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ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology (Cyber Security)

ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology (Cyber Security)

National ID ICT30120 State ID AC12
Make a start on your career in IT

Learn cyber and IT roles including ICT Technician, Help Desk Officer or Cyber Security support.

This course is a suggested entry point for high school graduates with limited information technology skills or those who have limited industry experience.

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This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where the jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills initiative, from 1 January 2020 through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the course fees, capped for each year at $1,200; or $400 (plus resource fee) if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. Find out more

CampusesMurdoch. Mandurah. Rockingham. Thornlie.

When Semester 2, 2023. Semester 2, 2024. Semester 1, 2024.

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When you complete the Certificate III in Information Technology Cyber Security, you will be able to work towards working in the following roles of ICT Technician, Help Desk Officer, Cyber Security support. 

This course is a suggested entry point for high school graduates with limited information technology skills or those who have limited industry experience. 

This qualification is also offered part-time. Use the get help form below to start a discussion with our training area.

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The Centre for IT Excellence (CITE) provides state of the art, industry relevant training in information technology, creative media and electronics. We provide pathways from foundation studies to advanced diploma with specialist training in cyber security, systems and programming.

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  • cloud services
  • cyber security risk analysis
  • networking and hardware
  • online security threat handling
  • cyber security awareness

All certificate III qualifications include these core skills:

  • programming, ethics and privacy
  • personal data protection
  • critical thinking
  • teamwork and ICT client support

In order to make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, you must take into account the essential skills and knowledge required to undertake this study.

  • ability to work well with others and good communication skills
  • good time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks
  • good analytical and problem solving skills
  • ability to work as part of a team as well as independently

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Semester 1, 2024

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 1, 2024
Where Murdoch
How On Campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills $64.80 $19.20 $16.00
BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information $56.70 $16.80 $17.25
BSBXTW301 Work in a team $56.70 $16.80 $13.25
ICTICT313 Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments $72.90 $21.60 $22.50
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques $64.80 $19.20 $19.25
ICTSAS305 Provide ICT advice to clients $56.70 $16.80 $18.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $13.00
Identify and report online security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $13.00
Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services
$56.70 $16.80 $17.25
Configure cloud services
$89.10 $26.40 $27.00
Install and test network protocols
$48.60 $14.40 $15.00
Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network
$81.00 $24.00 $24.75

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 1, 2024
Where Rockingham
How On Campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills $64.80 $19.20 $16.00
BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information $56.70 $16.80 $17.25
BSBXTW301 Work in a team $56.70 $16.80 $13.25
ICTICT313 Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments $72.90 $21.60 $22.50
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques $64.80 $19.20 $19.25
ICTSAS305 Provide ICT advice to clients $56.70 $16.80 $18.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $13.00
Identify and report online security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $13.00
Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services
$56.70 $16.80 $17.25
Configure cloud services
$89.10 $26.40 $27.00
Install and test network protocols
$48.60 $14.40 $15.00
Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network
$81.00 $24.00 $24.75

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 1, 2024
Where Thornlie
How On Campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills $64.80 $19.20 $16.00
BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information $56.70 $16.80 $17.25
BSBXTW301 Work in a team $56.70 $16.80 $13.25
ICTICT313 Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments $72.90 $21.60 $22.50
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques $64.80 $19.20 $19.25
ICTSAS305 Provide ICT advice to clients $56.70 $16.80 $18.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $13.00
Identify and report online security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $13.00
Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services
$56.70 $16.80 $17.25
Configure cloud services
$89.10 $26.40 $27.00
Install and test network protocols
$48.60 $14.40 $15.00
Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network
$81.00 $24.00 $24.75

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Semester 2, 2024

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Murdoch
How On Campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills $64.80 $19.20 $16.00
BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information $56.70 $16.80 $17.25
BSBXTW301 Work in a team $56.70 $16.80 $13.25
ICTICT313 Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments $72.90 $21.60 $22.50
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques $64.80 $19.20 $19.25
ICTSAS305 Provide ICT advice to clients $56.70 $16.80 $18.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $13.00
Identify and report online security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $13.00
Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services
$56.70 $16.80 $17.25
Configure cloud services
$89.10 $26.40 $27.00
Install and test network protocols
$48.60 $14.40 $15.00
Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network
$81.00 $24.00 $24.75

