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publication are subject to change. Charles Darwin University does not assume and hereby disclaims any express or implied liability
whatsoever to any party for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions, whether these errors or omissions result from
negligence, accident or any other cause. Published April 2010 CRICOS Provider 00300K.
Contents Agriculture, horticulture and aquaculture 8

Arts, music and media design 10

Automotive 12

Building and construction 14

Business 16

Commercial cookery, bakery and butchery 18

Community and children’s services, health and education 20

Computing 22

Conservation and land management 23

Electrical and Refrigeration/Air Conditioning 24

Hairdressing and beauty therapy 25

Language, Literacy and Numeracy 26

Library studies 27

Occupational Health and Safety 28

Retail 29

Sports and recreation 29

Training and assessment 30

Transport and storage 30

Tourism and hospitality 32

Welding, fabrication, fitting and machining 34

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Welcome
Charles Darwin University (CDU) is the
Northern Territory’s leading education
provider. We deliver training and education
to more than 20,000 students. People
come from throughout the Territory, all
states of Australia as well as overseas to
study at one of CDU’s eight campuses
or centres.
Most CDU students study Vocational
Education and Training (VET) courses
that qualify them to work in a wide range
of occupations and careers. At CDU, VET
courses can also provide pathways to
studying at Higher Education level.
Our VET courses will help you to develop
a range of work skills that are often in
high demand in the current marketplace.
No matter who you are or where you are
in your life, CDU can help to change your
world.
This guide provides information on course
offerings. Delivery of VET courses is
flexible and varies according to demand,
location and circumstance. Students are
encouraged to refer to the University’s
website at www.cdu.edu.au/courses for the
most up-to-date list of courses on offer.
Course options
Certificate I
Certificate I qualifications cover basic
skills required in some industries. They
are usually offered in remote locations or
through schools and are rarely available
to urban groups as a stand alone
qualification
Certificate II
Certificate II qualifications are generally an
introductory level.
Certificate III
Certificate III qualifications provide a skill
qualification for a job and are the level of
an apprenticeship.
Certificate IV
Certificate IV qualifications are often
seen as the first level qualification
for a supervisory position. Successful
achievement at this level entitles a student
to up to 40 credit points advanced
standing in an undergraduate course in a
similar field.
Diploma
Diplomas are a high level qualification
and successful achievement at this level
entitles a student to up to 80 credit points
advanced standing in an undergraduate
course in a similar field.
Short Courses
Short courses can be a group of units
which lead to a particular skill or a non-
accredited course which focuses on a
particular skill.
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 Length of courses
Because people study in so many different
ways, we can only give a general guide
here. Where people are studying full-time,
they could take a shorter time to complete
their course.
• Certificates I, II, III and IV on average
take from six months to one year
• Diplomas may take from 1 year to
18 months
• Apprenticeships take three years
on average
Methods of study
There are several study options to choose
from with CDU. We encourage you to
talk to CDU about what is the best
method for you.
• Full-time
• Part-time
• Self-paced
• On-line using Learnline
• On the job
• Seminar
• Block or day release for apprentices
• A combination of the above
Please contact CDU prior to enrolling to
find out what is available in your chosen
field and to discuss your options.
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Enrolling in a VET course
Regardless of whether you are a new or a
continuing student – if you want to study
in 2010, you need to enrol. Once you have
selected the course(s) in which you would
like to enrol, you should arrange a time
with the relevant team leader or delegate
to discuss and complete your enrolment.
You can find the enrolment form on
the web at www.cdu.edu.au/studentnet/
adminforms.html#vet. Remember, you need
a staff member to approve your enrolment.
Most certificate courses do not have
specific entry requirements, but to ensure
that you enrol in the most appropriate
course, you should speak to a lecturer.
If you speak English as a second language
and require help preparing for VET
study, visit the Adult Migrant English
Program website for further information.
W: www.cdu.edu.au/cduvet/language-
literacy/amep.html
What fees do I need
to pay?
Fees apply to most students undertaking
VET courses at CDU. Information on
nominal hours for each course can be
found on the CDU website.
Australian students living in the Northern
Territory (NT) are eligible to enrol in NT
Government-subsidised places. Those
living outside the Northern Territory will
normally pay a higher fee. Specific fees are
posted on the CDU website.
Some higher level courses eg Certificate
IV or Diploma may not be subsidised and
will cost more. Contact CDU for more
information on course fees.
Some people may be exempt from fees Please note
for various reasons eg. those who are
unemployed, have a low income or live in At the time of going to print some of
a remote location. When you are enrolling these qualifications were being reviewed.
you can check if this applies to you.
As a result, some of these courses may be
International students are charged renamed. We recommend you check the
fees at different rates to domestic CDU website for up-to-date listings.
students, and are not normally eligible W: www.cdu.edu.au/courses
for NT Government-subsidised places.
Please contact CDU to find out about
international fees or check the website Key to campuses etc
www.cdu.edu.au/international
A Alice Springs
If you have trouble paying the fees
in a single amount, the University C Casuarina
has an instalment plan available for P Palmerston
all VET students whose fees are at J Jabiru
least $100. If you would like to find
K Katherine
out more information about this,
please contact CDU. R Remote
T Tennant Creek
Skills recognition – N Nhulunbuy
recognition of prior learning Y Yulara
(RPL) and credit transfer App Apprenticeship
W Workplace/on-the-job only
CDU acknowledges that many people
have acquired knowledge and skills App* Apprenticeship only
through previous training, work or Ref Referred clients only
life experience and will consider this
when a person enrols. Visit the RPL site
www.cdu.edu.au/aqpvet/vetresources.
html#Assessmentandrecognition.
Likewise with skills achieved at another
registered training organisation, students
may apply for exemption or recognition of
some units www.cdu.edu.au/studentnet/
adminforms.html.

