Kickstart your IT career by learning to design, build, test and publish websites using industry tools. Gain practical experience bringing a website to life and step confidently into entry-level roles in web development.
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
create and style simple HTML and CSS documents
design web layouts that are user-friendly and visually appealing
make websites accessible for users of all abilities
boost website visibility using basic search engine optimisation (SEO)
research and select the right web hosting service
upload websites to a host using File Transfer Protocol (FTP).
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment.
Credit towards the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development).
Skills to create and maintain simple websites and pages.
Web development knowledge for use across roles and industries.
A potential pathway to further study in web development.
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
completed the Certificate III in Information Technology (ICT30120)
basic computer experience
an interest in building websites.
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.
This simple tool guides you to a suitable course level based on your foundation skills and confidence.
Our graduates go onto roles like: website content administrator, front-end developer assistant and website tester.
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Web Development for Introductory Roles Skill Set 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.
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