ICT30120 - Certificate III in Information Technology - Focus on Basic Cyber Security Awareness

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Nationally recognised

Average 12-18 months

12 units of competency

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Course Summary

Duration

Average 12-18 months

Units

12 units of competency

Intending on studying ICT30120 - Certificate III in Information Technology (Release 3) but also interested in learning some skills in cyber security? This exclusive course includes specifically selected units that explore cyber security, helping you gain a basic level of understanding and knowledge in the area.

The ICT30120 - Certificate III in Information Technology - Focus on Basic Cyber Security Awareness will have you studying general ICT units that can equip you with the skillset needed to carry out fundamental technical tasks. You'll also explore elective units that focus on cyber security, which can inspire you to pursue further study should you wish to make it a core focus in your career.

There's a skills shortage in cyber security workers, so demand in this specialisation is very high. With interesting and challenging work available, as well as high salary potential, this course may help you build the foundational skills needed to find career success in cyber security.

What you'll learn

This qualification comprises units that can help boost your knowledge in basic cyber security awareness, as well explore general ICT concepts, which can prepare you for supporting roles in the field. In this course, you'll learn to:

Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
Identify and report online security threats
Install and optimise operating system software
Other personal skills you may learn along the way include:

Critical thinking
Attention to detail
Communication skills
Team colllaboration

Interested in another area of IT? Explore our other courses below:

Work in a simulated workplace

In order to feel "work-ready" in the ICT industry, Upskilled ensures that you're working on real world scenarios.

By offering a simulated workplace, you'll get the chance to work on tasks that are commonly done in an ICT work environment. You'll have access to the simulated workplace via our customised learning platform, MyUpskilled. The aim of working in the simulated workplace is to set a context to the assessment tasks you would be required to complete.

Inclusions

By choosing Upskilled, you'll gain access to supplementary resources that can help with your studies. These inclusions aim to enhance your online learning experience, making it interactive and engaging. These include:

Access to Upskilled's customised learning platform, MyUpskilled
Student Support Team
Specialist trainers
Online tutorials

Video content access to:

Pluralsight
LinkedIn Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning / Credit Transfer

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer (CT) provided that you have supporting evidence of any prior education and work experience. This can either reduce your study load or shorten the duration of your course. Prior to enrolment, please speak with your Education Consultant for further details.

Following enrolment, you can request further information from Student Support. A trainer will then be assigned to assess your eligibility for RPL and/or CT.

Assessment

This course will have you undertake summative and formative assessments, write reports and/or create a portfolio, and participate in role-playing scenarios. You'll also be working on a variety of projects that require your own research as well as answering various written/oral questions that apply the theory you learn into practice.

Hear from our students about their experience studying with Upskilled:

Course Detail

This qualification is ideal if you have limited experience in cyber security and want to develop skills at a basic level. You'll also have the opportunity to explore general ICT units that can equip you with the technical and soft skills needed to become a successful entry-level IT worker.

While this course is broad and general, it has some units that are applicable to cyber security, which can ensure that you're able to perform tasks related to the area. This also gives you the opportunity to prepare for further study should you wish to become a cyber security specialist or similar.

Please note: Students who successfully complete the ICT30120 Certificate III Information Technology - Basic Cyber Security Awareness will receive a certificate for ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology, with the focused units of competency outlined in the student’s transcript.

About Self-Paced Learning

Upskilled wants to ensure that you get the best online learning experience, which is why we offer flexible and self-paced courses to suit your needs.

While online learning provides you with the flexibility of managing both your personal and work schedule, it's important to have a consistent approach so you don't fall behind.

We want to help you succeed, which is why all the courses delivered through Upskilled come with a training plan to help you stay on track.

On average, Upskilled students take approximately 13 months to finish a course.

Simply put, the more hours you dedicate to your course, the closer you'll be to the finish line.

Course Duration

This course is designed to be completed within 12-18 months.

There is no minimum timeframe to complete this course. Students who are highly motivated, well-organised, experienced and committed to making time to study can complete the qualification at an accelerated pace.

Please speak with one of our Education Consultants about your study and course completion goals.

Course Structure

To satisfy the requirements of this qualification, you'll need to complete the following units of competency.

ICTPRG302

Apply introductory programming techniques

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create simple applications through introductory programming techniques. It applies to those who have responsibility for creating applications and includes applying language syntax, control structures to create code, using programming standards, testing and debugging.
BSBXCS303

Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to securely manage personally identifiable information (PII) and workplace information. It applies to those working in a broad range of industries and job roles under some supervision and guidance who manage large amounts of PII and workplace information.
ICTSAS305

Provide ICT advice to clients

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide information and communications technology (ICT) advice and support to clients, including the communication of comprehensive technical information. It applies to frontline technical support individuals who work under a level of supervision but have responsibility for providing technical support.
ICTICT313

Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with the protection and lawful use of intellectual property (IP) and observing relevant organisational ethics and privacy policies. It applies to individuals who are required to use intellectual property held by other people or organisations, to assist with the maintenance of organisational ethics and privacy policies and procedures.
BSBCRT301

Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills

This unit describes skills and knowledge required to develop the habit of thinking in a more creative way through looking at things differently, musing, testing, experimenting and challenging existing thought patterns. It applies to individuals who need to develop and extend their critical and creative thinking skills to different issues and situations and have a range of problem solving, evaluation and analysis skills.
BSBXTW301

