Course level

Certificate II courses in Australia

Every CRICOS-registered certificate ii course delivered to international students in Australia, organised by state and city. Sourced from the official CRICOS register.

Certificate Ii sits at AQF level 2 on the Australian Qualifications Framework — a vocational education and training (VET) qualification recognised across Australia and by employers and registered providers internationally.

7 state & territory pages
0 city pages
7 total certificate ii guides
Data: CRICOS register, April 2026

About Certificate II courses in Australia

Career outcomes

Certificate II (AQF Level 2) builds basic vocational skills and is sometimes used as a stepping stone into Certificate III trade or care programmes.

Popular providers

TAFEs and private RTOs on CRICOS. Prefer providers that publish a clear Cert II → Cert III pathway.

Duration & indicative fees

Often under 12 months. Watch packaging with English programmes.

Registration & regulation

VET quality framework + CRICOS registration required for international students.

Certificate II by state & territory 7

Frequently asked questions

What AQF level is a Certificate II?
A Certificate II sits at AQF level 2 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 II 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 II 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.

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