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Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation

National Course Code: 10767NAT

Overview

The nationally accredited Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation will prepare you for Diploma level and university study or entry into the Australian Defence Force. Recognised by educators and employers as an alternative pathway to Year 12, you will develop the technical, social and academic skills needed to perform at the next level of study.

LEARN NEW SKILLS

Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:

Write academic and non-academic texts
Plan, research, draft and edit assignments
Manage your time in an academic environment
Apply learning strategies
Critically analyse and evaluate information

DEVELOP YOUR TALENT

Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:

The ability to source relevant information
Communicate effectively with teachers and peers
Empathy, patience, and the capacity to empower others
Digital knowledge
Good organisational skills and the ability to multitask
The ability to work independently and with other people

ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS

Completing this course provides you with:

A nationally recognised qualification at a Certificate IV level
A Tertiary Entrance Score (TES)
A year 12 equivalent qualification
Strong pathways to continued studies to enhance your career opportunities

Career opportunities:

Completing this course allows you to continue into:

A degree of your choice
A diploma of your choice
The Australian Defence Force
A career that requires a Year 12 equivalent

GROW YOUR CAREER

Take your study to the next level with:

A TAFE NSW Diploma or Bachelor Degree
Entry to the Australian Defence Force

Locations

This course is currently available at 58 campus locations across NSW. Enquire now for other locations.

Course details

Character Traits

People who are successful in this course have:

The drive to achieve their educational goals
The desire to develop their writing, research and adult learning skills
The ability to work independently
Good problem solving abilities

Assessments

Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learned and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development. In this course you will undertake:

Written assessments which include essays, reports, tests and exams
Practical assessments which include portfolios, oral presentations

All assessments are completed through a combination of in-class and outside class study, research and preparation.

Compare course levels

The Certificate III in Pathways to Further Study is an entry level qualification. It covers foundation study skills and is a direct pathway into the Certificate IV of Tertiary Preparation.

This course, the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation, is where youll gain all your underpinning experience to further your education through a Diploma or a University course or the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

Excursions

Depending on your campus location and local partnerships with TAFE NSW, you may have the opportunity to participate in excursions that take you behind the scenes. These may include:

Science field trips which will include experiments to complete and observe
Cultural trips for humanities

Hands-on skills

You will gain hands-on experience in:

Researching
High level writing skills
Critical thinking about a variety of situations
Competent analysis of text
Collaborating with peers and professionals
Learning strategies
Goal setting and time management
Technology use

Real world projects

TAFE NSW is known for delivering theory in conjunction with practical, hands-on learning. You will work on real world projects, such as:

Campus facilities

TAFE NSW offers you a range of online and on campus study environments - industry specific computer rooms, simulated workplaces, study areas, presentation areas and general student facilities - to enhance your learning and employability.

You will have access to computers, the internet, digital devices, library resources, the Library Guide for Tertiary Preparation and technology relevant to your subject areas.

Industry trends

There is demand for workers who offer advanced foundation skills in reading, writing, social etiquette and technology. The Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation provides you with the skills to meet these demands and obtain employment in your chosen field.

Course of the future

The Australian training and employment climate is changing rapidly and organisations are highlighting a need for people to engage in consistent learning to maintain relevant skills and credentials.

This course supports students to develop high level academic, social and technological skills that have been identified as essential for emerging careers of the future.

There are increasing numbers of students accessing tertiary studies outside of traditional pathways. Our course will provide you with a supported pathway to your career goals.