Find your Certificate IV
Nationally recognised qualifications across Information Technology, Business and Mental Health & AOD. Study 100% online, at your own pace, with Australia's online specialist RTO.
Step up. Find your Cert IV.
Switch between faculties to see every Certificate IV we offer. Each one is nationally recognised under the AQF and delivered fully online.
Information Technology
Six specialist Certificate IVs in IT, including a flagship Cyber Security and AI program powered by Microsoft and Cisco.
Certificate IV in Information Technology
Certificate IV in IT — Focus on Cyber Security and AI
Certificate IV in IT (Networking)
Certificate IV in IT (Programming)
Certificate IV in IT (Systems Administration Support)
Certificate IV in IT (Web Development)
Certificate IV in Business
Certificate IV in Business (Administration)
Certificate IV in Human Resource Management
Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication
Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business
Certificate IV in Business (Operations)
Certificate IV in Mental Health
Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs
Dual Certificate IV in AOD and Mental Health
What is a Certificate IV?
A mid-level qualification, the step into supervisory and specialist roles.
A Certificate IV sits at Level 4 of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). It's a nationally recognised vocational qualification covering the skills employers expect for supervisory, coordination and specialist roles.
Where a Certificate III equips you to perform skilled work, a Certificate IV adds the planning, leadership and analytical capability to oversee others, manage projects and operate independently in your chosen field.
From here, you can ladder up to a Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or further study. Or step straight into the next stage of your career.
WHY STUDY ONLINE
Built for real life. Study where you are.
Upskilled's Certificate IV 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 IV 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
$70,000 – $110,000
- Cyber Security Technician
- Network Administrator
- Systems Support Engineer
- Junior Software Developer
- Web Developer
Business
$65,000 – $95,000
- Team Leader / Supervisor
- HR Officer / HR Coordinator
- Project Coordinator
- Marketing Coordinator
- Office Manager
Mental Health & AOD
$65,000 – $90,000
- Mental Health Support Worker
- AOD Worker
- Community Support Worker
- Outreach Worker
- Residential 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 IV courses take 12 to 18 months to complete. The Dual Certificate IV in AOD and Mental Health typically runs 18 to 24 months since you're earning two qualifications. All courses are self-paced online.
Yes. All Upskilled Certificate IV 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 $62 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 IV courses. We recommend basic English and numeracy at Year 10 level, and access to a computer with internet. Mental Health and AOD courses require work placement. An Education Consultant will confirm you have the right foundation before you enrol.
Yes. Upskilled's Certificate IV 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 IV is the qualification employers look for when promoting from entry-level into supervisory, coordination and specialist roles across business, IT, mental health and AOD. It signals to employers you can lead, plan and analyse, not just execute.
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. Mental Health and AOD courses include an 80-hour work placement component.