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Find your Certificate III
Nationally recognised qualifications across Information Technology, Business and Community Services. Study 100% online, at your own pace, with Australia's online specialist RTO.
Pick a path. Find your Cert III.
Switch between faculties to see every Certificate III we offer. Each one is nationally recognised under the AQF and delivered fully online.
Information Technology
Five entry-level pathways into the IT industry, with focus areas in cloud, cyber security, programming and web development.
Certificate III in Information Technology
Certificate III in IT — Focus on Cloud Computing
Certificate III in IT — Focus on Cyber Security
Certificate III in IT — Focus on Programming
Certificate III in IT — Focus on Web Development
Certificate III in Business (Administration)
Certificate III in Business
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability)
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Certificate III in Community Services
What is a Certificate III?
An entry-level qualification, recognised right across Australia.
A Certificate III sits at Level 3 of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). It's a nationally recognised vocational qualification that gives you the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to perform skilled work in a specific industry.
Cert IIIs are typically the entry point into a trade or profession. Employers across aged care, disability support, business administration, and IT recognise the qualification as evidence that you can do the job from day one.
From here, you can ladder up to a Certificate IV, Diploma, or higher qualification. Or step straight into work. The choice is yours.
WHY STUDY ONLINE
Built for real life. Study where you are.
Upskilled's Certificate III courses are designed for people balancing work, family and study. No campus, no exams, no fixed timetable.
Move through your course at a speed that suits you. Faster in busy weeks, slower when life gets in the way.
Access course materials, video tutorials and assessments through the MyUpskilled platform on your laptop, tablet or phone.
A dedicated Program Coordinator and trainers with industry experience are available through one-on-one Zoom sessions.
Assessments are practical, scenario-based and workplace-relevant. Show what you can do, not how well you remember a textbook.
Where a Certificate III can take you.
Indicative roles and salary ranges by faculty. Real job titles you can apply for once you've earned your qualification.
Information Technology
$60,000 – $85,000
- IT Support Officer
- Help Desk Technician
- Junior Network Administrator
- Cloud Support Technician
- Junior Web Developer
Business
$53,500 – $75,000
- Administrative Assistant
- Office Administrator
- Receptionist
- Customer Service Representative
- Records Clerk
Aged Care & Disability
$55,000 – $72,000
- Aged Care Worker
- Disability Support Worker
- Personal Care Assistant
- Community Support Worker
- Home Care Support Worker
Salary ranges are indicative and based on SEEK and Jobs and Skills Australia data, 2026. Actual earnings vary by location, employer and experience.
WHY UPSKILLED
Australia's online specialists, since 2009.
Upskilled (RTO 40374) is one of Australia's largest online registered training organisations, with thousands of students enrolled across IT, Business and Community Services every year.
Every Certificate III sits under the AQF and is recognised by employers across Australia.
We've delivered vocational training since 2009. Our online platform is built for it, not retrofitted.
Pay upfront and save, or split into weekly instalments starting from $61 per week. Speak to us about payment options.
Dedicated Program Coordinators, an Australian-based support team, and trainers with industry experience.
From job portals to internships, we care about your career success. We actively help with work placements as well.
Ladder up. Every Cert III articulates into a Certificate IV or Diploma, opening doors to deeper specialisation.
Frequently asked questions
Most Upskilled Certificate III courses take 12 months to complete. Business administration qualifications can take up to 18 months, depending on your pace. All courses are self-paced online, so you can move faster or slower based on your schedule and life commitments.
Yes. All Upskilled Certificate III courses are nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and delivered by Upskilled (RTO 40374). Your qualification is recognised by employers across Australia.
Upskilled offers flexible payment plans starting from $61 per week, paid fortnightly or monthly. You can also pay upfront and save. Government funding may be available in some states. Speak to an Education Consultant on 1300 009 924 to discuss your options.
There are no formal entry requirements for most Upskilled Certificate III courses. We recommend basic English and numeracy at Year 10 level, and access to a computer with internet. An Education Consultant will confirm you have the right foundation before you enrol.
Yes. Upskilled's Certificate III courses are 100% online and self-paced, designed for people balancing work, family and study. You access course materials through the MyUpskilled platform anytime, on any device.
A Certificate III is AQF Level 3 and covers entry-level skills for a specific industry. A Certificate IV is AQF Level 4 and goes deeper, covering supervisory, planning and analysis skills. Many students start at Cert III and ladder up to Cert IV and Diploma over time.
A Certificate III is the entry-level qualification employers look for across aged care, disability support, community services, business administration and IT. It gives you the practical skills and the credentials to apply for entry-level roles in your chosen industry.
Courses are delivered 100% online through the MyUpskilled learning platform. You get access to course materials, video tutorials, online trainer support, and one-on-one sessions with a dedicated Program Coordinator. No exams, ever. Community Services courses include a work placement component.