Your next course after you finish
Australia’s qualifications follow the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), which allows flexible pathways – you can move up from one level to the next as you progress.
How the levels connect
- Certificate IV – builds skills and knowledge for a specific field.
- Diploma – more advanced than a Certificate IV; prepares you for paraprofessional roles or further study.
- Advanced Diploma – the next VET level. Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses may also provide study credit towards a university degree.
- Graduate Diploma – builds on earlier qualifications or professional experience by specialising in one area.
Examples from our course directory
Leadership and management
BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management → BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management → BSB80320 Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership
Human resources
BSB40420 Certificate IV in Human Resource Management → BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management → BSB60320 Advanced Diploma of Human Resource Management
Business
BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business → BSB60120 Advanced Diploma of Business
Project and program management
BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management → BSB60720 Advanced Diploma of Program Management
English
General English → IELTS Preparation or English for Academic Purposes (EAP) – once you meet the English entry requirements for the next course.
Before you choose
Ask the college whether units you have completed can count towards the next course (credit transfer), and check intakes and entry requirements. We check the current details for you – book a free consultation or use the course finder.