Skill set Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 10:20 PM AWST

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Transition to Cyber Security

Transition to Cyber Security

Skill set
National Code
—
State Code
AE780
TGA Status
N/A
DTWD Status
Approved
Associated Accredited course
Certificate IV in Cyber Security
National Code
22603VIC
State Code
BGT15
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
This skill set is aimed at existing information technology workers, to support transition to a cyber-security role.

Participants will gain knowledge and skills to work as a cyber-security specialist, including how to recognise cyber security threats, risks and vulnerabilities in an organisational setting, how to add security and set privileges on a personal computer, and how to use data analysis to recognise and detect data discrepancies.
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at Certificate IV Level
Field of Education
0299 - Other Information Technology
Skillset Type
State
Original TGA Release Date
28/02/2022
Current Release Date
18/01/2023
Current Release Number
2.0
Approved Date
11/03/2022
Transition Date
—
Nominal Hours
180
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.0 18/01/2023 N/A Approved
1.00 28/02/2022 N/A Replaced
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide credit towards the following qualification:
- 22603VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security
Licensing / Regulatory Information
These units of competency provide credit towards the following qualification:
- 22603VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security
Skill Set Entry Requirements
There are no essential entry requirements for the 22603VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security.

Applicants are best equipped to achieve the course outcomes if they have as a minimum, language, literacy and numeracy skills that are equivalent to Level 3 of the Australian Core Skill Framework. Details can be found on website: http://www.acsf.deewr.gov.au

Applicants with language, literacy and numeracy skills at levels lower than those recommended may require additional support to successfully undertake this course.
Target Group
- Existing workers - upskill or reskill
- Urgent business need to adjust to new operating environment
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency were attained in completion of the Transition to Cyber Security Skill Set established by the Department of Training and Workforce Development in Western Australia.
General notes
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AE382 Introduction to Cyber Security Skill Set Skill set