Qualification levels
The twelve qualifications
Vocational education and training sector qualifications
The twelve qualifications
Twelve qualifications are available to students. Different education sectors issue varying qualifications, with some being issued by two sectors. The list below outlines the qualifications most commonly issued by the separate sectors.
| School sector | Vocational Education and Training sector | Higher Education sector |
|---|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | ||
| Masters degree | ||
| Vocational Graduate Diploma | Graduate Diploma | |
| Vocational Graduate Certificate | Graduate Certificate | |
| Bachelor | ||
| Advanced Diploma | Associate Degree / Advanced Diploma | |
| Diploma | Diploma | |
| Certificate IV | ||
| Certificate III | ||
| Senior Secondary Certificate of Education | Certificate II Certificate I |
Each qualification has distinct learning outcomes.
Vocational education and training sector qualifications
The vocational educational and training sector qualifications are as follows:
Diploma and Advanced Diploma
Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas provide high-level technical or management skills and offer credit to many universities in Queensland. These Diplomas can also assist in upgrading your work skills or assist you to enter or re-enter the workforce at a more qualified level.
Certificates III and IV
Certificates III and IV provide a broad range of skills within a variety of tasks and roles. These certificates can help prepare you for autonomous and supervisory roles within the workplace.
Certificates I and II
Certificates I and II are entry-level qualifications that provide preparatory skills, and application or knowledge at a basic level, primarily to provide access to work or education.
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