Work in a team

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work effectively as part of permanent or project based teams in a workplace within an industry. This unit applies to a wide range of workers, but has a specific focus on the teamwork skills required for workers with limited responsibility for others.
ICTICT443

Work collaboratively in the ICT industry

This unit describes the skills required to work collaboratively in virtual Information and Communications (ICT) team environments to achieve organisational objectives. It includes contributing to performance and capability within teams, participating in team activities, exchanging knowledge and skills and providing support to team members. It applies to all individuals who work in teams that utilise multiple technologies to complete a collective task.
ICTCLD301

Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake a basic review and analysis of cloud computing delivery and deployment models to support the needs of a business. The unit applies to individuals engaged in the basic review of a cloud computing solutions for a business or enterprise.
BSBXCS302

Identify and report online security threats

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and report online security threats to limit potential impact of cyber security breaches. It applies to those working in a broad range of industries and job roles under some supervision and guidance who encounter and report online threats during the course of their work.
BSBXCS401

Maintain security of digital devices

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required ensure the cyber security of digital devices. It applies to those working in a broad range of industries who as part of their job role ensure the security of digital devices used.
BSBXCS402

Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to promote cyber security in a work area. It applies to those working in a broad range of industries who as part of their job role support policies, procedures and practice within an organisation that promote cyber security.
BSBXCS404

Contribute to cyber security risk management

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to cyber security risk management, which includes assisting in developing and managing associated risk management strategies. It applies to those working in a broad range of industries and job roles who work alongside technical experts to develop cyber security risk-management strategies.

Completion Certificate

Entry requirements

Start date

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. To make sure you get the most out of training with us, the following enrolment process applies:

Once you have inquired, one of our friendly Education Consultants will contact you to ensure you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification.
A short language, literacy and numeracy assessment will need to be completed upon enrolment.

To successfully complete this course, we recommend the following:

Have the ability to read and write in English and display numeracy skills up to a minimum level of Year 10.
Have access to a modern computer with high-speed internet.
Have access to a device with audio/video recording and playback capabilities.
Have basic computing skills, including the ability to make and upload short videos.

Payment Options

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Government funding

At both a state and federal level, government commitment to upskilling the Australian workforce has resulted in a comprehensive framework of funding schemes and incentive opportunities. As a result, many Upskilled participants are provided incentives by the Government to undertake training and/or find that their courses are heavily subsidised.

Government funding options for:
Certificate III in Information Technology - Focus on Basic Cyber Security Awareness

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An Upskilled education consultant will contact you within 48 hours

Career outcomes

Students who successfully complete this qualification may be able to pursue the following career outcomes.

Education pathways

If you successfully complete the ICT30120 - Certificate III in Information Technology - Focus on Basic Cyber Security Awareness, you may be able to continue your education and study the ICT50120 - Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security).

Educators

Our IT trainers are highly dedicated and have the technical skills and knowledge needed to get you up-to-date with the latest trends in the industry. With a range of qualifications offered in web development, cyber security and networking, our specialist trainers will provide you with the guidance needed to find career success in IT.

The IT faculty will give you the opportunity to build rapport with your trainers during your studies. The facilitation of 'Ask Me Anything' sessions over Zoom may be done throughout your course where you can receive further support and guidance by your trainers. It also gives you the opportunity to virtually collaborate with other students when undertaking your assessments.

FAQs

What is Cyber Security Awareness?

Cyber Security Awareness is having the ability to recognise cyber threats and knowing what to do when you experience them. This has become an important specialisation in the tech field as more people are working remotely, which means they are at risk of experiencing cyber threats such as phishing or leakage of confidential and private information.

Cyber security has become a field where there's a growing need for skilled workers. So, if you're interested in learning the basics of cyber security, we recommend doing the ICT30120 - Certificate III in Information Technology - Focus on Basic Cyber Security if you're looking for a course that has a balance of both core units and electives.

This course aims to give you a solid background across general ICT concepts, as well as key aspects in cyber security that can help you develop foundational skills for entry-level roles.

What are the benefits of enrolling in a course on basic cyber security awareness?

There are many benefits that come with enrolling in the ICT30120 - Certificate III in Information Technology - Focus on Basic Cyber Security Awareness. You'll get a mix of subjects that explore electives in cyber security, as well as core units which have a large focus on ICT concepts. You'll learn some key skills that can be beneficial when starting your cyber security career. These include:

The promotion of workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
Identifying and reporting online security threats
Installing and optimising system operational software

You could also gain some valuable transferable skills including critical thinking, communication and team collaboration.

How to enrol in a ICT30120 - Certificate III in Information Technology - Focus on Basic Cyber Security Awareness?

To enrol in the ICT30120 - Certificate III in Information Technology - Focus on Basic Cyber Security Awareness, you'll need to first fill in an enquiry form via our website. You'll need to provide the following details:

Your Name
Phone Number
Email Address

In addition to the information above, you'll need to answer, What best describes you? Choose the statement that best describes your situation:

I'm starting my career
I'm looking to change careers
I'm returning to work
I'm looking for a promotion
I want to expand my skill set

Once you submit your enquiry form, one of our education consultants will be in touch within 48 hours to discuss and share more information about the ICT30120 - Certificate III in Information Technology - Focus on Basic Cyber Security Awareness.

During the consultation, you'll be able to ask questions regarding learning content, payment options and what potential outcomes you may be able to pursue if you finish the course.

Certificate III in Information Technology - Focus on Basic Cyber Security Awareness