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Become a licensed security guard (unarmed) with the Certificate II in Security Operations (CPP20218). You will learn how to provide security services for a range of clients while protecting yourself, patrons, and the general public. The course covers: first aid, basic self defence, screening people and personal effects, conducting patrols, crowd control, managing intoxicated people, removing persons from premises. Enquire now for enrolment opportunities in your state or territory..

Become a licensed builder with the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building). This nationally recognised qualification is the minimum training requirement for builders working on domestic premises in Australia. The course covers: understanding building codes and standards, managing WHS on a construction site, reading and interpreting plans and specifications, applying site surveys, managing site communication and admin, procuring construction materials, managing construction quality, and more. Enquire now for entry requirements, licensing outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates. PLEASE NOTE: requirements for builder’s licences vary by state and territory. Always check the requirements before enrolling in any training course..

The BSB41419 - Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety is a Nationally Recognised Training (NRT) qualification. Please make an enquiry to find out more about the course such as government funding options, study modes and duration..

Become a licensed carpenter with the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry. This nationally recognised training course is a trade qualification and part of a carpentry apprenticeship. During your studies you will learn the essentials of working on a construction worksite including critical safety, communication, and behavioural standards. You’ll then gain the technical skills you need to work in either commercial carpentry, residential carpentry, or formwork. Skills include: using carpentry tools and equipment, handling carpentry materials, setting out, installing floors, constructing wall frames, erecting roof trusses and pitched roofs, installing windows and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, carpentry career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..

A Diploma of Building and Construction can help you further your career in the building industry. You’ll develop your skills in construction management, including estimating costs, supervising projects and preparing contracts. Whether you work as a builder, a foreman or a building inspector, this course will give you the skills you need to take your work to a new level. The Diploma of Building and Construction covers a range of topics from structural principles to occupational health and safety. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover topics including monitoring costing systems, preparing tender documentation and selecting building contractors. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..

The BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management is for the next generation of business leaders who need highly developed emotional intelligence and the ability to communicate with influence. This nationally recognised diploma has a heavy focus on interpersonal skills and relationship building, while teaching you how to develop administrative systems, operational plans, budgets, policy and compliance documents. Choose electives in areas that support your job role: finance, administration, risk management, big data, industrial relations, customer service. Enquire now for the list of study units, elective choices, and upcoming enrolment dates..

Become a surveillance officer or private investigator with the CPP30619 Certificate III in Investigative Services. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to profile, investigate, and locate subjects, then prepare supporting documentation for clients and court. The course covers: developing investigation plans, legal compliance and ethical obligations, presenting evidence in court, staying safe on the job, carrying out interviews, conducting covert surveillance, and much more. Enquire now for entry requirements, graduation outcomes, and the latest enrolment dates..

Level-up your WHS risk management skills with the BSB51319 Diploma of Work Health and Safety. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to use risk management tools, investigation safety incidents, and manage the WHS consultation process. Choose electives that support job roles in contractor management or rehabilitation and return-to-work programs. Enquire now for more information about the course specialisations and upcoming enrolment dates..

Become a licensed bodyguard with the CPP31418 - Certificate III in Close Protection Operations. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to protect the safety and security of a client. The course covers: conflict resolution and negotiation skills, searching and securing premises, escorting a principal, maintaining situational awareness, responding to threats to a principal, using empty hand techniques, following instructions and contributing to team effectiveness, responding to behaviours of concern, and much more. Enquire now for entry requirements, licensing outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..

Get started in civil construction with the RII30820 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations. This nationally recognised training course accompanies an apprenticeship and teaches you how to work safely on a civil construction site. The course covers levelling, trenches, concreting, earthworks — and you’ll also have the opportunity to learn how to operate a range of heavy vehicles (depending on your chosen electives) including backhoes, graders, dozers, and excavators. Enquire now for more information about how to enrol and where to study..

The Certificate IV in Security Management (CPP40719) is a management level qualification for security supervisors and senior officers who manage an organisation’s security operations. Over 12 months of part-time study you will learn how to assess security risks and threats then advise your organisation’s senior management on its security needs. The course also delivers a range of essential skills in workplace communication, safety, time management, and customer service. Enquire now for the next available training dates..

The Certificate IV in Security Risk Analysis (CPP41519) qualifies you for work as a security risk analyst and consultant. Over 12 months of part-time study you will learn how to assess security and crowd control risk at events, hospitality venues, public buildings, and workplaces. Graduate knowing how to develop a security risk management plan and assess a range of advanced technology security systems. Enquire now for the next enrolment opportunities and how to obtain RPL for your previous study and work experience..

