Certificate IV in Information Technology 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.
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.