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Top 3 skills you will achieve:

  • Knowledge of events industry and regulations.
  • Basic event coordination
  • Customer service techniques

Certificate III in Events

Join this exciting, fast-paced, challenging and rewarding industry with this qualification.



Course Overview

Course Code:S605 (National ID: SIT30607) 
Careers:
Event assistant, Event operations assistant
 
Duration:

Six months (1 semester) full time.  Approximately 22 hours per week.

 
How:Full time, Part time, Apprenticeship/Traineeship 
Where:PERTH CAMPUS - Building 1
25 ABERDEEN STREET
NORTHBRIDGE
6003

 
Intake:Semester 1, Semester 2 
International study available:Yes 
Online study available:No 
Uni pathway available:No 

About the course

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This Certificate gives you access to industry standard events technology such as Summit and eventsPro and the opportunity to meet and network with industry professionals and work on live events. You'll be given the skills to effectively manage tasks and provide event support and assist with the smooth running of your event.

Events are an important aspect of our culture.  They are held for many and varied reasons such as imparting information, social networking, to discuss issues, educate and by many different bodies such as companies and associations.

View our brochure to see the career pathways for our events courses.

Where this course can lead you

With the skills you learn throughout your Certificate III in Events you'll be able to successfully work on an event.

Your Certificate III in Events prepares you for roles such as:

  • Event Administrative Assistant

  • Logistics Assistant

  • Event Operative

  • Exhibition Assistant

  • Conference Assistant

  • In-house meetings Assistant

Your Certificate III in Events opens the door for further qualifications at Central such as the Diploma of Events.

Skills you will gain from this course

Using industry standard technologies such as eventsPro and Summit will give you the best insight into standard practices within the events industry. Central's events qualifications provide you with skills that are relevant to current industry trends and practices.

By the end of the course you will:

  • gain an insight into the events industry and regulations

  • learn the details and aspects of event operations

  • use Summit EventsManager - Pro program

  • gain basic computing and word processing skills

  • set up a promotional stand

  • provide event staging support

  • learn effective customer service techniques

Your Certificate III in Events gives you the skills to begin an exciting career in events or move onto further study at Central. The Diploma of Events will increase your skills in management of staff and budgets and you'll get to practice event coordination.

Connected with industry

Our courses focus on industry relevancy which means practical course content delivered by industry professionals. 

Part of your course will involve you participating in an actual event which will provide you with invaluable ‘hands on’ knowledge and experience.

Our industry partners are involved in the development of our courses and curriculum so the skills you obtain are relevant to the workplace.

For those continuing on to the Diploma of Events, Central has its own student run events business called Central Events and Tourism Solutions (CEATS). CEATS students conduct actual events as well as work with industry partners on events projects.

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 $282. 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 $908 (non conc) over the 6 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 $5250, duration 6 months. You will need to pay for your course fees when you accept your offer and meet all the conditions.

Course Structure

Plan:S605 - CU1211 - PSC 
Description:Complete 15 units: 5 core and 10 elective units 

Available Groups

Title: MODULE 05 - EVENT REGISTRATIONS

Description: Learners to complete all units listed below

NumberNational IDTitle
WB972SITXEVT003BProcess and monitor event registrations

Title: MODULE 06 - INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL PRODUCTIONS

Description: Elective skill set to enhance employment options.

NumberNational IDTitle
D1141CUFLGT101AApply a general knowledge of lighting to work activities
D1595CUESOU07BApply a general knowledge of audio to work activities
D1605CUESTA05CApply a general knowledge of staging to work activities
D1624CUEAUD06BApply a general knowledge of vision systems to work activities

Title: MODULE 01 - EVENT INDUSTRY OVERVIEW

Description: Learners to complete all units listed below.

NumberNational IDTitle
S6492SITXCOM001AWork with colleagues and customers
S6493SITXCOM002AWork in a socially diverse environment
WA623SITXOHS001BFollow health, safety and security procedures
WB970SITXEVT001BDevelop and update event industry knowledge

Title: MODULE 03 - EVENT OPERATIONS

Description: Learners to complete all units listed below

NumberNational IDTitle
S6464SITTTSL002AAccess and interpret product information
S6487SITXADM004APlan and manage meetings
WB956SITTTSL008BBook and coordinate supplier services
WB971SITXEVT002BProvide event staging support
WB974SITXEVT005BOrganise in -house events or functions

Title: MODULE 02 - OFFICE TECHNOLOGY

Description: Learners to complete all units listed below

NumberNational IDTitle
D0789BSBITU306ADesign and produce business documents
D1027BSBWOR204AUse business technology

Title: MODULE 04 - EVENT COORDINTATOR

Description: Learners to complete all units listed below

NumberNational IDTitle
S6479SITTVAF001AProvide venue information and assistance
S6726SITXMPR002ACreate a promotional display or stand
WB973SITXEVT004BCoordinate on-site event registrations

Apprenticeships and Traineeships

An apprenticeship or traineeship is a structured employment based training program that allows you to have a job and be paid while you learn. In most instances practical experience at work is combined with complementary off-the-job training provided by Central Institute of Technology. 

Apprenticeships lead to trade certification and nationally recognised qualifications.

Traineeships focus on entry level training in non-trade areas and lead to nationally-recognised qualifications. Some school based traineeships are available to year 11 and 12 students who combine part time work with secondary studies via an approved training schedule. Apprenticeships and Traineeships are not available as an option for  International students.

Please Note: The process for actually getting into an apprenticeship/traineeship (which involves finding an employer) is very different to the application process for normal study.  

For more information about apprenticeships or traineeships please contact Central Institute of Technology'sTraineeship, Apprenticeship and Workplace Training (TAWT)  on 6211 2111, visit the Apprenticeships & Traineeships section of the Training WA site or http://www.trainingwa.wa.gov.au/apprenticentre/detcms/portal/

Information for international students

Central is one of Australia's largest VET colleges, and trains around 1700 students from more than 85 countries each year. In 2010, we were the inaugural winner of Western Australia's International Training Provider of the Year award and were again given this award in 2011.

Our campuses are conveniently located near the centre of Perth's CBD, making them easy to access via public transport. Central boasts excellent, state of the art facilities and resources and a friendly, safe and secure learning environment.

As a graduate, you are ensured direct pathways to further qualifications at Western Australian universities, or alternatively, the job ready skills you need to succeed in your career straight away.

We offer a dedicated International Centre which is focused on servicing International students, helping you with your personal and academic needs. Staff offer friendly, specialised support and guidance from your initial contact through to your graduation, to ensure that your experience at Central is enjoyable and rewarding.

Visit our international pages to find out more about studying at Central and life in Perth.

Find out from international students about their experiences studying at Central.

Find out about applying to study at Central as an International student.

Courses available to international students at Central are delivered in partnership with Education and Training International RTO Provider No: 52395 CRICOS Provider Code: 00020G

Getting into this course

Entrance Requirements

In order to gain entry into this course you must demonstrate basic maths and developed 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

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