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Rockingham
How On Campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills $64.80 $19.20 $16.00
BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information $56.70 $16.80 $17.25
BSBXTW301 Work in a team $56.70 $16.80 $13.25
ICTICT313 Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments $72.90 $21.60 $22.50
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques $64.80 $19.20 $19.25
ICTSAS305 Provide ICT advice to clients $56.70 $16.80 $18.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $13.00
Identify and report online security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $13.00
Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services
$56.70 $16.80 $17.25
Configure cloud services
$89.10 $26.40 $27.00
Install and test network protocols
$48.60 $14.40 $15.00
Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network
$81.00 $24.00 $24.75

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Thornlie
How On Campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills $64.80 $19.20 $16.00
BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information $56.70 $16.80 $17.25
BSBXTW301 Work in a team $56.70 $16.80 $13.25
ICTICT313 Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments $72.90 $21.60 $22.50
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques $64.80 $19.20 $19.25
ICTSAS305 Provide ICT advice to clients $56.70 $16.80 $18.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $13.00
Identify and report online security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $13.00
Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services
$56.70 $16.80 $17.25
Configure cloud services
$89.10 $26.40 $27.00
Install and test network protocols
$48.60 $14.40 $15.00
Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network
$81.00 $24.00 $24.75

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Semester 2, 2023

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 2, 2023
Where Murdoch
How On Campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills $64.80 $19.20 $15.50
BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information $56.70 $16.80 $16.75
BSBXTW301 Work in a team $56.70 $16.80 $13.00
ICTICT313 Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments $72.90 $21.60 $22.00
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques $64.80 $19.20 $18.75
ICTSAS305 Provide ICT advice to clients $56.70 $16.80 $17.25

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $12.50
Identify and report online security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $12.50
Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services
$56.70 $16.80 $16.75
Configure cloud services
$89.10 $26.40 $26.00
Install and test network protocols
$48.60 $14.40 $14.50
Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network
$81.00 $24.00 $24.00

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 2, 2023
Where Mandurah
How On Campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills $64.80 $19.20 $15.50
BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information $56.70 $16.80 $16.75
BSBXTW301 Work in a team $56.70 $16.80 $13.00
ICTICT313 Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments $72.90 $21.60 $22.00
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques $64.80 $19.20 $18.75
ICTSAS305 Provide ICT advice to clients $56.70 $16.80 $17.25

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $12.50
Identify and report online security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $12.50
Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services
$56.70 $16.80 $16.75
Configure cloud services
$89.10 $26.40 $26.00
Install and test network protocols
$48.60 $14.40 $14.50
Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network
$81.00 $24.00 $24.00

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 2, 2023
Where Rockingham
How On Campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills $64.80 $19.20 $15.50
BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information $56.70 $16.80 $16.75
BSBXTW301 Work in a team $56.70 $16.80 $13.00
ICTICT313 Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments $72.90 $21.60 $22.00
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques $64.80 $19.20 $18.75
ICTSAS305 Provide ICT advice to clients $56.70 $16.80 $17.25

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $12.50
Identify and report online security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $12.50
Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services
$56.70 $16.80 $16.75
Configure cloud services
$89.10 $26.40 $26.00
Install and test network protocols
$48.60 $14.40 $14.50
Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network
$81.00 $24.00 $24.00

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 2, 2023
Where Thornlie
How On Campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills $64.80 $19.20 $15.50
BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information $56.70 $16.80 $16.75
BSBXTW301 Work in a team $56.70 $16.80 $13.00
ICTICT313 Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments $72.90 $21.60 $22.00
ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques $64.80 $19.20 $18.75
ICTSAS305 Provide ICT advice to clients $56.70 $16.80 $17.25

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $12.50
Identify and report online security threats
$40.50 $12.00 $12.50
Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services
$56.70 $16.80 $16.75
Configure cloud services
$89.10 $26.40 $26.00
Install and test network protocols
$48.60 $14.40 $14.50
Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network
$81.00 $24.00 $24.00

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

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