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2026 Enrolments Open Now

ICT30120 · Certificate III in Information Technology

Your career in Cyber Security
starts here.

Australia's digital economy is under constant threat — and organisations urgently need people who can defend it. This nationally recognised qualification is your launchpad into one of the most in-demand careers of the decade.

AQF Level 3Nationally Accredited
Online / BlendedStudy Flexibly
12 UnitsCyber-Focused Curriculum
Cyber Security Focus
6 dedicated BSBXCS cyber security units — covering threat detection, risk management, and workplace security practices.
Programming + IT Foundations
Build real technical literacy — introductory programming, ICT support, client advice, and critical thinking.
Career-Ready Outcomes
Graduate directly into IT support, junior security analyst, or security awareness roles — or step up to Cert IV.
12
Units of Competency
Core IT skills plus a concentrated cyber specialisation
6
Cyber Security Units
The deepest BSBXCS cyber focus available at Cert III level
100%
Online Capable
Study anywhere, at your pace, with expert facilitator support
AQF
Level 3 Accredited
Nationally recognised by employers across every industry
Why This Qualification

Built for the Threats
Organisations Face Today

"Cyber security isn't a specialisation anymore — it's the foundation of every IT role."

The ICT30120 has been specifically structured at Obelisk Training to embed cyber security competencies from day one. Where most providers treat security as an afterthought, we've built 6 BSBXCS cyber units alongside core IT foundations and introductory programming — giving you a genuinely differentiated qualification that employers recognise immediately.

Whether you're entering the workforce for the first time, switching careers, or formalising on-the-job experience, this certificate gives you the credibility and capability to step into real roles on day one.

Security-First Mindset
Think like an attacker, defend like a professional
Privacy & Compliance
Navigate PII, ethics and workplace data obligations
Practical Programming
Introductory coding skills to support technical roles
Critical Thinking
Solve complex problems creatively and under pressure
Ready to secure your place?
Enrolments are open — limited places available for 2026.
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Live Threat Environment — Why These Skills Matter
Phishing attempt detected on corporate network
Alert
Unauthorised device access — PII exposure risk
Warning
Security patch applied — vulnerability closed
Resolved
Weak password policy flagged in risk assessment
Review
Ransomware signature found in email attachment
Blocked
Staff cyber awareness training completed
Done
Curriculum

12 Units. One Clear Direction.

A purposefully curated set of competencies that builds foundational IT and programming skills alongside a concentrated cyber security specialisation — unlike any generic Cert III offering.

Core Unit
Elective Unit
BSBCRT301
Develop and Extend Critical and Creative Thinking Skills
Core
BSBXCS303
Securely Manage Personally Identifiable Information and Workplace Information
Core
BSBXTW301
Work in a Team
Core
ICTICT313
Identify IP, Ethics and Privacy Policies in ICT Environments
Core
ICTPRG302
Apply Introductory Programming Techniques
Core
ICTSAS305
Provide ICT Advice to Clients
Core
BSBXCS301
Protect Own Personal Online Profile from Cyber Security Threats
Elective
BSBXCS302
Identify and Report Online Security Threats
Elective
BSBXCS401
Maintain Security of Digital Devices
Elective
BSBXCS402
Promote Workplace Cyber Security Awareness and Best Practices
Elective
BSBXCS403
Contribute to Cyber Security Threat Assessments
Elective
BSBXCS404
Contribute to Cyber Security Risk Management
Elective
Career Pathways

Where This Qualification Takes You

IT Support & Helpdesk Technician
The most direct entry point — resolving incidents, supporting users, and maintaining secure IT environments across any sector.
Junior Cyber Security Analyst
Monitor security events, investigate alerts, and contribute to threat assessments on the front line of organisational cyber defence.
Security Awareness Coordinator
Drive workplace cyber hygiene programs, educate staff, and promote best-practice behaviour across entire organisations.
Progress to Cert IV, Diploma & Beyond
This qualification creates a direct pathway into ICT40120, Diploma-level cyber security, and ultimately specialist or management careers.
Your Study & Career Progression
ICT30120 — Cert III in IT (Cyber Security)
You are here · 2025 Intake Now Open
Enrolling Now
ICT40120 — Certificate IV in IT
Systems admin · Network security · Security operations
ICT50220 — Diploma of IT (Cyber Security)
Penetration testing · Threat analysis · GRC
Advanced Diploma / Degree Pathway
Security architect · CISO · Cyber consultant
Industries That Hire
Government Defence Finance & Banking Healthcare Technology Critical Infrastructure
Why It Matters

The Demand Is Real.
The Shortage Is Real.

Australia faces a critical shortage of cyber security professionals. The Australian Cyber Security Centre reports tens of thousands of unfilled roles — and that gap is widening every year. This qualification positions you right at the entry point of a career that will only grow in importance and salary.

Threat Assessment & Risk Management
Learn to assess cyber risks and contribute to real frameworks that protect organisations — not just pass theoretical exams.
Device & Data Security
Maintain security of digital devices and protect personally identifiable information — a legal obligation in every Australian workplace.
Workplace Security Culture
Promote awareness and best practices across teams — because the human layer is consistently the most exploited vulnerability.
SECURED
Your Next Move

Begin Your Cyber Security
Career with Confidence

Obelisk Training's ICT30120 is more than a certificate — it's your entry point into one of Australia's fastest-growing and most essential industries. Enrolments are open now. Don't wait.

Duration 12–18 Months
Delivery Online / Blended
Accreditation AQF Level 3




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