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 Agriculture, Learn to work in the Northern Territory’s cattle industry as
horticulture and jackaroos/jillaroos, ringers or station managers. Specialised industry
aquaculture programs such as SmartTrain Chemical Accreditation, Vertebrate
pest management, Freshcare Quality Assurance program, Skid Steer
Loader training, 4x4 vehicle recovery and ATV quad training are
provided by the Horticulture and Aquaculture section along with
training courses that will equip students to work in the horticulture
and aquaculture industries.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Beef cattle farmer Certificate III in Agriculture K, A

(Beef Production)

Animal attendant or Certificate II in Animal K

trainer Studies

Aquaculture Certificate II in Seafood C, R

farm worker (Aquaculture)

Certificate III in Seafood C

(Aquaculture)

Certificate IV in Seafood C
(Aquaculture)

Coxswain Certificate III in Seafood C

Industry (Fishing Operations)

Farm and garden Certificate I in Rural C, K, A, R

worker Operations

Certificate II in Rural C, K, A, R
Operations

Garden labourer Certificate I in Horticulture C, A, R

Certificate II in Horticulture C, A, R

Gardener Certificate III in Horticulture C, A

Certificate IV in Horticulture C, A
Key
A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy Horticulturalist Diploma in Horticulture C
C Casuarina Y Yulara
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship Horse breeder Certificate III in Agriculture K
J Jabiru W Workplace/
on-the-job only
(Horse Breeding)
K Katherine
App* Apprenticeship only
R Remote
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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Career opportunities Courses available Location

Mixed crop and Certificate II in Agriculture K, A

livestock farm
worker

Stock and station Certificate III in Rural C, K, A

agent/Head Operations
stockman

Agriculture, horticulture and

aquaculture short courses Location

SMARTtrain Chemical Accreditation Program C, P, K,

A, R

4WD Recovery Course C, P, K,

A, R

Operate ride-on vehicles (quad bike course) C. P, K, R

Welding K

Basic Chainsaw Operation C, P, K,

A, R

Cattle Pregnancy Testing K, R

Basic Machinery Maintenance C, K, A

Operate Tractors C, K, A, R

1080 Application C, K, A, R

Skid Steer Loader Operation C, K, R

Hydroponics C

Growing Vegetables Organically C

Plant Propagation C, A

Planting Trees and Shrubs C, A

Plant Identification (know your plants) C, A

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 Arts, music and When considering the creative industries think innovation,
media design creativity, lateral thinking, collaboration, teamwork and a host of
other desirable attributes being sought by employers and industry.
Specialised courses in multimedia, graphic design, and sound
recording will equip students to work in many areas of the creative
industries, such as graphic design, web design, digital media
and recording technology. Courses in visual arts and fashion will
improve creative talents, leading to jobs or further study in this
exciting area of design.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Visual arts and Certificate I in Visual Arts A, R

craft professional and Contemporary Craft

Certificate II in Visual Arts A, R

and Contemporary Craft

Certificate III in Visual Arts A, R

and Contemporary Craft

Certificate IV in Visual Arts A, R

and Contemporary Craft

Graphic designer/ Certificate II in Creative R

Web designer Industries (Media)

