Certificate IV in IT Courses
Build practical IT skills with Upskilled’s Certificate IV in Information Technology courses. Choose from specialisations in cyber security, AI, programming, networking, web development, systems administration or general IT, and take the next step towards a more technical career pathway.
Career Outcomes after Cert IV in IT
Possible Careers
Students who successfully complete the Certificate IV in IT qualification may be able to pursue the following career outcomes.
What is a Certificate IV in Information Technology?
Certificate IV in Information Technology (ICT40120) is a nationally recognised AQF Level 4 qualification that builds on foundational IT skills and helps you specialise for roles in IT support, networking, programming, web development, cyber security and systems administration. It develops practical, job-ready skills across modern technology environments, from troubleshooting and digital systems to programming, web technologies, cloud concepts and cyber awareness.
The course code ICT40120 helps explain the qualification. ICT refers to the Information and Communications Technology Training Package, 40 indicates it is an AQF Level 4 qualification, and 120 reflects the 2020 version of the course. This update aligns the qualification with the practical digital skills used in today's technology-focused workplaces, including IT support, networking, programming, web development, cyber awareness and cloud computing concepts.
It is a strong next step for people who already have some IT exposure or have completed a Certificate III and want to deepen their skills and specialise. There are no formal entry requirements, and students can study fully online while building technical skills that employers value. You can choose a focus such as Networking, Programming, Web Development, Systems Administration Support or Cyber Security, and the qualification opens a pathway into the ICT50120 Diploma of Information Technology.
Enrolling takes about 15 minutes
No exams, no waiting for a semester to begin, and no complicated paperwork. Most students go from enquiry to first login in under a week.
FAQs
Cert IV in IT: your questions answered
Upskilled offers Certificate IV in Information Technology options across general IT, Cyber Security, Cyber Security and AI, Programming, Networking, Web Development and Systems Administration Support.
Yes. ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology is a nationally recognised qualification listed on training.gov.au.
It is an AQF Level 4 qualification, designed to build technical skills above entry-level digital foundations and support pathways into junior IT roles or further study.
It can suit students who are starting out in IT, but it is generally a step above a Certificate III. It may be a good option for learners who want practical technical skills and are ready to explore more focused areas like networking, programming, cyber security or web development.
Depending on the specialisation, students may build skills in IT support, networking, cyber security, programming, web development, systems administration, database management, cloud computing, troubleshooting and user support.
Choose based on the kind of work you want to explore. Cyber Security may suit students interested in digital protection, Programming may suit those interested in coding, Networking may suit students who enjoy infrastructure, Web Development suits website-focused learners, and Systems Administration Support may suit those interested in managing and maintaining IT environments.
Yes. A Certificate IV can support further study into diploma-level IT qualifications, such as networking, cyber security, software development, cloud computing or broader information technology pathways.
Choose based on the skills you want to build. A general IT course may suit students who want broad digital foundations, while programming, web development or cloud-focused options may suit students who already have a preferred area of technology in mind.
Arlaine Berman
Head of Vocational Education — IT, Upskilled
Arlaine leads the Technology stream at Upskilled, with several decades in the IT industry as a networking engineer and trainer. Her credentials include a BSc in Computer Science, an MBA, and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer and Trainer certifications. She reviews Upskilled's IT and Technology course content to ensure it reflects current industry practice.
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