The Certificate II in Transport Security Protection (AVI20118) is the minimum qualification for screening and examination officers at airports, maritime and cargo ports in Australia. Over 6 months of part-time study (including a 10 day on-campus intensive) you will learn how to undertake a physical search of cargo and luggage — identifying (and handling) weapons, explosives, and prohibited items. The course offers the following elective specialisations: air cargo examination, domestic airport screening, international airport screening, and maritime screening. Enquire now for pre-enrolment requirements and a list of upcoming training dates..

A CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying will give you the skills you need to succeed in the construction industry. This course will set you up to work as a bricklayer or blocklayer but will also provide other skills required on a construction site. The CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying will improve your trade skills but will also show you how to carry out basic demolition, erect and dismantle scaffolding and read plans and specifications. The CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying is a practical qualification with a lot of hands-on training. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover topics including laying paving, constructing masonry steps and stairs, constructing arches and building fireplaces and chimneys. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..

Do you live in Queensland and need a gun licence? The 11029NAT Course in Firearms and Weapons Safety (Approved for Firearms Licensing in Queensland) is recognised by the QLD Police and can licence you to use a wide range of guns, paintball weapons, crossbows, and hunting knives. Just choose the elective units that apply to your preferred weapon-type. The course covers: Queensland weapons legislation, weapon and community safety, live firing practice, safe handling and storage, weapon transportation, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, weapons licensing outcomes, and training providers in your area that offer this course. PLEASE NOTE: check with your course provider before enrolling to ensure you have selected the units that apply to your licence type..

Get your advanced first aid certificate with the HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid. This nationally recognised short course will teach you how to respond to emergency situations and co-ordinate first aid activities until medical assistance arrives. Competencies include: managing first aid incidents, ensuring safety of all stakeholders, performing single-rescuer and two-rescuer CPR, deploying first aid resources, using first aid and ancillary equipment, communicating with emergency responders, documenting and reviewing incidents. Enquire now for entry requirements, certification details, and enrolment dates near you..

Get your RSA certificate online or face-to-face with a Registered Training Provider (RTO) today by enrolling in the SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol. This hands-on short course is mandatory for hospitality employees who work on licensed premises in Australia. The course covers: impacts of alcohol consumption on the human body, alcohol and the community, serving standard drink sizes, identifying intoxicated customers, refusing service, underage patrons, harm minimisation, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of training providers in your area that deliver the mandatory RSA course. PLEASE NOTE: the RSA course is different in some Australian states and territories. Contact your training provider before enrolling to ensure you have selected the correct course for your location..

A CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to become a qualified waterproofer. You’ll learn how to perform various waterproofing tasks to prevent damage from water or damp on construction sites. This course will prepare you to work on both interior and exterior areas in the residential and commercial construction industry. The CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing looks at a range of topics relevant to this industry. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover subjects including handling waterproofing materials, applying sealant, using waterproofing tools and equipment and preparing surfaces for waterproofing application. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..

A Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course will give you the practical skills to help a casualty experiencing cardiac arrest. You might need this training for your employment, particularly if you are a designated first aider at your workplace. The course is also suitable for anyone wanting to have the skills to assist in an emergency situation. The Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course prepares you for a range of emergency situations. You’ll learn to provide basic resuscitation, including the use of compressions and rescue breaths. The course explores CPR techniques for adults, children and infants and you’ll also develop the skills to use an automated external defibrillator (AED). Enquire now for entry requirements and course dates..

Need to update your advanced CPR and O2 certs? HLTAID015 Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy is an accredited short-course that is recognised by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC). During your studies you will be learning how to respond to emergency situations and perform life saving resuscitation procedures, while employing specialised equipment and the ACR guidelines. The course covers: delivering oxygen therapy using a pulse oximeter, performing single and two-rescuer CPR, monitoring the condition of casualty, managing life-threatening bleeding, communicating with emergency services, documenting and reviewing incidents. Enquire now for entry requirements, certification outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..

Do you work in remote or rural areas and need first aid skills? How about the nationally recognised short course HLTAID013 Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site? This course is recognised by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC). During your studies you’ll gain a full First Aid and CPR certificate, and you’ll also gain the skills you need to setup a first aid station at an remote or isolated outpost and then provide first aid and support over an extended period of time (or until medical help arrives). Remote first aid competencies include: recognising and assessing emergency situations, ensuring safety of self and bystanders, assessing casualty and providing first aid, carrying out CPR, communicating with emergency services, coordinating evacuations and prolonged first aid. Enquire now for the list of first aid competencies, entry requirements, and upcoming enrolment dates..

The HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting is a nationally recognised short course for teachers and child care workers who need skills in CPR and first aid. This course follows the guidelines of the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC). The course covers: recognising and assessing emergency situations including asthma and anaphylactic reactions, ensuring the safety patients and bystanders (as well as yourself), performing CPR and essential first aid, liaising with emergency services, reporting incident details to parents and caregivers, completing written incident reports. Enquire now for upcoming enrolment dates and workplace first aid outcomes..

Being able to follow infection controls and essential health standards is rapidly becoming the ‘must-have’ workplace certification in Australia. HLTINFCOV001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures is a short-course that will teach you (or your staff) how to follow standard precautions to minimise and prevent the transmission of disease. The course is suitable for all industries and covers: hand washing, personal hygiene, waste disposal, wearing PPE, cleaning and sanitising, recognising infection risks, responding to procedural breaches and contamination issues, and much more. Enquire now for the full scope of study knowledge, course outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..

Do you need the skills to conduct drug and alcohol screenings in the workplace? The HLTPAT005 Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing also qualifies you to perform drug and alcohol tests in hospitals, clinics, and other collection centres. This nationally recognised qualification covers: urine and oral fluid tests, breath tests, informed consent, personal safety, records management, client privacy, testing methods, sample integrity. Enquire now for the list of study outcomes and enrolment opportunities..

The CPP31318 Certificate III in Security Operations is for licensed security guards and crowd controllers who need specialist skills in cash-in-transit or the use of weapons and restraints. You’ll improve your leadership, conflict management and negotiation skills and choose electives that support additional licensing requirements (firearms, batons and handcuffs, canine, cash-in-transit, or control room operations). Enquire now for the full list of specialisation units and entry requirements..

Become a security risk specialist or consultant with the Diploma of Security Risk Management (CPP50619). This nationally recognised diploma is delivered over 6-12 months of part-time study and you’ll graduate knowing how to develop and implement security risk management plans for your clients. The course covers all facets of security operations, team management, and occupational health and safety systems. Enquire now for the list of study units and the next opportunity for enrolment..

Please note - this is not a building related course. The BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management is for dedicated project managers and team leaders who have been assigned to a major project. You will learn how to scope and cost out a project, then manage the budget, quality, resources and work teams. Choose electives that support your job role including: communication, compliance and governance, critical thinking, team leadership, procurement, ICT and information systems. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, study outcomes, and enrolment opportunities..

The AVI30419 Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) is the course you need to get a drone pilot’s licence from CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority). This nationally recognised course can be completed online (along with a number of practical sessions) and teaches you how to safely operate drone aircraft in accordance with Australian aviation laws. You’ll can also choose electives to cover your aeronautical radio operators certificate. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices and enrolment opportunities..

The RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction is a nationally recognised qualification for anyone wanting to get started in road, bridge, or tunnel construction. The course introduces you to a civil construction jobsite, teaching you the safety and environmental protocols expected of all civil construction workers. You’ll learn to read plans and jobs specs, use a range of hand and power tools, and perform accurate measurements and calculations. The qualification then allows you to specialise in any of nine areas: bituminous surfacing, bridge construction, pipe laying, road construction, road marking, tunnel construction, timber bridges, traffic management, and general operational work. Enquire now for the list of course specialisations (and their availability in your area) as well as open course dates..

A Certificate III in Stonemasonry (Monumental/Installation) will give you the skills you need to work as a stonemason or construction mason. You’ll learn to produce items including kitchen benchtops, fireplaces, decorative mouldings, stairs, tombstones and memorials. This course will show you how to use industry tools and equipment (including computer-operated machinery) and work with a range of materials including granite, marble and other stone products. The Certificate III in Stonemasonry (Monumental/Installation) covers a range of topics relevant to the stonemasonry trade. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover subjects including laying stone, identifying and using stone products and shaping solid stone. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..

The CPC30320 Certificate III in Concreting qualifies you for work as a professional concreter on either commercial or domestic properties. This nationally recognised training course delivers the foundational knowledge required for any career in trades (measurements, calculations, levelling, using tools, onsite safety) as well as specific concreting skills (placing, finishing, curing, and reinforcing concrete). Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective choices, and enrolment opportunities..