, Geotechnics or Engineering Consultation.

The Bachelor of Illustration at Melbourne Polytechnic delivers practical learning from our dedicated studio, which encompasses traditional materials and methods and new technologies, and contains theory studies around research and practice pertaining to illustration, with a strong focus on the global nature of the creative arts industry.

Unlike other courses, our Bachelor of Illustration specialises solely in illustration blending foundational and modern craft elements that explore drawing, design and contemporary media context.

With this qualification in hand, you can work as an Illustrator in many diverse settings, such as community murals, graphic novels, animation, art direction, and book illustrations. You may also go onto a career as an Art Curator, Publisher, Exhibition Designer or Creative Artist.

Study music with a degree that is unique in Australia: Melbourne Polytechnic’s Bachelor of Songwriting and Music Production. This qualification is suited to emerging songwriters, composers and music producers who will engage with music as creative practice and be taught as artists. Our pursuit of excellence in contemporary music-making is based on the understanding of music as an art form. Aligned with “do it yourself” practice, your study engages with commercial practice and is grounded in historical context. Songwriting in Australia is a growth industry with its roots in community, and you’ll be learning all about it in Australia’s music capital.

Launch your career in animal care with our cutting-edge Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing – the first qualification of its kind in Australia.

Delivered by Melbourne Polytechnic in partnership with La Trobe University, this hands-on program produces highly skilled clinicians ready to enter the growing veterinary nurse workforce.

If you are a person with an intellectual disability, autism or cognitive impairment Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate I in Work Education 22566VIC (Hospitality Stream) will help you find your path to your hospitality career. Join a booming industry that is predicted to grow by another 12% in the next five years. You’ll learn in the classroom and on the job through work placement opportunities. You’ll work in Melbourne Polytechnic’s commercial kitchen, assist in catering for functions, run and prepare food for sale in our produce shop. Personal management, teamwork and communication skills will set you up for positive outcomes and a strong future in the hospitality workforce.

If you are a person with an intellectual disability, autism or cognitive impairment Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate I in Work Education 22566VIC (Ignition Theatre Stream) will help you find your path to your dream career. We will teach you about the varied aspects of creating and performing in a theatre show, whilst teaching you skills which improve your chances of finding a job. You’ll learn in the classroom and in the theatre, enjoying the experience of writing the script, acting, lighting, stage design, sound, stage management and marketing for your theatre show. Personal management, teamwork and communication skills will set you up for positive outcomes and a strong future in the performing arts and the workforce beyond.

If you are a person with an intellectual disability, autism or cognitive impairment Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate II in Work Education 22631VIC (General Stream) will help you find your path to your dream career. This qualification will build on skills learned in the Certificate I courses and continue to build confidence and essential skills for entering the workforce. You’ll learn in the classroom and on the job through work placement opportunities in retail, warehouse and or theatre work. Personal management, teamwork and communication skills will set you up for positive outcomes and a strong future in the workforce.

Set yourself up for a flexible career in painting with a Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship 22614VIC (Painting and Decorating). At Melbourne Polytechnic, we’re leaders in tradie training. Benefit from a practical, hands-on approach to learning, where you’ll get the chance to build your skills in a supportive environment.

If you like working with your hands and value the satisfaction of seeing something build and form in front of your eyes; a career in bricklaying is for you. Melbourne Polytechnic’s bricklaying pre-apprenticeship Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship 22614VIC (Bricklaying) will prepare you for a rewarding career. ‘Brickies’ are always in demand, and there are plenty of opportunities for hard workers with an eye for detail and quality work.

Invest in hands-on experience with the Certificate III in Parks and Gardens AHC31021 (Apprenticeship stream). Melbourne Polytechnic offers a course focused on strong technical skills and industry insight, as part of a three-year apprenticeship that will teach you the necessary skills to deliver advanced work practices within parks and gardens across Australia. Public parks and gardens are thriving, with over 6 million visitors to parks around Victoria a year. Learn the skills to maintain parks and gardens, while developing important environmental measures to ensure a healthy future.

Our AHC51019 Diploma of Sports Turf Management expands your knowledge of sports turf management, offering the skills to manage the biggest and best sporting grounds around the world. The turf management industry anticipated to grow by 15% over the next five years, offering thousands of job opportunities for highly skilled greenkeepers and managers.

Sports turf management involves the preparation and management of grassed playing surfaces. Many employment sectors require sports turf managers, including golf courses, bowling greens, tennis courts, cricket wickets, playing fields, ovals and racecourses. Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Sports Turf Management AHC31319 (Non-apprenticeship) teaches the specialist skills essential to thrive in this growing industry. With hundreds of sporting greens in Australia and thousands more around the world, sports turf management combines a love of sports with a passion for gardening into a lifelong career.

Learn from skilled arborists in Melbourne who are industry connected, have expertise and up-to-date knowledge about an ever-changing field. Our Diploma of Arboriculture AHC50520 allows students to access industry-standard equipment and facilities such as our Yarra Edge Nursery. You will take part in theory-based and practical field-based learning, preparing you to be job-ready for your career as an arborist. Melbourne Polytechnic’s strong industry links to the Victorian Tree Industry Organisation ensures that the skills you acquire with us will reflect the needs of the industry.

A major in Sports Turf Science and Management will help you pursue a range of interesting and lucrative careers in the sports turf industry, whether it be managing turf directly, or in turf consulting and design, turf research and development, or in the commercial world.

Victoria is the number one place for horticulture, with a diverse horticultural industry spanning food production, nursery, garden maintenance and design. This industry alone has a value of $3.9 billion and provides thousands of jobs. Melbourne Polytechnic’s modern facilities utilise the latest technologies and methods to teach you a blend of science and horticulture management to enter an ever-changing industry as a successful horticulturalist. If you have a passion for the science of plants and managing horticultural sites, the Diploma of Applied Horticultural Science 22650VIC could be the pathway for you.