Online training - access your course anytime, anywhere! Call us on 1300 009 924
Enquire now
Enquire
ICT40120

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development)

This course covers contemporary website design, development, and administration, offering hands-on experience and industry-relevant knowledge for a career in web development.

Cert IV IT Promo July
*Terms & Conditions Apply


Free course guide
Includes full course details
*By providing your information, you agree to our Privacy Policy and to receiving email and other forms of communication from Upskilled. You are able to opt-out at any time.
Study mode online
Enrol anytime
Nationally recognised
12-18 months
20 units
Flexible payments available
AFQ NRT logos

Course Summary

Duration
12-18 months
Units
20 units of competency

Our ICT40120 - Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development) (Release 4) teaches modern methods of designing, developing, and administrating websites. You'll learn both the technicalities of building websites from scratch and broader business skills, providing a gateway to a career in web development.

What You'll Learn

This qualification covers web development skills and processes from planning to testing, and trains you in collaboration, ethics, and client relationship management in an IT environment. From the online course, you'll learn to:

  • Develop websites based on client or technical requirements
  • Ensure accessibility of websites for people with special needs
  • Perform SEO (Search Engine Optimisation)
  • Develop basic website designs
  • Ensure basic web security

 

Technologies Covered

  • Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio

  • AWS

  • Google Cloud

  • Python

  • HTML

  • FTP

  • CSS

  • ā€‹JavaScript


What's Included?

Upskilled'es ICT40120 - Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development) provides you access to resources that enhance your online learning experience, making it interactive and engaging:

  • Specialist Trainers: Learn from experts with decades of industry experience.

  • Student Support: Get help from our dedicated Australian-based support team.

  • MyUpskilled Platform: Access course materials through our customised learning platform.

  • LinkedIn Learning: Enjoy video tutorials from industry leaders.

  • Industry-Relevant Learning: Access top vendor content from Microsoft and VMware Academy to help prepare for certifications.

  • Technology Job Portal: Connect directly with employers seeking your new skills.

 

Introducing the Upskilled Tech Job Portal

Step into a world of opportunities with Upskilled's exclusive Technology Job Portal — your gateway to the future. As part of our commitment to your success, all Upskilled students gain free access to an innovative platform to connect directly with leading employers looking for the talent and expertise you're developing right now. This isn't just education; it's your launching pad into the career of your dreams. Enrol in any Upskilled Technology Course today, and take the first step towards a brighter, more connected future.

Get in touch to know more!


 

Tools covered

Course Detail

Self-Paced Learning and Course Duration

Upskilled's flexible, self-paced online courses let you balance personal and work schedules. With a training plan to keep you on track, most students complete the course in 12-18 months, but motivated learners can finish faster. Speak with an Education Consultant to discuss your study and completion goals.

Assessment

The ICT40120 - Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development) online course includes research-based assessments where you'll answer questions based on covered concepts. You'll also work on scenario-based projects and build a portfolio of digital assets (photography, audio, video, text) to showcase your skills when applying for jobs.

Work in a Simulated Workplace

Gain practical experience by working on real-world tasks in a simulated ICT workplace. Access this environment through our MyUpskilled platform and develop job-ready skills while completing online assessment tasks.

Recognition of Prior Learning / Credit Transfer

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer (CT) with supporting evidence of prior education or work experience. This can reduce your study load or course duration. Speak with your Education Consultant before enrolment for details, or download the application from MyUpskilled after enrolment. A trainer will assess your eligibility.

Course Structure

To satisfy the requirements of this qualification, you'll need to complete the following units of competency.
  • ICTICT426
    Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify emerging technologies and practices in the ICT sector and evaluate their potential impact on organisational practices. It applies to individuals who work across a wide range of information technology (IT) areas, including technical support, network administration, web technologies, software applications and digital media technologies.

  • 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.

