About this industry
Culture and recreation covers a very broad range of activities such as fitness, sports coaching and outdoor recreation to performance, visual art and music.
Arts and culture contributes over 6% of Australia's GDP and is a multi billion dollar industry. There are both creative and administrative roles in the sector.
Recreation is seen as very important for the well being of local communities and is funded by both local and state government as well as the private sector.
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Showing: 29 courses offered by 60 providers in 745 locations
Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation
Course ID: SIS20419
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$3,740.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $160.00
Delivery Mode
Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
3 - 4 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
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Entry-level employment
Certificate III in Outdoor Leadership
Course ID: SIS30619
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$10,670.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
6 - 9 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Entry-level employment
Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership
Course ID: SIS40621
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$13,870.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
8 - 13 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Mid-career employment
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Course ID: CHC30121
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$9,600.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
7 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Entry-level employment
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Course ID: CHC50121
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$11,470.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
18 - 19 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Mid-career employment
Certificate II in Animal Care
Course ID: ACM20121
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$4,010.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
5 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Further study
Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care
Course ID: ACM30321
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$7,730.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
9 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Mid-career employment
Certificate III in Screen and Media
Course ID: CUA31020
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$6,930.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
5 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Entry-level employment
Certificate III in Tourism
Course ID: SIT30116
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$6,140.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
6 - 8 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Entry-level employment
Certificate III in Live Production and Technical Services
Course ID: CUA30420
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$7,200.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
7 - 8 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Entry-level employment
Certificate III in Rural Operations
Course ID: AHC32816
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$8,810.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
7 - 8 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
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Certificate III in Tourism
Course ID: SIT30122
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$6,140.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
6 - 8 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Entry-level employment
Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Course ID: AHC31421
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$10,130.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
12 - 13 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Entry-level employment
Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Course ID: AHC51120
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$11,740.00
You could pay: $0.00
Delivery Mode
Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
15 - 16 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Mid-career employment
Certificate III in Animal Care Services
Course ID: ACM30122
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$8,540.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
6 - 8 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Entry-level employment
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
Course ID: ACM40418
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$12,010.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
17 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Mid-career employment
Certificate IV in Farriery
Course ID: ACM40818
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$14,410.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
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Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Mid-career employment
Certificate III in Sports Turf Management
Course ID: AHC31319
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$13,070.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
12 - 13 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Entry-level employment
Diploma of Sports Turf Management
Course ID: AHC51019
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$14,410.00
You could pay: $0.00
Delivery Mode
Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
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Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
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Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services
Course ID: CPP30221
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$8,540.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
6 - 7 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Entry-level employment
Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information Services
Course ID: CPP41721
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$10,940.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
9 - 10 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Mid-career employment
Diploma of Surveying
Course ID: CPP50121
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$13,610.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Online Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
12 - 14 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Mid-career employment
Diploma of Spatial Information Services
Course ID: CPP50221
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$12,010.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $1,000.00
Delivery Mode
Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
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Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
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Certificate III in Horse Breeding
Course ID: RGR30619
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$9,600.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
11 - 14 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
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Certificate III in Patisserie
Course ID: SIT31016
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$10,130.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
8 - 9 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Entry-level employment
Certificate III in Patisserie
Course ID: SIT31021
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$12,800.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Work-Based Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
8 - 9 months (full-time)
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
Entry-level employment
Certificate III in Performance Horse
Course ID: ACM30817
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$11,470.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Mixed Face-to-Face
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
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Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
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Outside School Hours Care
Course ID: 10983NAT
Full qualification
NSW Fee Free
Standard course fee:
$5,070.00
You could pay: $0.00 to $240.00
Delivery Mode
Online Mixed
Program Type
Full qualification
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
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Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
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Statement of Attainment in Maritime Operations (Survival Skills, Fight Fires Onboard Vessel, WHS and Survive at Sea Using Survival Craft)
Course ID: SG00005253
Short Course
NSW Fee Free
You could pay: $0.00
Delivery Mode
Face-to-Face
Duration i Indicative duration range based on actual student completion. For apprenticeships and traineeships, the duration includes study and employment under a training contract. A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
< 4 months
Course Outcome i Indicates expected outcome following course completion.
- Further study: This qualification will prepare you for further study.
- Entry-level employment: This qualification will prepare you for entry-level employment.
- Mid-career employment: This qualification will prepare you for mid-career employment. Previous education or industry experience may be required.
A dash indicates insufficient data is available.
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