MicroCredentials
MicroCredentials
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Microcredentials are small courses in a specific area of study, with a focus on up-skilling and re-skilling in short timeframes, to meet the needs of employers and industry. MicroCredentials enable you to develop specific industry-recognised skills that address workplace or career progression needs.
Some MicroCredentials require prerequisites or a fee - be mindful of this when enrolling for a MicroCredential.
The Institute of Applied Technology - Digital is the new way to get digital skills, with short courses designed by trusted Industry and Education experts to complement your experience and fit with your life.
A range of microskills and microcredentials are currently available in Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, and more. You can enrol as a TAFE student and complete microskills for free (3-5 hours each) and microcredentials (50+ hours).
An Industry Skills Accelerator (Skills Accelerator) micro-credential can help you take the next step in your career and prepare for the jobs of the future. In just 40 hours, you can strengthen your knowledge and learn new skills.
Skills Accelerator micro-credential courses are affordable, industry-relevant, and built to fit around your life. Choose from a range of micro-credentials delivered by industry experts on topics such as manufacturing processes, robotics, intellectual property, pharmaceutical sciences and more.
You’re probably wondering how you can take these courses when you’re still in high school. Here’s a secret—many universities let you enrol when you’re under 18 if you study online through Open Universities Australia.
Before you choose a MicroCredential, you should:
Check your chosen university’s minimum age requirements, because it varies
Check that the MicroCredential doesn’t have any prior study requirements (search for it here)
Get permission from a parent or guardian to enrol
Make sure that you are able to pay the necessary fees or discover financial options or government help to pay for these courses.
Some unis will also want to assess you first, to make sure you’re ready for undergraduate-level study.
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Use this website to look through a wide range of MicroCredentials which are categorised into different industries. These MicroCredentials can provide you with outcomes and skills to help you entering the workforce and whichever industry you wish!
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