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Certificate IV in Information Technology

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  • Learn HTML, CSS, JavaScript, website development, programming and more
  • Apply your skills in virtual simulated workplace activities
  • Get the skills, get ahead – in as little as 12 months
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Duration Up to two and a half years
How it works Study online. With a difference
Price $3,750 up front | $173.80 per week (payment plan) | Gov. funding if eligible
Career opportunities Assistant programmer | Digital developer support
Course topics Five modules
Units 20 units of competency | Nationally recognised
Course trainers Industry experts and thought leaders.
Pathways Diploma in Information Technology
Entry requirements No formal prerequisites | RPL available | Some equipment needed
Assessments Multiple small assessments
Start date Immediately, or whenever you're ready.
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Key Benefits

Victorian Government Funding Available

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding for eligible students. Please check the eligibility requirements here, or get in touch to discuss your funding options.

Learn Basic Coding and Industry Tools

When you study your Certificate of IT with Monarch, you will learn about and use a variety of industry current tools and technologies, including basic coding languages.
Coding languages covered include:

  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • Java
  • C#

Process and models include:

  • SEO
  • OOP
  • .NET

Software and tools include:

  • Figma
  • Visual Studio
  • Visual Studio Code
  • GitHub
  • Eclipse
  • Apache Maven
  • FileZilla (FTP)

Use Pluralsight

To give your learning journey an extra boost, Monarch offers Certificate students full access to the Pluralsight online learning platform – at no additional cost.

The Pluralsight platform allows you to access to thousands of webinars, tutorials, lectures, and practical online labs created by industry experts. You can explore at your own pace and discover topics you are interested in to further develop your skills and knowledge.

Nationally recognised

The course is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. You can use it as a pathway to further studies, including university degrees.

Course Accreditation

You’ll need to complete 20 units to obtain your Certificate IV in Information Technology.


Module 1

Work effectively in the IT industry

Module 2

Client-side development

Module 3

Enhancing a website

 

Module 4

Programming basics

Module 5

Managing quality

Specialisations

Course Assessments

Course assessments

The experts who design and deliver our courses (click back to Course trainers to meet some of them) have developed an assessment framework that’s uniquely designed to help you gain a deep understanding of the material.

Assessment formats include:

Career Opportunities

The Certificate IV in Information Technology is perfect for those just starting out in the industry. It’s also great for workers with a little bit of experience who want to get an official qualification that’ll look great on their CV and boost employment opportunities. With a special practical focus on web dev, it’s an awesome pathway to the growing opportunities in custom e-commerce development.

Key opportunities include:

Pathways

The Certificate IV in Information Technology is a great qualification on its own. It’ll allow you to get started straight away in a junior web development job, or step in to a role that requires nationally recognised certification of your skills. However, you’ve got plenty of options if you want to keep learning and upskilling. You could continue on to the Diploma in Information Technology with Monarch Institute, or take on a university course. It’s best to check with the uni of your choice about their prerequisites and credit transfer options before enrolling in a Certificate IV or Diploma course.

Entry requirements

Course entry requirements

There aren’t any formal prerequisites. But to make sure you get the most out of training with us, the following enrolment process applies:

What equipment will I need?

Am I eligible for recognition of prior learning (RPL)?

We may be able to take into account relevant knowledge and skills you’ve gained through previous formal or informal training, education and employment. To find out more, refer to our Student Information Handbook by clicking here, or get in touch with one of our friendly Course Consultants.

Course Topics

The Certificate IV has seven core units and 13 elective units. These cover a range of the most important skills in terms of technical ability, client service, and the practical side of working in the industry.


Module 1

Work effectively in the IT industry

Being successful in the IT industry is about more than technical brilliance. You need to know how to work collaboratively on projects, apply your critical thinking skills to new challenges, and comply with the law. This module will help you get to grips with the basics, so you feel confident and ready to get to work.


Module 2

Client-side development

Client-side development means taking care of everything that the end user sees and can do in a web application. This takes a lot more than programming skills – you’ve got to really understand what makes users tick. Module 2 is about upskilling in the technical and creative aspects of client-side development.


Module 3

Enhancing a website

Great websites require more than just a great build. You’ve got to stay on top of improving and enhancing the structure and content. Module 3 takes you through the essentials of updating content and accessibility standards. You’ll also cover search engine optimisation, to help keep your site at the top of search results.


Module 4

Programming basics

Module 4 is about the basic aspects of programming that are the same no matter what language you’re working in. This is the stuff that your non-techy friends and family think of when you say you’re studying IT (cue super-realistic TV-drama hacking scene). You’ll learn how to build from scratch, test code, apply basic debugging techniques, and more.


Module 5

Managing quality

Quality control (QC) responsibility is the step between being a junior developer, and taking on a leadership role. Module 5 is all about the QC skills that bosses love to see, from testing to security risk management.

Course Duration

This course is designed to be completed within 12-24 months.

There is no minimum timeframe to complete this course. Students who are highly motivated and well organised can complete the full course at an accelerated pace.

The key factors that influence course completion are a student’s experience, time availability, how fast they work and how committed they are!

How it works

More than online

You’ll get:

How does it work?

This course has been developed to give you absolute flexibility. Study on your couch, on public transport, on your break at work, out in the park – wherever and whenever you like. The best part is, with Monarch Institute, ‘online’ doesn’t mean ‘alone’. You’ll be backed by our trainers at every step along the way.


What support will I get?

Your trainer will be happy to contact you via phone, Zoom, or email (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm). So you definitely won’t feel alone. You’ll also have access to our student Facebook groups, so you can discuss the material with other students. It’s a handy way to stay in touch with trainers and others in the same course.

Course Price

Upfront payment

$3,750 (Total)

The most cost-effective option. Pay up front and save 20% compared to the total payment plan. Payment options include electronic funds transfer (EFT), credit card (Mastercard or Visa), cheque or cash.


Payment plan

$173.80 per week – paid over 26 weeks (total: $4,518)

This option is suitable for students wanting to manage their cash flow. It’s handy if you want to get started right away, but don’t have the full amount on hand. Payment must be made with Mastercard or Visa.


Government funding

If you live in Victoria, you may be eligible for government funding for this course. Find out more here.

Meet your trainers

Industry experts and thought leaders.
Saravanan Thangavel
Trainer
"Those who are in love with learning are in love with life."
– Charles Handy

I am an educationalist with 18+ years of expertise in the combined IT industry and academia in Technology Strategy and Technology Management Consultation. I’ve complimented my expertise by lecturing as well as by playing diverse roles in the industry. As a Solutions Consultant, I specialise in Microsoft Product Customisation and developed skills in BPR and client portfolio management. As an ICT advisor, I was involved in the implementation of CMMI standards in software companies and also conducted audits on software and general ICT controls.

What gets you out of bed in the morning?

I love sharing this knowledge with students!

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Gradon Rong
Trainer
“Stay hungry, stay foolish” – Steve Jobs

I am an IT trainer with a Masters of Information Technology and rich teaching experience in domestic and international education. I have worked as an IT web developer, programming, and database management expert and I have experienced a few IT projects, including website and mobile application development, which practically makes me familiar with vocational education in IT.

I also provide academic support to university students to assist them in achieving outcomes in IT fields. I’m passionate about providing sustainable improvement to ensure the quality of education.

Learn more about Gradon

Any questions? Ask away!