Build real-world programming skills that lead
to real job opportunities
Choose the pathway that fits your starting point: turn an app idea into a working mobile app with Mobile App Specialisation, build programming foundations in the Certificate IV, or advance into larger enterprise wide applications with the Diploma.
IT is changing fast are you ready?Code smarter, build faster, and be future ready. Learn programming, AI-assisted styles of development, vibe coding, and the latest software engineering techniques used by today’s most innovative developers
START HEREMobile App Specialisation
NEXT STEPCert IV programming foundations
ADVANCE TODiploma advanced programming
OutcomeProfessional Portfolio, Certification, Create Real Software
Three steps. One clear pathway.
Start with a practical app-building pathway, build trusted programming foundations in the Certificate IV, or progress to advanced applications and APIs in the Diploma.
ICTSS00167
Mobile App Specialisation
Build a working mobile app from idea to launch-ready prototype in six months or less.
Best fit
No coding experience required
Project work
Android Studio, AI-assisted development and a launch-ready mobile app
Pathway
Credit toward the Certificate IV in IT (Programming) after completion
ICT40120
Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming)
Start with programming foundations, practical projects and mentor support. Build confidence for further study in IT or to change your role within an existing company.
Best fit
New or early-stage programmers
Project work
Java, Python, databases, mobile and MERN web development
Study access
12 months of online course access
ICT50220
Diploma in Information Technology (Advanced Programming / Back End Web)
Advance into APIs, data, complex applications and back-end web development with mentor support.
Best fit
Students with coding confidence
Project work
SaaS, REST APIs, data dashboards, complex websites and multi-touch mobile apps
Specialisation
Advanced programming and back-end web development
How the training works
Learn it. Build it. Test it. Release it.
01
Learn the skill
Turn your app idea into a clear build plan, learn the essentials, and work through structured online material with real mentor support.
02
Build the project
Build the key features of your app through practical hands-on tasks in programming, data, testing and Git.
03
Test and explain it
Test, improve and explain what you built so you can show your app, your decisions and your next steps.
Small RTO advantage
All About Your Needs
The true advantage of completing the training with Automation Skills is the ability to get hands on training with your mentor in smaller groups and 1 on 1. With other larger training providers the only contact you will get is 100 people in a web conference. You will be lucky to get timely responses to your requests or get to know your trainer. We guarantee access to our trainers when and how you need them to ensure you get the REAL support that you need.
- Small Group Training: We purposely keep our web conference groups small so that you have ample time to ask questions and feel like you get to be heard.
- Practical Focus: Actually make complete mobile apps, websites, and desktop applications that work across multiple platforms and operating systems.
- Job Ready: As well as teaching you to code and complete your certification we will also prepare you to get into the industry. This means making sure you know how to utilise LinkedIn to network, search job sites and have AI ready resumes and cover letters as well as a software development portfolio to impress employers.
- Think Entrepreneurially: If you complete the Diploma portfolio projects you will have software you can show as part of your portfolio but potentially sell to customers with a working website and companion mobile app.
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Free one-to-one session
Book a free career and course counselling session.
Talk with me about your goals, experience and the best next step for your career or study pathway. Choose a convenient time and the session will take place on Zoom.
Not sure which course fits?
Send a short enquiry with your current programming experience, study goals and the qualification you are considering.