Course information
CombinationA mix of on campus, virtual, online and workplace training.
Information TechnologyCourse specialisation
Full Time16+ hours per week.
6 monthsTime required to complete this course.
2 Feb 2026First day of attendance online or on campus.
19 Jun 2026Final day of attendance online or on campus.
Class details
18 hoursDedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
16 hoursThe minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.
Enrolment open
Places are available, you can enrol now.
Course fees
$0 to $8,950This is course may be available at a reduced cost. See fee types for eligibility criteria.
Reduced fee options
Fee-free available
This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. Eligibility criteria apply.
Additional informationOther things to know
Assessments
Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.
Knowledge assessments: short answer, extended response, research tasks, multiple-choice questions, assignments, closed-book exams
Skills assessments: projects, case studies
Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation
Simulated workplace projects: scenario-based problem solving
Portfolio of work
Work placement
Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.
Work placement opportunities, if any, will be confirmed with your teacher.
Materials needed
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
Additional entry requirements
To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
There are no additional requirements for this qualification.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Information Technology qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 12 Units of competency, including 6 core and 6 speciality units.
Core units - 6
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.
Apply introductory programming techniquesICTPRG302
Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace informationBSBXCS303
Work in a teamBSBXTW301
Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skillsBSBCRT301
Course deliveryCombination study
Learn through a combination of on-campus classroom, virtual classroom, online, and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled face-to-face or virtual classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.
Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Port Macquarie
Situated at the mouth of the Hastings River, TAFE NSW Port Macquarie offers students all the advantages of big city training and education, with all the benefits of a relaxed, laid back lifestyle.
With great hospitality, tourism, massage therapy, graphic design, fashion design and electrical and electronics courses on offer, TAFE NSW Port Macquarie is an ideal place to study for a qualification.
Campus address
70 Widderson Street Port Macquarie 2444
Parking on campus grounds is available.
Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info
Facilities
TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.
Hair and beauty training academy
Fashion design studios
Commercial training kitchens
Solar COLA, an outdoor education and energy training centre
Student support
We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.
- Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
- SatClosed
- SunClosed
- Student Services Phone: 131 601
- Counselling and careers Phone: 131 601 Email: CounsellingandCareerDevelopmentSupport@tafensw.edu.au
- Disability services Phone: 131 601 Email: DisabilityandAccessStudentSupport@tafensw.edu.au