Micro-credentials
Micro-credentials are another way to gain digital and cyber skills relevant to employers without having to undertake full tertiary or VET qualification. This is an affordable and time effective option if you are looking to upskill, expand skillsets or are transitioning from another profession.
For example, if you are trained in agricultural science and looking to expand your skills and knowledge in the AgTech space, consider a micro-credential in data analytics or internet of things with industry certification outcomes rather than a full ICT degree or VET certificate.
Below are some typical places offering digital, ICT and cyber security training:
- Australian Computer Society (ACS)
- Australian Women in Security Network (AWSN)
- Microsoft/Prodigy Learning
- Fortinet
- Cisco Networking Academy (Netacad)
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- ISC2
- Linkedin Learning
New Cyber Security Micro-credentials in the Health Sector
Through the College of Business and Economics, the University of Tasmania now offers a Graduate Certificate in Digital Health (C5R) course to domestic students which is 1 year full-time.
Designed to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in the dynamic health sector, this course equips you with evidence-based skills essential for success.
Throughout the course, you'll study critical areas such as health informatics, data security, and the transformative impact of digital systems on decision-making. You'll gain invaluable experience navigating ethical, social, and economic considerations, ensuring you're ready to lead in an ever-evolving industry. Position yourself at the intersection of technology and healthcare with our comprehensive Graduate Certificate in Digital Health.
Graduates of our course are prepared for a variety of roles in the healthcare industry. With expertise in health informatics, data security, and digital decision-making, you can lead projects to improve healthcare delivery, protect data, and address ethical issues. This credential opens doors to careers in health technology management, healthcare consulting, and digital health entrepreneurship, empowering you to make a real difference in this fast-growing field.
This course is also mapped against SFIA which assists you with planning your digital /ICT career.
To find out more to the Course webpage here.