  • ICTICT451
    Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to comply with the protection and lawful use of intellectual property (IP) and to implement relevant organisational ethics and privacy policies. It applies to individuals who are required to use IP owned by other persons and organisations, and to support organisations and stakeholders with the compliance of organisational ethics, and privacy policies.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • ICTSAS432
    Identify and resolve client ICT problems

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify, record, prioritise and resolve client Information and Communications Technology (ICT) support activities and escalate as required. It applies to experienced individuals who use specialised and technical knowledge to take responsibility in providing client-based ICT support to end users in an office or working environment.

  • BSBCRT404
    Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use advanced-level critical thinking skills in a professional context. This includes using methods of analysis, synthesis and evaluation. This unit applies to individuals who evaluate processes, products and services that may be proposed or already existing. This unit applies to individuals who are typically responsible for developing work processes, products and services that may be proposed or already existing.

  • 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.

  • ICTWEB431
    Create and style simple markup language documents

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and create basic markup language documents and cascading style sheets (CSS) in order to define the structure and style of a website. It applies to individuals in ICT roles who are required to create web pages with consistency in appearance and user experience.

  • ICTWEB434
    Transfer content to websites

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to transfer content, from a remote location to a web server, using a range of commercial information and communications technology (ICT) products. The objective of this skill is the upload of new and revised information on a website. The unit applies to individuals who work as web developers and designers and required to update websites.

  • ICTWEB432
    Design website layouts

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design a website to client specifications, within a particular technical and human interface environment. The unit applies to those who are responsible for the analysis, documentation and design of the human computer interface, including requirements that drive design for either internal or external clients.

  • ICTWEB433
    Confirm accessibility of websites

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to confirm accessibility of websites for users with auditory, visual, mobility and cognitive impairments. The unit applies to web developers and designers who are required to adhere to international and Australian industry standards and practices to ensure that users with accessibility requirements are not disadvantaged when using websites.

  • ICTWEB450
    Evaluate and select a web hosting service

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine a client's current and future internet service providers (ISPs) needs. The unit applies to individuals working in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) who take responsibility for comparing and evaluating internet service provider (ISP) services.

  • ICTWEB452
    Create a markup language document

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use a text editor to design, create and save web pages to a given specification. The unit applies to individuals working as web designers and developers, who generate a framework for internet information using a markup language according to client briefs.

  • ICTWEB443
    Implement search engine optimisations

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement industry standard internet-marketing practices using search engine optimisation (SEO) techniques, including introducing web pages to search engines and monitoring search engine performance. The unit applies to individuals who make recommendations and monitor keyword enhancements, search engine marketing (SEM) and social network marketing (SNM).

  • ICTPRG435
    Write scripts for software applications

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, design and build scripts, using a scripting language to construct highly interactive and automated software applications. It applies to those who build and integrate interactive applications or websites for internal or public sites. They may work as application developers, application-support personnel, programmers specialising in a scripting language, web application programmers, or web developers.

  • ICTDBS416
    Create basic relational databases

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design, develop and test relational databases to meet specifications. It applies to individuals who are database support staff, application programmers and web designers who are required to create a simple database to store information for an online, desktop, web or mobile device application, using a simple entity relational database on a web or database server environment.

  • ICTWEB451
    Apply structured query language in relational databases

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce structured query language (SQL) statements to work with server-side scripts, enabling web developers to interact with web server databases. The unit applies to individuals in a range of roles who are responsible for creating server-side interaction with dynamic web pages, using SQL as a means of communicating with databases.

  • ICTICT435
    Create technical documentation

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create technical documentation that is clear and understandable for the target audience and both easy to navigate and apply. It applies to individuals working as technical writers, designers, developers and support staff, who are required to produce technical support documents of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) related work.

  • ICTCLD401
    Configure cloud services

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to configure core cloud services including compute, storage, databases and autoscaling according to business needs and workload. The unit applies to cloud computing architects, developers and cloud engineers utilising cloud services and those engaged in deploying cloud computing solutions for a business.

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

Pay Upfront & Save

Save up to 30% when you pay upfront

Discounted Upfront Price: $3,600
 

Spread the cost - Payment Plans

No Set-up Fee - Start for just $80 per week* (paid fortnightly or monthly)
Speak to our Education Consultants to know more about our Flexible Payment Plans.
Call 1300 009 924 to find out more. *Terms & Conditions Apply.

