Overview

22603VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security

Enter a field with ever-increasing demand, skills that can be applied to all business types and are required across the world.

Cyber security is still a field in which we have minimal skilled persons and much to learn about how we can control personal and professional security across cyber spaces.

As part of this course, you will gain access to TryHackMe – a gamified, hands-on cyber security training platform that you can access through your browser, with blue, red and purple team content for all skill levels.

This technician level qualification will provide you with the knowledge and a comprehensive set of technical skills to:

respond to and monitor cyber security events in an organisation
use a range of tools and procedures to mitigate cyber security threats
protect an organisation from insider security breaches
develop systems to minimise network vulnerabilities and risks
recognise implications using cloud based services
work effectively as a member of a cyber security team.

Develop the technical skills you need to protect organisations against malicious cyber activity and seek work as a cyber security practitioner with a Certificate IV in Cyber Security from Asset College.

Why consider a career in cyber security?

Unlimited opportunity for growth
Variety in your job
Spend your time solving puzzles and uncovering malicious activity
It is an extremely important role across both public and private sectors

Course Outcomes

One course offers many courses of action and pathways for you.

On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a Certificate IV in Cyber Security (22603VIC).

Possible job roles may include:

Cyber Security Support Officer
Security Penetration Tester
Information Systems Security Support Officer
Network Security Support Officer
Website Security Support Officer

Entry Requirements

What do I need before I start?

There are no formal prerequisite units required for entry into this course. Prior IT and/or networking experience or knowledge is not required but is an advantage.

Due to the technical nature of this course, you should be at least 18 years old when enrolling.

You will however require intermediate English language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills.

Before commencing this course, you will be required to undertake an Online LLN ASSESSMENT. You can complete this higher level LLN test here now!

If you are completing the course via an online or RPL delivery mode, you will need access to a computer with word processing, PDF reader capabilities and an internet connection.

This course is not open to international students (student visa 500).

What will I need to provide to enrol?

Enrolment Form
USI
Photo Identification
Completion of LLN assessment
Copies of previous qualifications (if applicable)
Payment

Units of Competency

To complete this course you must demonstrate competency in a total of 16 units. These units have been selected to give you the most comprehensive overview of cyber security.

Core Units

BSBWHS309 Contribute effectively to WHS communication and consultation processes
BSBINS401 Analyse and present research information
ICTICT443 Work collaboratively in the ICT industry
VU23223 Apply cyber security legislation, privacy and ethical practices
VU23213 Utilise basic network concepts and protocols required in cyber security
VU23215 Test concepts and procedures for cyber security
VU23217 Recognise the need for cyber security in an organisation
VU23220 Develop and carry out a cyber security industry project*

Elective Units

VU23216 Perform basic cyber security data analysis
VU23219 Manage the security infrastructure for an organisation
VU23221 Evaluate and test an incident response plan for an enterprise
VU23222 Expose website security vulnerabilities
ICTICT426 Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices
ICTNWK538 Install and maintain valid authentication processes
ICTSAS440 Monitor and administer security of ICT systems
ICTSAS526 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans

*This unit of competency has pre-requisite requirements.

Delivery Options

Standard Online Delivery

1 unit per month for 16 months. Includes regular contact with a trainer. Should allow 20 – 25 hours per week to study.

This will also include a mandatory 3 day virtual workshop.

We have fortnightly 2 hour support sessions via Microsoft Teams for all students. These sessions are optional but we would highly recommend you attend as many as possible. They run from 3pm – 5pm. Please note that trainers are only available for assistance during normal business hours.

Accelerated Learning

For people with prior knowledge, skills or qualifications. 2 units per month for 8 months. Should allow 30 – 40 hours per week to study.

This will also include a mandatory 3 day virtual workshop.

We have fortnightly 2 hour support sessions via Microsoft Teams for all students. These sessions are optional but we would highly recommend you attend as many as possible.

Assessment Only / RPL

For people with evidence of their extensive experience.

We aim to have all RPL assessments finalised within 12 weeks but it is usually much quicker. The actual timeframe depends on the course you are seeking RPL for, how long it takes you to supply the evidence and how long it takes us to verify your evidence.

You can complete our Free Skills Assessment right now to determine if this is the right option for you.

Custom Enrolment

If you wish to customise your course, change your elective units or study load please contact us to request an individual learning plan.

The number of hours outlined is a guide only and each individual will learn at a different pace. Students may request an extension or submit their assessments early as required to suit their individual learning needs.

Online Resources

Asset College delivers this qualification completely online. For some courses, learning material is not able to be printed or downloaded by students into PDF or Word format for offline purposes. If you would like to discuss printed materials, please contact us prior to enrolment.

Other Information

On enrolment, you will receive a customised training plan. This training plan will list all units of competency you will complete within this qualification along with their due dates for submission. Students must be submitting units by the due dates outlined on your training plan or an extension application will be required.

Pathways

After completing this course you may wish to further your studies with:

Course Fees

This qualification is available through online study or RPL. You can also opt to complete some units by RPL and some units through online study.

Online Study – $4900

RPL – $3300

Payment Options

Online Study

1. Pay as you go

Pay for each unit of your course as you commence it. Please view our Course Fees brochure to see first payment required plus fee per unit for your specific qualification.

2. zipMoney – From $204 a week over 6 months

Up to 6 months interest free on zipMoney. Best for people with an existing zipMoney account.

RPL

Individualised quotes will be discussed with our RPL Manager after submission of a free skills assessment. Please read the full outline on our RPL process here.

1. 2 split payments

Pay 50% of the course fees to begin your RPL, with 50% due on completion before your certificate is issued.

2. zipMoney payment plan

Other Information

Please read our Course Fees and Refund policy here.

For information about studying this qualification under a traineeship arrangement please click here.

Extension Request Fees

Should you require an extension on your study, the following applies:

Full Qualification
	One Month	$150
	Six Months	$300
Single Unit
	One Month	$50
	Six Months	$150

Assessment Re-Submission Fees

Should you be deemed not competent after 2 attempts at a unit of competency, an assessment re-submission fee of $50 will apply per assessment.

Re-Enrolment

Should you wish to cancel your course or your enrolment is cancelled by us due to no progress and you then wish to re-enrol, a re-enrolment fee of 25% of the standard course fee will apply if requested within 3 months of initial cancellation. If re-enrolment is requested within 4 – 12 months of initial cancellation, 50% of the standard course fee will apply.

Testimonial

“ASSET allowed me with my busy schedule and existing commitments, to study at a pace that suited me. I have trained with other providers in the past and can attest to the fact ASSET are more organised, have better online content, competitive prices as well as excellent trainers. I will most certainly study with ASSET again in the near future. Thanks ASSET Team.”

Belinda Morris