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Charles Darwin University (CDU) Courses

Diploma

Casuarina, Casuarina
The Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs Practice introduces you to contemporary issues, research and interventions in the Australian alcohol and other drugs (AOD) field.
Entry Requirements

Admission requirements are met by one of the following:

  • Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.
  • Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
  • Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
  • Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
  • Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.
  • Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course.
  • Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
  • Defence members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:
    • Navy: Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading Seaman
    • Air Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, Corporal
    • Army: Private, Lance Corporal, Corporal
  • Current School Leaver Pathways:
    • Best of 3 Year 12 subject grades
    • School recommendation program

* After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.

Duration
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person

Certificate

Casuarina, Alice Springs
This qualification reflects the role of workers who assist teachers and support student learning in a range of classroom settings. They complete general administrative as well as operational tasks to support students with learning under the guidance of a teacher or other educational professional.
Entry Requirements

Students are to complete the LLN Robot Quiz and receive a minimum of Level 2 across all five areas, as those who wish to commence this course need to have the required skills and knowledge to undertake the qualification at this level and a general command of spoken and written English to be able to meet industry standards for communication in the education sector.

Students require a suitable workplace (either voluntary or paid) in which to undertake a placement.

Students are required to complete 100 hours of placement in a school. If the student is not currently working in a school, the University will organise the school for placement.

Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Graduate Satisfaction
77.10%

Certificate

Alice Springs
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of entry-level Business Services job roles. This qualification also reflects the role of individuals who have not yet entered the workforce, and are developing the necessary skills in preparation for work.
Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

Duration
1 year full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Graduate Satisfaction
70.50%

Certificate

Alice Springs
This qualification reflects the role of individuals establishing or carrying on business as a sole trader or contractor, as well as those supporting the establishment of a new venture as part of a larger organisation.These individuals apply a broad range of competencies in varied contexts, using...
Entry Requirements

There are no specific requirements to enter this qualification however all students need to demonstrate the appropriate level of language, literacy and numeracy skills and knowledge to undertake a qualification at this level.

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.
Duration
1 year full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Graduate Satisfaction
70.50%

Certificate

Casuarina, Alice Springs
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are competent in a range of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) roles, including animation, basic cloud computing, basic cyber awareness, digital media skills, generalist IT support services, networking, programming, systems and...
Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements into ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology however the preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification may include:

  • Completion of ICT20120 Certificate II in Applied Digital Technologies, or other relevant qualifications.
  • Demonstrated vocational experience in a range of work environments using information technologies.

Students will participate in a pre-enrolment interview/quiz to determine if they have the required LLN and Digital Literacy skills to successfully engage in the qualification and that the course selection is suitable.

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

Duration
0.5 year full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person

Certificate

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work in a range of human resources roles. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Coordinator and Payroll Officer. Responsibilities are likely to be determined at a workplace level.
Entry Requirements

Preferred pathways for candidates considering BSB40420 Certificate IV in Human Resource Management include:

  • BSB30120 Certificate III in Business or other relevant qualifications and/or
  • Relevant vocational experience.

Students are required to undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) assessment to establish support requirements for all enrolees undertaking this qualification

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

Duration
1.5 years full-time
Study Mode
Online

Certificate

Casuarina, Alice Springs, Katherine
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are job ready and competent in a wide range of information and communications technology (ICT) roles and apply a broad range of skills in varied work contexts, using problem solving skills and effective communication with others.
Entry Requirements

Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification may include:

  • Completion of ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology, or other relevant qualifications;

OR

  • Demonstrated vocational experience in a range of IT work environments in a network support role, including administrator, manager, operations analyst, operations engineer/technician, or technician.

Students will participate in a pre-enrolment interview/quiz to determine if they have the required language, literacy and numeracy (LL&N) and digital literacy skills to successfully engage in the qualification and that the course selection is suitable.

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

Duration
1 year full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person

Certificate

Casuarina, Alice Springs
This qualification reflects the role of workers who assist teachers and support student learning in a range of classroom settings under the guidance of a teacher or other educational professional.
Entry Requirements

To gain entry into CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support, candidates require;

  • Completion of LLN Robot quiz, minimum of Level 3 across all five areas (Learning, Reading, Writing, Oral Communication and Numeracy)
  • General command of spoken and written English to meet industry standards for communication in the Education sector
  • Valid Working with children clearance (Ochre Card)
  • Suitable workplace (paid or voluntary) to undertake placement of at least 100 hours of work in a classroom environment catering to primary or secondary school students. If the student is not currently working in a school, the University will organise a school for placement

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
77.10%

Non-Award

Casuarina, Casuarina
The First Nations Pre-Law Program is a 6-week intensive with 3-week face-to-face classes required. The course is an introduction to study law for First Nations students.
Entry Requirements

This course is only available for First Nations peoples who would like to pursue a career in law and be supported through peer-to-peer learning and mentoring.

Duration
0.5 year full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
78.60%

Certificate

Alice Springs, Palmerston
This qualification reflects the role of chefs and cooks who have a supervisory or team leading role in the kitchen. They operate independently or with limited guidance from others and use discretion to solve non-routine problems.
Entry Requirements

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

While there is no qualification entry requirement, students will be expected to have employment in a relevant position in a commercial kitchen to satisfy the requirements of core unit SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook which requires students to complete 48 restaurant services.

Students must wear work clothing suited to the industry. The Training Restuarant is a simulated work environment, therefore closed-in shoes with non-slip soles are compulsory. Refer to the Resources section for a list of uniform and tools required to undertake this qualification.

As part of the application process, it is important that you meet the minimum academic entry requirements. If you have any questions, please email the International team: international@cdu.edu.au. We look forward to helping you through the process of applying to study with us at CDU.

ProgramsEntry requirements
Certificate level programsA qualification equivalent to Australian Year 10
Diploma and advanced diploma programsA qualification equivalent to Australian Year 12
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Study Mode
In person

Non-Award

Alice Springs, Palmerston, Katherine
This Course describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to extract and serve espresso coffee beverages using commercial espresso machines and grinders.
Entry Requirements

To gain entry to this course candidates must:

  • be 15 years of age or above to be eligible to enrol

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person

Non-Award

Alice Springs, Palmerston
This short program is for individuals wishing to explore Asian cookery and obtain the skills and knowledge required to use a range of basic Asian cookery methods to prepare dishes.
Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements, however all potential applicants will need to demonstrate an appropriate level of language and literacy skills and knowledge to undertake this program.

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

Study Mode
In person