Certificate III in Media A

Certificate IV in Interactive C
Digital Media

Certificate IV in Design C

Contemporary music Certificate I in Music R

performer and sound Industry (Foundation)
technician
Certificate II in Music R
Industry (Foundation)

Certificate III in Music C, R, A

Key
Diploma of Music Industry C
A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy
(Technical Production)
C Casuarina Y Yulara
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship
Textile, clothing Certificate IV in Visual Arts C, R
J Jabiru W Workplace/
K Katherine
on-the-job only and footwear and Contemporary Craft
R Remote
App* Apprenticeship only production
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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Arts, Music and Media Design short courses Location

Introduction to Shoemaking C

Intermediate Shoemaking C

Advanced Shoemaking C

Introduction to Sewing C

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 Automotive Automotive courses provide students with skills, licences and trade
qualifications for various aspects of the automotive mechanical,
electrical, vehicle body and transport industries. People can begin
this career path as a VET in schools student or a school-based
apprentice. Training in the industry may lead to an apprenticeship
or traineeship with an established automotive industry provider, but
for those who do not take this path, there are other options to gain
qualifications to work in the industry.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Automotive Certificate III in Automotive C, App*

electrical technician Electrical Technology

Automotive Certificate II in C, A
air-conditioning Automotive Mechanical
mechanic (Air Conditioning)

Automotive Certificate II in Automotive C, A, App*

trade assistant/ Vehicle Servicing
serviceman
Certificate II in Automotive C, A, App*
Specialist

Automotive Certificate III in Automotive C, A, App*

mechanic Mechanical Technology
(technician) (Light Vehicle)
light vehicle
Certificate IV in Automotive C
Technology

Heavy vehicle Certificate III in Automotive C, App*

mechanic Mechanical Technology
(technician) (Road Transport)

Certificate III in Automotive C, App*

Mechanical Technology
(Mobile Equipment)

Panel beater Certificate III in Automotive C, App*

Key Vehicle Body (Panel Beating)
A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy Vehicle spray Certificate III in Automotive C, App*
C Casuarina Y Yulara
painter Vehicle Body (Vehicle
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship
J Jabiru W Workplace/
Painting)
on-the-job only
K Katherine
App* Apprenticeship only
R Remote
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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Automotive industry skills
licensing and short courses Location

Four Wheel Drive Driver Training C

Truck/Bus Licensing C

LR/MR/HR Licensing C

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 Building and Building and construction courses provide students with the skills,
construction licences and trade qualifications necessary to work in various
aspects of the drafting and building construction industry. Options
include starting as a VET in schools student or as a school-based
apprentice and this can lead to an apprenticeship or traineeship
within the industry. Other start points are also provided to equip
students with the qualifications to gain work in this industry.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Builders labourer/ Certificate I in Construction C, A

trade assistant
Certificate II in Construction C, A, R,
App

Cabinet maker/trade Certificate II in Furniture C, App

assistant/flat pack Making
assembler

Cabinetmaker Certificate III in Furniture C, App*

Making (Cabinet Making)

Carpenter Certificate III in Carpentry C, A, App*

Construction/ Certificate IV in Building and A

Project manager Construction (Building)

Drainer Certificate II in Drainage C

Draftsperson/CAD Certificate IV in Residential C

operator Drafting

Diploma of Building Design C

and Technology

Gas fitter Certificate III in Gas Fitting C

Irrigation installer Certificate II in Urban C, App

Irrigation

Plumber Certificate III in Plumbing C, App*

Key Roof plumber Certificate III in Roof C, App
A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy Plumbing
C Casuarina Y Yulara
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship Civil Construction Certificate III in Civil W
J Jabiru W Workplace/
on-the-job only
Construction
K Katherine
App* Apprenticeship only
R Remote
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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Building and construction industry
skills licensing and short courses Location

