In this introductory course, you will gain the confidence to use digital technology and communication software in performing everyday tasks. Improve your productivity and efficiency in the workplace and enhance your study and career prospects.
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Select relevant technology needed for task requirements, purpose and audience
Input, process and store data
Send and receive digital communications
Identify urgent, confidential, personal, suspicious or dangerous digital communication
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment
Credit toward a full qualification
Foundational workplace skills
The confidence to use digital communication tools
Exposure to simulated workplace documents and scenarios
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Access to a computer with internet connection
The drive to develop basic computer skills
A desire to apply for jobs
An interest in pursuing further study
The motivation to improve your computer navigation skills
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.
Our graduates go onto roles like: applying for entry level positions, pursuing further study, acquiring good digital literacy skills that will help you in your studies or better your job performance, receptionist with the Certificate I in Workplace Skills and administrative assistant or general clerk with the Certificate III in Business.
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Statement of Attainment in Working in a Digital Environment does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
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.
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.
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
Smarthinking - online access to a tutor
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
On campus, online and blended study environments; at TAFE NSW your learning works with your lifestyle. Heart your favourites, compare courses and discover what works for you.