52877WA Certificate I in New Opportunities for Women (NOW)
It provides generic and transferable entry level outcomes that support the individual pathway choices of a diverse range of learners.

This course remains FEE FREE in 2025! The course fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA State Government for WA residents.
Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on our Skills Ready page for further information.
* Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training.
Overview
Campus Denmark | Esperance | Busselton
When Semester 2, 2025 | Semester 1, 2026
Study Mode Full-Time | Part-Time
The Certificate I in New Opportunities for Women (NOW) is a well‐established Access and Participation program. This qualification is designed to support women in their work and career prospects. Enabling women to develop the requisite social, personal and employability skills to support their transition into work, further education and community participation.
The Certificate I in New Opportunities for Women (NOW) maintains an inclusive pathway for students. It provides generic and transferable entry level outcomes that support the individual pathway choices of a diverse range of learners.
If you're thinking about taking a new step in life, this course could be a great place to start. It’s designed especially for women who are ready to explore new possibilities in a safe, supportive, and empowering environment.
You might find this course a good fit if:
- You're curious about learning and want to explore future career options
- You’d like to build your confidence and skills alongside other women on a similar journey
- You’ve been away from work or study for a while and are looking for something meaningful—not just any job
Then this is the course for you.
This course is about growing at your own pace, with support every step of the way. To get the most out of it, it helps if you:
- Are open to building your confidence and reconnecting with learning
- Can communicate with others in a friendly and respectful way
- Are willing to listen, share, and try new things
- Have some basic digital skills—or are open to learning them (we’ll help!)
What is this course about?
This is more than just a course—it’s a stepping-stone. The NOW program is a well-established, supportive pathway designed to help you explore your strengths, build new skills, and think about your next steps—whether that’s further study, work, or something else entirely.
What’s the time commitment?
- Attending classes (on campus or online, depending on your location)
- Some independent study time (like preparing for class or completing small tasks)
We’ll help you plan your time, so it works for you.
In this course, you’ll get the chance to practice and grow skills that help you in real life and in the workplace.
Some of these include:
- Communication – Speak up. Listen. Find your voice again.
- Teamwork – Learn how to work with others, even when it’s hard.
- Problem Solving – Life’s full of challenges. We’ll help you build the mindset to face them.
- Initiative – Take small steps toward showing up for yourself.
- Planning & Time Skills – Learn how to manage your day, your tasks, and your future.
- Self-Reflection – Get to know yourself. What’s working? What needs changing?
- Learning & Tech – We’ll take it slowly. Learn to use computers and tech in a way that makes sense to you.
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Semester 1, 2026
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Indicative Fees and Charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of Fee Disclaimers
Units
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Core
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
NOWCDV102 | Research and develop a career plan |
NOWCOM102 | Undertake basic communication in personal or workplace settings |
NOWMGT102 | Investigate personal management strategies |
NOWTEC102 | Use a computer in personal or workplace settings |
Elective
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
NOWFIN102 | Handle personal finances |
NOWNUM102 | Use practical maths |
NOWPHS102 | Contribute to personal health and safety |
VU22409 | Investigate the legal system |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Indicative Fees and Charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of Fee Disclaimers
Units
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Core
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
NOWCDV102 | Research and develop a career plan |
NOWCOM102 | Undertake basic communication in personal or workplace settings |
NOWMGT102 | Investigate personal management strategies |
NOWTEC102 | Use a computer in personal or workplace settings |
Elective
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
NOWFIN102 | Handle personal finances |
NOWNUM102 | Use practical maths |
NOWPHS102 | Contribute to personal health and safety |
VU22409 | Investigate the legal system |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Indicative Fees and Charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of Fee Disclaimers
Units
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Core
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
NOWCDV102 | Research and develop a career plan |
NOWCOM102 | Undertake basic communication in personal or workplace settings |
NOWMGT102 | Investigate personal management strategies |
NOWTEC102 | Use a computer in personal or workplace settings |
Elective
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
CUAPPR211 | Make simple creative work |
NOWEMP102 | Prepare for employment |
NOWNUM102 | Use practical maths |
NOWPHS102 | Contribute to personal health and safety |
Semester 2, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Indicative Fees and Charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of Fee Disclaimers
Units
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Core
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
NOWCDV102 | Research and develop a career plan |
NOWCOM102 | Undertake basic communication in personal or workplace settings |
NOWMGT102 | Investigate personal management strategies |
NOWTEC102 | Use a computer in personal or workplace settings |
Elective
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
NOWFIN102 | Handle personal finances |
NOWNUM102 | Use practical maths |
NOWPHS102 | Contribute to personal health and safety |
VU22409 | Investigate the legal system |