Forklift C, A

Basic scaffolding license C, A

Intermediate scaffolding license C, A

Elevated work platform licence C, A

Dogging license C

Basic rigging licence C

Intermediate rigging license C

Mobile crane license C

Vehicle-loading crane license C

Skid steer C, A

Front-end loader A

Backhoe C, A

Excavator C, A

NT White Card C, A, R

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 Business Business courses offer students the opportunity to study business,
small and micro-business management, administration, customer
service, record-keeping, human resources, marketing, frontline
management and local government. Previous graduates of these
courses have gone on to work in a wide variety of fields including
business administration, reception work, bookkeeping, office and
practice management, business administration management, market
research analysis and human resources.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Accounts clerk/ Certificate II in Financial A

finance officer/ Services
bookkeeper/finance
manager Certificate III in C
Recordkeeping

Certificate III in Financial C, A

Services (Accounts Clerical)

Certificate IV in C
Recordkeeping

Certificate IV in Financial C, A
Services (Accounting)

Certificate IV in Financial C
Services (Bookkeeping)

Business Certificate IV in Business C, P, A,

administration K, N
manager
Certificate IV in Business C, A
Administration

Certificate IV in Small C, A
Business Management

Diploma of Business C, P, A,
Administration K, N

Key Diploma of Management C

A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy
C Casuarina Y Yulara
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship
J Jabiru W Workplace/
on-the-job only
K Katherine
App* Apprenticeship only
R Remote
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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Career opportunities Courses available Location

Human resources Certificate IV in Human C, P, A

manager/ Resources
professional
Diploma of Human C
Resources Management

Marketer Certificate IV in Marketing C, A

Diploma of Marketing C

Contract or project Certificate IV in Project C, A

manager Management

Diploma of Project Management C, A

Office manager Certificate IV in Frontline C, A

Management

Administration Certificate I in Business C, A, K, J,

officer/assistant N, R, T, Y

Certificate I in Local C
Government

Certificate II in Business C, A, K, J,
N, R, T, Y

Certificate II in Local C
Government

Certificate III in Business C, A, K, J,

N, R, T, Y

Certificate III in Business C, A, K,

Administration T, Y

Small business Certificate IV in Small C, A

manager/owner Business Management

Business short courses Location

Pitman’s Shorthand C

MYOB C, A

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 Commercial CDU’s cookery courses provide a wide range of options for people
cookery, interested in rewarding careers involving food, including bakers,
bakery and bread makers and pastry cooks. Options include starting a career
path as a VET in schools student or a school-based apprentice.
butchery People with a passion for food can develop a career in the
hospitality industry through a range of courses, leading to work as
chefs, cooks, assistant cooks or kitchen hands.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Butcher or small Certificate II in Meat A

goods maker Processing (Meat Retailing)

Certificate III in Meat A, App

Processing (Meat Retailing)

Assistant cook or Certificate I in Hospitality P, A, T, R

kitchen hand (Kitchen Operations)

Certificate II in Hospitality P, A, T, R
(Kitchen Operations)

Baker/pastry cook Certificate III in Food P, R, App

Processing (Retail Baking
– Bread)

Certificate III in Food P, R, App

Processing (Retail Baking
– Combined)

Chef, kitchen Certificate III in Hospitality P, A, App

supervisor or cook (Commercial Cookery)

Certificate IV in Hospitality P, A
(Commercial Cookery)

Key
A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy
C Casuarina Y Yulara
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship
J Jabiru W Workplace/
on-the-job only
K Katherine
App* Apprenticeship only
R Remote
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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Commercial cookery, bakery
and butchery short courses Location

Cooking hobby classes P

Cake decorating P

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 Community Large and small communities are always seeking people to work
and children’s in care-related industries. CDU offers courses for people interested
services, health in working as a personal carer, welfare support worker, community
worker, aged or disabled carer, disabilities services officer, youth
and education worker, out of school hours care worker, childcare worker, childcare
centre manager, teachers’ aide.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Aged or disabled Certificate III in Aged Care C

care
Certificate III in Disability C

Child care Diploma of Children’s C, P, A, J,

co-ordinator/ Services (Early Childhood K, R, N, Y
manager Education and Care)

Diploma of Children’s A
Services (Outside School
Hours Care)

Child care assistant Certificate III in Children’s C, P, A, J,

/Out-of-school Services K, R, N, Y
hours care assistant
Certificate IV in Children’s C
Services (Outside School
Hours Care)

