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Certificate II in Animal Care

The ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care, offered by the Pet Stylist Academy, is designed for individuals passionate about pursuing a career in the animal care industry. This nationally recognised qualification provides a solid foundation for those looking to work in various settings, including pet shops, animal shelters,...

Assistant Dog GroomerPet Shop AssistantVeterinary Assistant

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Certificate IV in Fitness – Personal Trainer

The SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness – Personal Trainer offered by FIT College is designed for individuals aspiring to become qualified personal trainers. This comprehensive course equips students with essential skills in movement assessment, exercise prescription, nutrition, and behaviour change, enabling them to support clients in achieving their...

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Diploma of Facilities Management

The 10938NAT Diploma of Facilities Management, offered exclusively by UNE Partnerships in collaboration with the Facility Management Association of Australia, is designed to equip aspiring professionals with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the dynamic field of facilities management. This comprehensive course covers key areas...

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Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

The UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician offered by South Sydney College is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the essential technical and theoretical knowledge required for a successful career in the electrical industry. Over a duration of 104 weeks, learners will engage in a blended...

Senior Business Analyst Pathway

The Senior Business Analyst Pathway offered by Learning People is designed to equip aspiring business analysts with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in the field. This comprehensive course covers a range of critical areas, including Agile Project Management, Change Management, and Certified Business Analysis Professional...

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52885WA

Advanced Diploma of Biomedical Engineering

The 52885WA Advanced Diploma of Biomedical Engineering, offered by the Engineering Institute of Technology, is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of biomedical engineering. Over the course of 18 months, participants will engage in a curriculum that covers...

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Certificate II in Animal Care
Pet Stylist Academy
ACM20121Online, WorkplaceOnlineAssistant Dog Groomer, Pet Shop Assistant, Veterinary AssistantVariesup to 12 Months
The ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care, offered by the Pet Stylist Academy, is designed for individuals passionate about pursuing a career in the animal care industry. This nationally recognised qualification provides a solid foundation for those looking to work in various settings, including pet shops, animal shelters,...
Learn more about Certificate II in Animal Care
Certificate IV in Fitness – Personal Trainer
FIT College
SIS40221On Campus, OnlineAdelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Geelong, Gold Coast, Hobart, Melbourne, Newcastle, Online, Perth, Sunshine Coast, Sydney, ToowoombaPersonal TrainerVaries7 weeks - 12 months
The SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness – Personal Trainer offered by FIT College is designed for individuals aspiring to become qualified personal trainers. This comprehensive course equips students with essential skills in movement assessment, exercise prescription, nutrition, and behaviour change, enabling them to support clients in achieving their...
Learn more about Certificate IV in Fitness – Personal Trainer
Diploma of Facilities Management
UNE Partnerships
10938NATOnlineOnlineFacilities Manager, Project ManagerVaries2 Years
The 10938NAT Diploma of Facilities Management, offered exclusively by UNE Partnerships in collaboration with the Facility Management Association of Australia, is designed to equip aspiring professionals with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the dynamic field of facilities management. This comprehensive course covers key areas...
Learn more about Diploma of Facilities Management
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
South Sydney College
UEE30820BlendedNSWElectricianVaries104 weeks (8 Terms)
The UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician offered by South Sydney College is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the essential technical and theoretical knowledge required for a successful career in the electrical industry. Over a duration of 104 weeks, learners will engage in a blended...
Learn more about Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
Senior Business Analyst Pathway
Learning People
OnlineOnlineBusiness Analyst, Business Process Analyst, Data AnalystVariesApprox. 80 hours
The Senior Business Analyst Pathway offered by Learning People is designed to equip aspiring business analysts with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in the field. This comprehensive course covers a range of critical areas, including Agile Project Management, Change Management, and Certified Business Analysis Professional...
Learn more about Senior Business Analyst Pathway
Advanced Diploma of Biomedical Engineering
Engineering Institute of Technology
52885WAOnlineOnlineEngineering Associate, Engineering Technician, Medical salesVaries18 months
The 52885WA Advanced Diploma of Biomedical Engineering, offered by the Engineering Institute of Technology, is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of biomedical engineering. Over the course of 18 months, participants will engage in a curriculum that covers...
Learn more about Advanced Diploma of Biomedical Engineering

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