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Course: Certificate II in Information Technology ICA20105

This nationally recognised qualification from the ICA05 Information and Communications Technology Training Package provides foundation computing and employment skills. After learning how to operate a personal computer, you will be trained to use various computer packages and work effectively in an IT environment. You will also learn about workplace communication, safe work practices and more.

With more than half of Australian businesses surveyed intending to hire IT staff (source: Michael Page Salary & Employment Forecast 2010), Open Colleges' (formerly Cengage Education) Certificate II in Information Technology could be your pathway to an entry-level role within an organisation.

Potential jobs:

Office assistant
Junior-level records management

Course Number	B0015
Course Fees From	$43.96 per week View our payment options

Delivery mode:	Print or online
Course duration:	Max 12 months
Assessments:	19 blended assessments that also require written answers
Qualification:	Certificate II
Nationally Recognised	Yes
Government Funding	Yes

Career One jobs for:
Helpdesk & Support	165
General/Other: IT	401
General/Other: Administration & Secretarial	295

ID	Subject expand all

ICAU1128B	Operate a personal computer (Prerequisite for the following - ICAD2012, ICAU2005A, ICAU2013A, ICAU2231A) Start the computer and access basic system information Navigate and manipulate a desktop environment Organise basic directory/folder structure and files Organise files for user and/or organisation requirements Print information Shut down a computer
BSBCMN106A	Follow workplace safety procedures (core) Follow workplace safety procedures Contribute to occupational health and safety in the workplace
ICAD2012A	Design organisational documents using computing packages (core) Design documents to meet organisational needs Access, retrieve, manipulate and save data
ICAU2005A	Operate computer hardware (core) Identify computer hardware components Understand the inter-relationship between computer hardware and software Use computer input equipment
ICAU2006A	Operate computing packages (core) Use appropriate software Access, retrieve and manipulate data Access and use help functions within each application Use keyboard and equipment
ICAU2013A	Integrate commercial computing packages (core) Determine work requirements Produce required data/documents to new format Save and retrieve data with the aid of help functions
ICAU2231A	Use computer operating systems (core) Configure operating system Use operating system Optimise operating system Support input and output devices
ICAW2001A	Work effectively in an IT environment (core) Identify IT in an organisation and related relevant policies and procedures Identify IT equipment, software and operating systems used by the organisation
ICAW2002A	Communicate in the workplace (core) Establish contact with clients Process information
ICAI3021A	Connect internal hardware components Determine new components required Obtain components Install components Provide instruction on use of modified systems Evaluate modified systems
ICAT3025A	Run standard diagnostic tests Operate system diagnostics Scan systems for viruses
BSBCMN311A	Maintain workplace safety Applying occupational health and safety policies and procedures in the work team Supporting occupational health and safety management Assisting in occupational health and safety training
BSBCMN204A	Work effectively with others Developing effective workplace relationships Contributing to workgroup activities
BSBCMN302A	Organise personal work priorities and development Organise and complete your work schedule Monitor your performance Develop and maintain your standards

Entry requirements

Minimum education

Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.

Minimum age

Minimum age of 16 years. If you are under 18 your application must be signed by a parent or guardian.

Computer requirements

Students will need access to a computer and the internet. For students who do not have access to either a computer or the internet please contact a student support officer to discuss alternative methods of communication.

Minimum specifications for the computer are:

Microsoft Office 2003 or equivalent, and
Microsoft Windows 98, or
Mac OS X, and
CD-ROM drive.

Students will also need access to a printer and the following applications:

Adobe Acrobat Reader and
Macromedia Flash player.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language and you did not complete the last two years of secondary education in English, you are required to provide evidence of English language competency before enrolling into the course. Examples of appropriate evidence are listed below:

Evidence	Example
IELTS	Overall score of 5.5
TOEFL	530 (paper), 197 (computer) or 71 (internet)
12 months in English-speaking employment	Testimonial, statutory declaration

Additional requirements

There are no additional requirements for this course.

The 8 core units in this course cover the basic IT skills and knowledge that is required for entry into all Information and Communications Technology qualifications from Certificate III upwards.

Michele Hargrove

Michele has a broad range of experience in training and IT. Her list of qualifications includes a Master of Education, Diploma in Training and Assessment Systems, Certificate IV in PC Support and a Certificate III in IT. Michele is currently working as a tutor in our Certificate II in IT course. She also teaches IT at a private higher education College and at University.

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Available payment options

Pay Just $43.96 per week with a $100.00 deposit

Pay in full $1,768.00 and save $442.00

Fortnightly and monthly payment plans are also available through EduPay. Click Enrol Now and choose a payment plan or call a Course and Careers advisor on 1300 853 033 for more details. (Prices shown are for the online study option only. A surcharge is applicable for the print study option).

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Government Funding

In some instances, students may be eligible for Austudy, Centrelink or other government-funded programs to help with study. Please check with Centrelink regarding eligibility, or contact a course and careers advisor on 1300 853 033.