Community worker Certificate IV in Community C

Services Work

Disability services Certificate IV in Disability C

officer

Personal care Certificate III in Home and C

assistant Community Care

Teacher’s aide Certificate IV in Educational C, P, A

Support

Key
A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy
C Casuarina Y Yulara
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship
J Jabiru W Workplace/
on-the-job only
K Katherine
App* Apprenticeship only
R Remote
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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Career opportunities Courses available Location

Welfare support Certificate III in Community C

worker Service

Certificate IV in Alcohol and C

Other Drugs

Youth worker Certificate IV in Youth Work C

Health care Certificate III in Health C, A

assistant Services Assistance

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 Computing Information technology courses help students to update their
computer skills and develop their IT knowledge. Graduates can
expect to find work in the IT industry as keyboard operators,
IT support technicians, level 1 help desk operators and network
administrators.

Courses
Career opportunities available Location

IT support Certificate III in Information C, A

technician Technology

Certificate IV in Information C
Technology (General)

Keyboard operator Certificate I in Information C, A,

Technology
K, T, Y

Certificate II in Information C, A, K
Technology

Key
A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy
C Casuarina Y Yulara
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship
J Jabiru W Workplace/
on-the-job only
K Katherine
App* Apprenticeship only
R Remote
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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The conservation and land management industry includes work Conservation
such as mine site rehabilitation, environmental assessment, and land
conservation volunteering and work within National Parks. Training management
is also provided to remote communities for people who are working
with their local councils, IPA projects, Landcare group or as
Indigenous community rangers.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Park ranger Certificate III in Conservation P, A

and Land Management

Certificate IV in Conservation P, A, R
and Land Management

Diploma in Conservation and P

Land Management

Conservation Certificate II in Conservation P, A, R

industry worker and Land Management

Certificate III in Conservation P, A, R

and Land Management

Conservation Certificate I in Conservation P, A, R

industry support and Land Management
worker

Conservation and land

management short courses Location

SMARTtrain Chemical Accreditation Program C, P, K,

A, R

4WD Recovery Course C, P, K, A

Operate ride-on vehicles (quad bike course) C, P, K

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 Electrical and The electro-technology sector impacts on all aspects of daily life
Refrigeration/Air including electricity, air-conditioning, refrigeration and remote
Conditioning essential services. These courses provide students with the skills,
licences and trade qualifications to work within the industry. Note:
these courses can be undertaken only by people already working or
participating in an apprenticeship within this industry.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Air-conditioning Certificate III in Refrigeration C, App*

and refrigeration and Air conditioning
mechanic

Remote essential Certificate II in C, A, R,

service officer Electrotechnology Remote App
Area Essential Services

Electrician (general) Certificate III in C, A, App*

Electrotechnology Electrician

Split system Certificate II in Air C, A, App

installer Conditioning (Split System)

Electrical contractor Electrical Contractors A

Licensing course

Electronics and Certificate III in Electronics C, A, App

communications and Communications
technician

Electrical, refrigeration and electrotechnology

industry skills licensing Location

Test and Tag Licensing A

Restricted Electrical Licensing A

Key
A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy
C Casuarina Y Yulara
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship
J Jabiru W Workplace/
on-the-job only
K Katherine
App* Apprenticeship only
R Remote
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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The hair and beauty industries are both glamorous and constantly Hairdressing
changing. A variety of courses in hairdressing and beauty therapy and beauty
offer practical, hands-on training to equip students with skills that therapy
are in demand by the hair and beauty industries.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Beauty therapist Certificate III in Beauty P, App

Services

Certificate IV in Beauty P
Therapy

Hair salon assistant Certificate II in Hairdressing P, A

Hairdresser Certificate III in Hairdressing P, A, App

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 Language, CDU offers adult learners the opportunity to improve their skills
Literacy and in reading, writing, numeracy and to improve their confidence in
Numeracy speaking. These skills help people to prepare for future study or to
improve job prospects. Day and evening classes are offered subject
to sufficient demand.