 

RRP $5,100

 

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 IV in Information Technology (Web Development)

Major schemes include:

Check your eligibility

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.
Career outcomes
Education pathways
If you successfully complete the ICT40120 - Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development), you may be able to continue your education and study the ICT50120 - Diploma of Information Technology.

Interested in another specialisation? Check out our other Information Technology courses below:


Find out why IT is one of the hottest occupations to be in:


Educators

Dedicated IT Trainers

Our IT trainers are dedicated professionals with the skills and knowledge to keep you updated on the latest industry trends. They offer qualifications in web development, cybersecurity, and networking, providing the guidance you need to succeed in IT.

The IT faculty fosters a supportive learning environment with 'Ask Me Anything' Zoom sessions, where you can receive guidance and collaborate with fellow students.

FAQs

Why should I learn web development?

Learning web development gives you the opportunity to flex your creativity to help build websites for clients. If you have a genuine interest in working with people to build their websites to help meet their business or organisational objectives, then learning web development may benefit you in the long-term. 

The ICT40120 - Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development) is a qualification that can provide you with the training in preparing you for a career in either web design or web development.

If you're thinking about starting a career in this field, here are some reasons why you should consider it as an option:
 
  • There are plenty of career opportunities in web development.
  • Working as a web developer means that no day is ever the same and that problem-solving will be part of your role.
  • There is a high-demand for web developers, with salary increases the more experienced you are.
You can work for a variety of workplaces including startups, agencies or large corporations. If you want to work for yourself, there are plenty of freelance opportunities.

 

How does a ICT40120 - Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development) help me in my career?

The ICT40120 - Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development) is an online course that can give you the training needed to pursue a career in web development. In addition to units with a focus on web development, you'll be able to gain broader business skills that can help you build client relationships and develop websites that meet specific requirements and align with business objectives.

Studying this course with Upskilled can help you establish a good foundation on web development concepts, as you'll receive training on building websites for clients. You'll also learn some valuable transferable skills such as effective communication, problem-solving and creative thinking.

 

What factors should I consider before enrolling in a ICT40120 - Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development)?

While there are no specific entry requirements for this course, we recommend you at least have ONE of the following to help you ease into the program:
 
  • Completed Year 10 or equivalent; or
  • A qualification at Certificate III level or higher; or
  • 3 years of relevant industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication
You'll also need to be at least 18 years old for admission into this course.

Since this course is delivered online, you'll need to be self-motivated and have a decent laptop/computer to work on to be able to make progress on your course. 

The average completion rate for the ICT40120 - Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development) course is 12-18 months so having motivation in doing your studies on a consistent basis can help you accelerate further.

 

Enquire today

Sounds just like the course you're after? Speak with a career consultant to discover what it's like to study the ICT40120 - Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development). Send us an enquiry and we'll get in touch.

*By providing your information, you agree to our Privacy Policy and to receiving email and other forms of communication from Upskilled. You are able to opt-out at any time.

Download course guide

Want to know all about this course? Get our course brochure to discover what it's like to study ICT40120 - Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development). Submit your details and simply click 'Download'.

Download course guide

Want to know all about this course? Get our course brochure to discover what it's like to study . Submit your details and simply click 'Download'.

Invalid widget name.

Enquire now

Start your next course with Upskilled. Enter your details in the form below.

*By providing your information, you agree to our Privacy Policy and to receiving email and other forms of communication from Upskilled. You are able to opt-out at any time.

Enquire now

Start your next course with Upskilled. Enter your details in the form below.

*By providing your information, you agree to our Privacy Policy and to receiving email and other forms of communication from Upskilled. You are able to opt-out at any time.

Government FundingĀ & Incentive Enquiry

To find out what types of Government funding incentives might be available to you, please complete the form below.

Your Information

 

Funding information

 
*By providing your information, you agree to our Privacy Policy and to receiving email and other forms of communication from Upskilled. You are able to opt-out at any time.
 
Processing