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    Certificate IV in Arts and Cultural Administration (Galleries and Museums)

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    Certificate IV in Arts and Cultural Administration (Galleries and Museums)
    Overview

    About this course

    Turn your passion for culture and the arts into an exciting career. Get experience working in art galleries and museums with real collections and artefacts. Learn to install exhibitions and coordinate events. Gain skills to succeed in the arts world.

    Outcomes

    What you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

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

    • install exhibitions and displays

    • handle cultural artefacts with sensitivity

    • plan and deliver events and programs

    • support marketing, social media and promotion

    • work creatively in teams

    • use workplace information systems.

    Course outcomes

    Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.

    • Practical experience in gallery curation.

    • Knowledge to run successful exhibitions and events.

    • Confidence to work in galleries and museums.

    • Ability to communicate with customers, artists and curators.

    • A nationally accredited qualification at Certificate IV level.

    Suitability

    Is this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.

    • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.

    • This course can be completed as part of a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.

    Entry recommendations

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

    • experience in curation

    • experience in administration at museums or galleries

    • basic computer skills such as knowledge of desktop applications

    • introductory knowledge of 2D and 3D artworks

    • good communication skills

    • reading, writing, and maths skills at a Year 10 high school level.

    • TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test. This test helps us understand how to support your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.

    The following foundation skills:

    • You take charge of your learning and can finish tasks on time by yourself.

    • You can understand documents you see often in everyday life.

    • You can write short sentences and paragraphs that others can understand.

    • You can do everyday maths like working out prices or reading a timetable.

    • You can speak clearly and explain your thoughts in a group.

    • You can use email, search the internet and open files.

    We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.

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    This simple tool guides you to a suitable course level based on your foundation skills and confidence.

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    Pathways

    Future career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: gallery or museum administrator, coordinator or project officer, gallery assistant, attendant or owner, museum education officer, exhibition designer or curator, arts administrator and guide.

    Study pathways

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

    Previous study5 Courses

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

    Further study3 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    Related study4 Courses

    Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.

    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.

    Units

    Units taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Arts and Cultural Administration (Galleries and Museums) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 14 ​​units of competency​ , including 4 core and 10 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.

    • Coordinate workplace information systemsBSBINS402

    • Lead team effectivenessBSBLDR414

    • Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programsBSBWHS411

    • Communicate effectively with arts professionalsCUAIND413

    TAFE NSW services

    Facilities 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

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