Courses available Location

Literacy and Certificate I in Introductory C, T, K,

(R subject
Numeracy Vocational Education to sufficient
demand)

Certificate II in Education P
(R subject
and Skills Development to sufficient
demand)

Course in Initial General Ref

Education for Adults

Cert I in General Education Ref

for Adults (Introductory)

Certificate I in General Ref

Education for Adults

Certificate II in General Ref

Education for Adults

Certificate III in General C

Education for Adults

Vocational Preparation Programmes

Are you thinking of enrolling in a vocational course but feel your

basic skills need refreshing? A 6 week course is available to upgrade
skills for entry into vocational education and training also a 10
week pathway course is available for students who feel they need to
refresh skills to enter preparation for tertiary studies.

Key
A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy
C Casuarina Y Yulara
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship
J Jabiru W Workplace/
on-the-job only
K Katherine
App* Apprenticeship only
R Remote
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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English Language

English language classes are available, delivering the Certificates

in Spoken and Written English. New arrivals to Australia may be
eligible for free English classes through the Adult Migrant Education
Program (AMEP). These courses are also offered via distance
learning for people living in small towns or communities or who are
working full-time.

Courses available Location

Course in Preliminary Spoken A, C, P, J,

and Written English K, T, N, R

Certificate I in Spoken and Written English A, C, P, J,

K, T, N, R

Certificate II in Spoken and Written English A, C, P, J,

K, T, N, R

Certificate III in Spoken and Written English A, C, P, J,

K, T, N, R

Certificate IV in English Proficiency A, C, P, J,

K, T, N, R

Courses in Library studies are available from Certificate III to Library

Diploma level. These courses cover a broad range of skills including studies
but not limited to: customer service, communication, problem
solving, and technical aspects of library work.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Library Certificate IV in Library/ P

Information Services

Diploma of Library/ P
Information Services

Library assistant Certificate III in Library/ P

Information Services

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 Occupational Career opportunities Courses available Location
Health and Safety officer/ Certificate IV in Occupational C, A
Safety advisor Health & Safety

Key
A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy
C Casuarina Y Yulara
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship
J Jabiru W Workplace/
on-the-job only
K Katherine
App* Apprenticeship only
R Remote
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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The retail industry offers a range of career options other than Retail
behind-the-counter sales. Careers range from day-to-day
operations right through to management. These courses offer
practical and valuable skills aimed to equip students with the
knowledge they will need to achieve success in this challenging
industry.

Courses
Career opportunities available Location

Sales assistant Certificate I in Retail Services P, A, T, R

Certificate II in Retail P, A, R

Certificate III in Retail P, A, R

Retail manager Certificate IV in Retail P, A

Management

Courses in the sports, recreation and fitness sector prepare students Sports and
to work as fitness instructors, sports coaches, instructors or recreation
officials, and sports and personal service workers.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Sports coach, Certificate II in Sport and C, K, A

instructor or official Recreation

Certificate IV in Sport C
Development

Sports and personal Certificate III in Sport and C, A, R

trainer Recreation

Fitness instructor Certificate III in Fitness C, A, Y

Certificate IV in Fitness C

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 Training and Training and Assessment covers the competencies required to
assessment deliver training in an industry sector or area of subject matter
expertise, and conduct competency-based assessment in a range
of contexts. It is the mandatory requirement for delivering and
assessing nationally accredited training programs.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Workplace trainer Certificate IV in Training and C, P, K, A,

and assessor/ Assessment J, N
Vocational
education teacher

Transport and Transport and storage training is ideal for people wishing to gain
storage accreditation in warehousing and storage, transport, logistics, crane
and forklift operations. The courses provide students with the skills,
licences and qualifications necessary to gain work in this and in
their chosen area of expertise.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Storeperson Certificate II in Transport and W

Logistics (Warehousing and
Storage)

Certificate III in Transport W

and Logistics (Warehousing
and Storage)

Supply and Diploma of Logistics W

distribution Management
manager

Transport/freight Certificate IV in Transport W

driver and Logistics (Road
Key Transport)
A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy
C Casuarina Y Yulara Crane, hoist or lift Certificate III in Transport W
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship operator and Logistics (Mobile
J Jabiru W Workplace/
on-the-job only Cranes Operations)
K Katherine
App* Apprenticeship only
R Remote
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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Career opportunities Courses available Location

Delivery driver Certificate II in Transport and W

Logistics (Road Transport)

Certificate III in Transport W

and Logistics (Road
Transport)

Transport and Certificate II in Transport W

dispatch clerks and Logistics (Logistics
Operations)

Certificate III in Transport W

and Logistics (Logistics
Operations)

