Training

Industry-backed courses

We’ve teamed up with some of Victoria’s top training providers to offer a range of 12-week digital skills courses in:

  • Artificial intelligence (AI) / machine learning
  • Cloud computing
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • Cyber security
  • Data analytics
  • Digital marketing
  • Enterprise resource planning (ERP)
  • IT operations and support
  • Product management
  • Programming / software development
  • Project management (agile)
  • User experience / user interface (UX/UI)
  • Web development.

For rounds 10 and 11 the streams are:

  • Cloud computing
  • Data analytics
  • Digital marketing
  • IT operations and support
  • Programming / software development
  • User experience / user interface (UX/UI)
  • Web development.

Participants will be assisted to select courses based on interests, experience and strengths.

Our world-class training providers

Since its commencement in July 2021 Digital Jobs courses have been delivered by leading training providers, including:

What skills do I need before starting?

Digital Jobs caters for a range of skill levels, but all participants will at least need to be confident using common computer programs and navigating the internet. Some courses may be better suited to you than others, depending on your digital skill levels.

Support from career coaches

We know that changing careers is a big step, so we’re providing every participant with support from a career coach throughout the program.

For more details, please read the frequently asked questions below.

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Frequently asked questions

There are a range of courses available across the 7 digital streams. A stream is a high-demand digital skill area, with all training courses categorised into one of the 7 streams.

In the selection process, you can nominate up to 3 stream preferences. If you are successful, you will be offered a place in one of those streams.

Note that stream selection is competitive and stream allocations cannot be changed.

Upon completing your course, you’ll receive recognised industry credentials that will open up a wide range of digital job opportunities.

These include:

Cloud computing

  • Cloud administrator
  • Cloud business developer
  • System administrator

Data analytics

  • Data analyst
  • Data modeler
  • Reporting analyst

Digital marketing

  • Digital marketer
  • Marketing associate
  • Social media manager

IT operations and support

  • Help desk technician
  • ICT help desk officer
  • Network support technician

Programming / software development

  • Software developer
  • Web developer

User experience / user interface (UX/UI)

  • Product designer
  • User experience designer
  • User interface designer

Web development

  • Front end developer
  • Full-stack developer
  • Web designer / developer

Round 10 commenced in August 2024, with Round 11, our final round, commencing in November 2024. If selected for a round, you will need to commence training on the designated start date.

The courses run for 12 weeks. While some courses require a full-time commitment, others are designed to be flexible - enabling you to work and study at the same time. If you are selected for the program, you can select a stream that suits your circumstances.

You can only study one of the available 12-week training courses.

No. You’ll only be eligible to apply for a work placement if you complete and pass your 12-week Digital Jobs training course.

Applying for work placements is a competitive process. While we aim for all program participants to secure an entry-level work placement, there is no guarantee that you will be offered one. We also cannot guarantee that you will be offered ongoing employment after completing a work placement.

In addition to providing work placement opportunities, Digital Jobs provides a suite of employability resources including workshops, career coaching, and online training to support participants to apply for digital jobs that are advertised to the general public.

Yes, you’ll need access to a computer to complete the course.

Page last updated: 22 October 2024