Certificate III in Business
- National Course Code: BSB30120
- TAFE NSW code: BSB30120-01V01-22MAI-012
Location – Singleton Connected Learning Centre
Attendance
Part Time
Course Start Date
31 Jan 2022
Study Commitment
8 Hours per week
Duration
9 months
- Nationally Recognised Training
- Traineeship Allowed
- This training is fully government-subsidised under JobTrainer
Course Details
The nationally recognised Certificate III in Business is a highly regarded qualification and a great starting point for your exciting business services journey. Get a taste of different business areas and be ready to join the workforce as an administrative assistant and more.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:
- Use popular business software including Microsoft Office suite and Microsoft Teams
- Respond to work health and safety issues
- Organise your time and work priorities
- Make suggestions regarding sustainable work practices
- Think critically, problem solve and communicate in the workplace
DEVELOP YOUR TALENT
Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:
- Excellent communication skills
- The ability to engage with a wide range of people
- Attention to detail
- Strong time management and task prioritisation
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Completing this course provides you with:
- A nationally recognised qualification at Certificate III level
- A strong pathway to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
Career opportunities:
- Administrative assistant
- Customer service representative
- Receptionist
- General clerk
GROW YOUR CAREER
- Certificate IV in Business
- Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business
- Certificate IV in Human Resource Management
- Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
- Certificate IV in Marketing and Communications
- Diploma of Business
- Bachelor of Business with TAFE NSW Degrees
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol now.
Traineeship
TAFE NSW also offers the Certificate III in Business as a traineeship. To be eligible to enrol as a trainee you must:
- Be employed in the business services industry as this course is delivered in the workplace
- Have a signed traineeship contract
Thinking about a traineeship? Enquire today.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
- Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 10 high school level
- A computer with internet access
- Pre-existing technology skills to access and navigate the internet and be able to create, open and save electronic files
- Confidence to work independently
TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test.
This skills test helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
Discover the skills you need, for the job you want at a TAFE NSW Information Session.
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a part time, combination course. You must attend approximately 8 hours of class. You may also be required to complete approximately 5 hours of additional study. This additional study could include private study, work placements and research.
The course will run 3 days a week for 36 weeks.
Studying at a TAFE NSW Connected Learning Centre means that you dont have to leave your local community to get a first rate education and access elite training, teachers and support services.
Connected Learning Centres are custom designed to utilise modern technologies, simulations and virtual reality experiences to offer you a wider range of choices, more accessible, practical training and flexible learning opportunities. Students can access work booths, group learning rooms, a computer hub, print shop, tech-bar, media lounge, learning support centre and a creative space to work on ideas for the future.
Our Connected Learning Centres will equip you with the skills you need for the jobs you want - in regional NSW, or anywhere in the world. If you would like to explore your local [Connected Learning Centre](https://www.tafensw.edu.au/clc
We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services
As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:
- LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
- Smarthinking - after hours online study support service
- Easy computing online short courses
- Access to local TAFE libraries
- Accessibility and Disability Support Services
- Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home
The way you learn may change during your enrolment to ensure the best learning experience or to keep you safe as COVID-19 restrictions change, and some of our face to face classes may change to online or virtual classroom learning. Also, to ensure that we keep you safe while studying, we may modify our face to face classes to meet physical distancing requirements and increased cleaning on campus. If work placement and the demonstration of practical skills are requirements of your course, there may be a modification or delay in the planned timeframe due to COVID-19 impacts. Be assured, we'll keep you informed every step of the way.
This course is currently scheduled on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday with evening classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
This is a fully government-subsidised JobTrainer course. Eligibility criteria applies.
SMART AND SKILLED FEES
This course is government-subsidised, meaning you pay a portion of the full course fee to TAFE NSW and the NSW Government will pay the balance. However, you must meet certain eligibility criteria for this to apply.
Depending on your previous qualifications and experience, your fee may be less than the maximum fee quoted. Your actual fee and eligibility for concession/exemption will be calculated and confirmed during the enrolment process. Payment plans are available through TAFE NSW for Smart and Skilled eligible qualifications.
For further information about eligibility and explanations of the different fee categories, visit Are You Eligible?
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
You will need to provide for yourself the following resources which you will keep when you complete your study:
Access to texts are provided electronically. Students will need to bring to class a notebook, pen and USB storage device.
Students will require access to a computer and suitable internet to complete set learning tasks and join virtual (MS TEAMS) classes as required, this is a combined delivery with some classes delivered using MS TEAMS.
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
Learn about TAFE NSW Fees
Learn about TAFE NSW Payment/Funding
RECOGNITION
Recognition is a process of acknowledging previously completed qualifications, skills, knowledge or experience relevant to your course. This may reduce the amount of learning required, reduce your course fees and allow you to achieve your qualification faster.
Learn about Recognition at TAFE NSW Recognition
Enrolling with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. Enrol and pay online via our secure payment gateway to secure your place. As you progress through the enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.
For further information or assistance, call 131 601.
If you are interested in studying as a Trainee please call 131 601 for full details. (only if available as a trainee)
Core Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| BSBCRT311 | Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment |
| BSBPEF201 | Support personal wellbeing in the workplace |
| BSBSUS211 | Participate in sustainable work practices |
| BSBTWK301 | Use inclusive work practices |
| BSBWHS311 | Assist with maintaining workplace safety |
| BSBXCM301 | Engage in workplace communication |
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| BSBPEF301 | Organise personal work priorities |
| BSBTEC301 | Design and produce business documents |
| BSBTEC302 | Design and produce spreadsheets |
| BSBWRT311 | Write simple documents |
| BSBOPS301 | Maintain business resources |
| BSBOPS303 | Organise schedules |
| BSBOPS304 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers |
Clerical Officer
Customer Service Officer
Data Entry Operator
Information Officer
Payroll Officer
Word Processing Operator
Whether you're a school leaver, an aspiring apprentice, looking to kickstart a career, or you're upskilling, reskilling, or re-training, there's a TAFE NSW course to give you the skills you need for the job you want.
Course Location
Singleton Connected Learning Centre
Phone 131 601
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