Warehouse Certificate IV in Transport W

administrator and Logistics (Warehousing
and Storage)

Transport and storage industry skills licensing Location

Forklift C, A

Basic scaffolding license C, A

Intermediate scaffolding license C, A

Elevated work platform licence C, A

Dogging license C

Basic rigging license C

Intermediate rigging license C

Mobile crane license to 20t C

Vehicle-loading crane license C

C and E: Road Reform Course - Chain of W

Responsibility

Dangerous Goods Awareness Course W

Fatigue Management Awareness Course W

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 Tourism and Well trained hospitality staff are the pinnacle of tourist destinations
hospitality throughout the world. Qualifications within this industry sector
will lead to employment as food and beverage attendants, front
of house/concierge staff, tour guides, travel consultants, café
attendants, tourist information officers, hospitality managers and
supervisors, meetings and event coordinators and event managers.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Accommodation and Diploma of Hospitality P

hospitality manager

Hospitality worker Certificate I in Hospitality P, A

Certificate II in Hospitality P, A, R

Certificate III in Hospitality P, A, R

Food and beverage Certificate IV in Hospitality P, A, R

manager

Tour guide Certificate I in Tourism P, A, R

(Australian Indigenous
Culture)

Certificate III in Tourism P, A, R

(Guiding)

Certificate IV in Tourism P, A, R
(Guiding)

Operations Certificate IV in Tourism P, A

supervisor/manager
Diploma of Tourism P

Tourism Certificate II in Tourism P, A, R

information officer
Certificate III in Tourism P, A, R

Travel Consultant Certificate III in Tourism P, A

(Retail Travel Sales)

Key
A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy
C Casuarina Y Yulara
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship
J Jabiru W Workplace/
on-the-job only
K Katherine
App* Apprenticeship only
R Remote
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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Career opportunities Courses available Location

Conference and Certificate III in Events P, A

event organiser
Diploma in Events P

Tourism and hospitality short courses Location

Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol P, A, T, R

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 Welding, The welding, fabrication, and fitting and machining courses provide
fabrication, students with the skills and trade qualifications necessary to work
fitting and within this industry. Options include starting a career path as a VET
in schools student or a school-based apprentice. Training in the
machining industry may lead to an apprenticeship or traineeship, and other
start points will provide students with the qualifications to gain
work in the area.

Career opportunities Courses available Location

Fitter and machinist Certificate III in Engineering C, App*

– Mechanical Trade

Metal production Certificate II in Engineering A, C

worker/sales person
or trades assistant

Sheetmetal worker Certificate III in Engineering C, A, App*

– Fabrication Trade (Light
Fabrication)

Boilermaker Certificate III in Engineering C, App*

– Fabrication Trade (Heavy
Fabrication)

Welding, fabrication and

fitting, and machining short courses Location

Introduction to Welding (night classes) C, A

Structural Steel Welder Training (night classes) C, A

Structural Steel Welder Assessment C, A

International Welding Practitioner C

Key
A Alice Springs N Nhulunbuy
C Casuarina Y Yulara
P Palmerston App Apprenticeship
J Jabiru W Workplace/
on-the-job only
K Katherine
App* Apprenticeship only
R Remote
Ref Referred clients only
T Tennant Creek

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FAQs
What is Vocational Education and
Training (VET)?
If you’ve come from interstate, you’re
probably familiar with TAFE. In the NT,
Charles Darwin University (CDU)
VET courses are the equivalent. VET
courses offer hands-on, practical skills
that are occupation focussed.

When should I enrol?

We have two peak enrolment times –
January/ February and July/August, but
many courses accept continuous
enrolments, so contact the lecturer
any time.

How much does it cost to study at CDU?

Refer to fees section on the CDU website.

Can I do VET courses part-time?

Most VET courses offer flexible study
options, allowing you to fit study in with
your other commitments.

What is an Apprenticeship?
This refers to a training style which
combines work and study. You must have
an employer and you must
sign a contract of training with
Australian Apprenticeships NT. For further
information refer to www.aacnt.com.au.

Do I need to enrol in a whole course?

No. You can enrol in a single unit or a
group of units – it is entirely up to you.

1800 CDU VET

(1800 238 838)
www.cdu.edu.au/vet

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(1800 238 838)
www.cdu.edu.au/vet