Health, Education and Community Services

About the course

This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to prepare for work within an office environment. You will gain skills in word processing, effective communication, organisation and using office equipment.

Central's Disability programs give you the opportunity to advance your career or training prospects. Our range of part-time, full-time and work place based courses are specifically designed for people with an intellectual or learning disability to reach their goals.

All of our classes are small, have extensive resources and are run by highly experienced lecturers and during your studies you will gain on the job skills in a structured work placement.

This qualification is for students who have an intellectual or learning disability. Applications need to be made directly to Central Institute of Technology. Please click here or contact the area on (08) 9202 4352.

View our brochure to see the career pathways for our access and disability courses.

Where this course can lead you

Central's disability qualifications will provide you with the skills to work in basic or assistant roles in a variety of workplaces. The practical training will ensure you become an integral part of any organisation and have the skills to meet their needs.

Your Certificate I in Business prepares you for roles such as:

• Office Assistant

• Admin Assistant

Your Certificate I in Business is a great precursor to further study at of a Certificate II in Business from Central. With a higher qualification you can improve your education and skills and advance your career.

Skills you will gain from this course

This access and equity qualification will provide you with basic office and business skills for work in an entry level role in business.

• Use word processing applications

• Use effective communication

• Organise yourself effectively

• Use office equipment

Connected with industry

At Central we place an emphasis on quality training, that is why we ensure our lecturers are experienced, innovative and caring. We also ensure industry partners are involved in the development of our courses and curriculum, so the skills obtained are relevant in the workforce. Some of our access and disability industry associates are:

• People With Disabilities WA

• Disability Services Commission WA

Fee information

Domestic students:
The costs for this course for a semester are: $626 or $313 (concession). On top of this there is also a resource cost of $58. The resource fee is an estimate because the amount depends on which units you choose. You will be given the exact amount at enrolment. Find out more about how the costs are determined.

An estimate of the total cost of the course is $664 (non conc) over the 3 months the course takes to complete.

Paying your fees

You will be  expected to pay your course fees in full at the time of enrolment.

Fees can be paid at our student services offices at any of Central’s campuses. You can also pay by credit card over the phone, however, if you wish to pay by instalments, you will need to make your first payment in person and sign the payment plan terms and conditions.

Assistance may be available for those students experiencing financial hardship.

Find out more details about payment options

International students:
The cost for international students is n/a. You will need to pay for your course fees when you accept your offer and meet all the conditions.

Course Structure

Available Groups

Title: GROUP 01 - CORE

Description: Learners to complete core unit listed below.

Title: GROUP 02 - ELECTIVE UNITS

Description: Learners to complete 5 Elective units. **Below is an example**

Getting into this course

Entrance Requirements

In order to gain entry into this course you must demonstrate basic communication skills.

This conversion table explains the grades you need to have obtained at a high school level to meet this entry level requirement.

The Application Process

The process for applying for a course at Central depends on whether you are a local or international student and the way that you will be studying: full time, part time, as an apprentice or trainee.

Our future students area of the website includes a handy guide to help you through the process depending on what type of student you are, and how you are planning on studying.

Visit our apply, enrol and pay guide

Recognition of Prior Learning

Do you have existing skills? Whether obtained through paid or voluntary work, training or other experiences, you may be able to fast track your study by applying for recognition of prior learning, often referred to as RPL.

Find out more here