• Tuition fee A$24,000
• Enrolment fee A$200
• Material Fee A$950

• 104 weeks
• Full-Time
• Study (20 hours per week) including holiday

Training and assessment are conducted face-to-face, both in the classroom and in a simulated environment.

Assessment methods include written work, projects and observations.

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Successful completion of year 12 or equivalent
• English level of at least IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
• Successful completion of the college's LLN (Language, Literacy and Numeracy) test and digital literacy assessment

Must have:

• Access to a computer (with Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word and a web browser)
• Access to the Internet
• Access to a video and audio recording device
• Computer skills including an understanding of how to access an online video conferencing software, how to use Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader, and be able to download, scan and upload documents, and how to access online materials

Note: If you need any help regarding access to a computer and meeting the computer skill requirements, the college can provide support for you.

Applicants with no formal qualifications and who are commencing within or have experience within a relevant industry may also be considered for entry into the Course.

Additional requirements for enrolment in 85 weeks course duration:

Completion of  ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology from Australian Institute of Digital Technology (AIDT) or equivalent.

• Cyber security administrator
• Network security analyst
• Network Security Administrator
• IT security analyst
• E-Security Specialist

Level 1 377 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Victoria - 3000 Australia

After completing this qualification, individuals may undertake studies at a higher level of education.

AIDT recognises AQF and VET qualifications, as well as Statements of Attainment issued by other RTOs. Students may apply for course credit, which will be assessed and recorded by AIDT. Approved credits may reduce the course duration.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) acknowledges a student’s previous formal or informal learning, work, and life experience relevant to the course outcomes. Students who believe they already hold certain competencies may apply for RPL by submitting an application with supporting evidence that aligns with each Unit of Competency. For more information, contact AIDT.

Students must achieve competency in all 16 units listed below to successfully complete ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology  (Cyber Security) qualification.

Core Units

• BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
• BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
• BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
• ICTICT608 Interact with clients on a business level
• ICTICT618 Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
• ICTSAD609 Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment

Elective Units

• • ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers
  • ICTICT522 Evaluate vendor products and equipment
  • ICTCYS612 Design and implement virtualised cyber security infrastructure for organisations
  • ICTICT617 Lead the evaluation and implementation of current industry specific technologies
  • ICTNWK537 Implement secure encryption technologies
  • ICTNWK546 Manage network security
  • ICTNWK556 Identify and resolve network problems
  • ICTCYS604 Implement best practices for identity management
  • ICTCYS606 Evaluate an organisation's compliance with cyber security standards and law
  • ICTCYS608 Perform cyber security risk assessments