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CPP30321

Certificate III in Cleaning Operations

You’re a hard-working problem-solver with great attention to detail. Turn your skills into a new professional career with this CPP30321 Certificate III in Cleaning Operations course from MCI Institute.

Designed for students with no prior experience, this course will equip you with the foundation skills, knowledge and experience required to work successfully in the large and competitive field of professional cleaning. A nationally recognised qualification, this course can help you stand out when seeking employment.

In just 12 months of part-time, online study, you’ll learn how to safely, effectively and efficiently manage cleaning operations in domestic and commercial settings. You’ll build specialised skills in cleaning, including working with food preparation areas, glass surfaces, and cleaning without chemicals. And you’ll learn how to manage customer problems and complaints professionally and effectively.

With no exams, project-based assignments, and on-the-job activities, this course offers new skills without overwhelming your life. If you’re looking for a satisfying new career and want the skills to match, this course is your next step.

Online

Cleaner, Cleaning Supervisor

Price may vary

Up to 12 months part-time

BSB51319

Diploma of Work Health & Safety

By completing the Diploma of Work Health & Safety (BSB51319) at the College for Adult Learning, you’ll develop key occupational health and safety skills and strengthen your ability to make informed decisions, preparing you to take on leading WHS roles within any organisation with the backing of a Nationally Recognised formal qualification. This course will help you consolidate and develop your skills in risk analysis and incident response, while increasing your ability to develop safe workplace policies and return to work strategies.

Key Skills:

Plan, implement and evaluate a process for managing work health and safety (WHS) risk in a work area
Lead and manage the initial response to one work health and safety (WHS) incident
Contribute to developing, implementing, reviewing and improving a work health and safety management
Manage the planning, implementation and review of initial response procedures and return to work practices

You may be eligible for an AIHS membership

If you are studying WHS and not currently working full time you may be eligible for a free 12-month student membership with The Australian Institute of Health & Safety (AIHS). As an AIHS member, you’ll have access to professional development resources, webinars led by health and safety recruiting agencies, professional networking groups plus much more.

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WHS manager, WHS officer

Price may vary

12 months full-time; 14–16 months part-time

BSB41419

Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety

By completing the Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety at the College for Adult Learning, you’ll develop a basic understanding of occupational health and safety law, and how to navigate the technical aspects related to WHS processes within any organisation.

You’ll learn how to best contribute to WHS decisions, supporting their implementation and influencing change within your organisation. Throughout the course, you’ll develop skills essential to any role within occupational health and safety, including responding to workplace incidents, identifying (WHS) hazards and controlling the associated risks, and planning the implementation of a work health and safety management system (WHSMS). You’ll also develop transferable skills in problem-solving, report writing and documentation best practices.

Delivered entirely online, this comprehensive course can be studied at your own pace. Schedule study time around your work and life commitments, completing your course in anywhere from 12 to 24 months. So don’t hesitate – commit to yourself and your career and enquire about this online diploma today!

You may be eligible for an AIHS membership

If you are studying WHS and not currently working full time you may be eligible for a free 12-month student membership with The Australian Institute of Health & Safety (AIHS). As an AIHS member, you’ll have access to professional development resources, webinars led by health and safety recruiting agencies, professional networking groups plus much more.

Online

WHS manager, WHS officer

Price may vary

8 months full-time; 10-12 months part-time

BSB41419

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

If you’re the type of person who is focused on detail and enjoy creating an improving work processes in order to optimise safety and well-being of people at a workplace, then this BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety qualification from Australian Institute of Management (AIM) Education and Training could be your pathway to a rewarding career.

Over the last decade, work health and safety (WHS) has become a focus across many industry sectors, and demand for qualified WHS professionals is at an all time high. If you’re looking to take advantage of this demand and join the booming WHS sector, this course will give you all the skills and confidence you need to commence a rewarding career. You will gain essential knowledge such as how to contribute to implementation and maintenance of WHS consultation and participation processes; how to contribute to managing work-related psychological health and safety; how to contribute to WHS risk management and how to assist with managing WHS compliance of contractors. By the end of the course you will be fully qualified and certified to start working in one of many WHS roles available nationally across almost all industry sectors.

This course is delivered 100% online, requires roughly 10 hours of study per week and can be completed in 12-18 months.

Online

Health Safety & Environment Coordinator, Safety Manager, Senior WHS manager, WHS manager, WHS officer

Price may vary

12-18 months part-time

About Work Health and Safety Courses

The Work Health and Safety (WHS) industry in Australia plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of employees across various sectors. Established under the Safe Work Australia Act 2008, this industry is supported by a collaborative framework involving government bodies, unions, and industry representatives. The primary aim is to reduce workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities, fostering a culture of safety that benefits both workers and employers.

Safe Work Australia leads the charge in developing national policies and strategies that harmonise work health and safety laws across the country. This harmonisation not only simplifies compliance for businesses but also enhances the overall effectiveness of safety regulations. By promoting awareness and providing resources, the WHS industry empowers organisations to implement best practices in workplace safety, ultimately contributing to a healthier workforce.

With a growing emphasis on mental health and well-being, the WHS industry is evolving to address the diverse needs of the modern workplace. This includes initiatives that focus on psychosocial hazards and the importance of mental health support. As the industry continues to adapt, it remains committed to creating safe and supportive environments for all workers, ensuring that safety is a shared responsibility.

As the demand for skilled professionals in the WHS sector increases, there are ample opportunities for individuals looking to build a rewarding career in this field. With a focus on continuous improvement and innovation, the Work Health and Safety industry is poised for growth, making it an exciting area for career development and advancement.

Career Outcomes

Health Safety & Environment Coordinator

WHS officer

WHS manager

Compliance Manager

Environmental Health Officer

Safety Inspector

Safety Manager

WorkCover Assessor