3 one day courses that can help land a job in Australia with no entry requirements
Are looking for work but don't have the time or money for advanced studies? These 3 one-day courses can help you land a job without breaking the bank. There are no formal entry requirements, anyone can complete these nationally recognised courses!
1. White Card course
Completing a White Card course is a must for anyone looking for work in the construction industry in Australia. White Cards are licenses required to enter construction sites, and as such are required for labourers, tradesmen and even cleaners in a lot of cases.
The course will teach you about the hazards and risks on construction sites, what to do in emergency situations and basic laws and regulations in the construction industry.
| Qualification | CPCCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Online (WA, TAS), face to face (QLD, NSW, VIC, SA, ACT, NT) |
| Course duration* | 4-8 hours (depending on state legislation) |
| Course cost* | ~$60 (WA, TAS), ~$110 (QLD), ~$120-$150 (NSW, VIC, SA, ACT, NT) |
| Entry requirement | There are no formal entry requirements, anyone can complete this course |
| Nationally recognised | Yes |
For a RTO delivering the QLD White Card course in Brisbane & Gold Coast see Tradie Training
2. Responsible service of alcohol course (RSA)
Responsible service of alcohol (often abbreviated to RSA) is the go-to course if you're looking for work in hospitality.
You will be required to have this certificate for working anywhere that serves alcohol such as restaurants, bars, pubs, hotels or bottle shops (liquor store).
Topics include Australian regulations, how to responsibly serve alcohol & identifying intoxicated customers.
| Qualification | SITHFAB002 - Provide responsible service of alcohol |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Online (QLD, WA, SA, NT, ACT), face to face (NSW, VIC) |
| Course duration* | 4-8 hours (depending on state legislation) |
| Course cost* | ~$20 (QLD, WA, SA, NT, ACT), ~$50 (VIC), ~$120 (NSW) |
| Entry requirement | There are no formal entry requirements, anyone can complete this course |
| Nationally recognised | Yes |
3. Food handling course
Completing a food handling course will open the door to jobs where you are required to prepare or serve food. This includes working as a cook, chef, caterer, kitchen hand etc.
The course will teach you how to identify hazards related to food and how to effectively minimise safety risks, methods to control food safety as well as basic food safety laws and regulations.
| Qualification | SITXFSA001 - Use hygienic practices for food safety |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Online & face to face available |
| Course duration* | 4-8 hours |
| Course cost* | ~$30 |
| Entry requirement | There are no formal entry requirements, anyone can complete this course |
| Nationally recognised | Yes |
Bonus: First aid course
Unlike the 3 previous courses, the first aid course is not industry-specific, but can improve your employability in general. Australian employers have an obligation to provide access to first aid trained personnel to their workforce, and as such love to hire workers that already have the qualification.
| Qualification | HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid |
|---|---|
| Delivery | face to face only |
| Course duration* | 8 hours |
| Course cost* | ~$120 |
| Entry requirement | There are no formal entry requirements, anyone can complete this course |
| Nationally recognised | Yes |
For a RTO delivering the First Aid & CPR course in Brisbane & Gold Coast see First Aid Today
* Course duration and course cost can vary depending on state regulation, training organisation and other factors. We have added a rough estimate for convenience as a guide only.