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    National code: 11040NAT

    Certificate III in Career Advancement

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    OverviewAbout this course

    Develop your confidence in the classroom or workplace and learn skills needed to thrive in further study or progress your career. Move forward with support from TAFE NSW's expert staff and flexible learning environment.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • Use learning skills for further education and training

    • Apply employability skills such as teamwork, problem solving and self management

    • Use your skills and knowledge for workplace participation

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • A nationally accredited Certificate III qualification

    • A pathway to further study

    • The ability to read and write a range of simple and complex texts

    • Confidence to use oral communication skills

    • Be comfortable with using digital technology to complete tasks and support learning

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    • A teacher will contact you to make sure this is the right course for you. They may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) profile so that you can be placed into the right class and so that you can access appropriate support if needed.

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • An interest in developing workplace and study skills

    • A willingness to learn

    TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

    PathwaysFuture career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: Working towards a promotion in a current workplace and Participating in further learning at TAFE NSW

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study1 Course

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    Further study0 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    The Certificate III in Career Advancement does not have any post-graduate courses.

    Related study0 Courses

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    The Certificate III in Career Advancement does not have any related courses.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Career Advancement qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 17 Units of competency, including 0 core and 17 speciality units.

    Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Develop conflict resolution skills as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander PersonNAT11036002

    • Respond to racist behaviour towards Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander PeoplesNAT11036003

    • Examine routine workplace practices from an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander perspectiveNAT11036004

    • Prepare to participate in adult learningNAT11039014

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    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations – get social with our student community

    Info sessionsWant to know more?

    There are a total of 15 information sessions planned for this course. They'll take place at different locations across the state.

    You can select a study option below to see the sessions available. Or you can view all sessions related to Study and Career Pathways

    Study optionsFind a location to enrol