Course level
Certificate I courses in Australia
Every CRICOS-registered certificate i course delivered to international students in Australia, organised by state and city. Sourced from the official CRICOS register.
Certificate I sits at AQF level 1 on the Australian Qualifications Framework — a vocational education and training (VET) qualification recognised across Australia and by employers and registered providers internationally.
1 state & territory pages
0 city pages
1 total certificate i guides
Data: CRICOS register, April 2026
About Certificate I courses in Australia
Career outcomes
Certificate I (AQF Level 1) is an entry-level VET qualification introducing foundational skills. International enrolments are less common than Cert III/IV but appear in some pathway packages.
Popular providers
TAFEs and private RTOs. Usually meaningful only as part of a longer packaged pathway.
Duration & indicative fees
Often a few months. Confirm whether the award alone supports a Student visa period you actually need.
Registration & regulation
ASQA + CRICOS. Short low-level courses attract closer Genuine Student scrutiny — document your study plan carefully.
Certificate I by state & territory 1
Frequently asked questions
What AQF level is a Certificate I?
A Certificate I sits at AQF level 1 on the Australian Qualifications Framework. Use the state and city guides on this page to find CRICOS-registered programmes at that level.
Can international students study a Certificate I in Australia?
Yes — if the specific course appears on CRICOS and you hold a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from a registered provider. You will also need to meet Student visa (Subclass 500), OSHC and Genuine Student requirements.
How do I choose a Certificate I provider?
Compare CRICOS course codes, duration weeks, indicative fees, delivery city, and any professional accreditation you need. Start with the state or city pages linked below, then open individual course and provider profiles.