ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development)
Strengthen your knowledge in the Information technology field
Take the first step towards a career as a web developer with this course that equips you with the skills to design, build and manage websites.
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 Bunbury
When Semester 2, 2025 | Semester 1, 2026
Study Mode Full-Time
Take the first step towards a career as a web developer with our Certificate IV in Web Development. This program equips you with the skills to design, build and manage websites. You'll dive into web technologies, including HTML5, interactive design, animation and web programming in JavaScript, PHP/MySQL, and ASP.Net. Plus, you'll master responsive web design for mobile devices.
The demand for web designers is growing as businesses improve their online presence. In this course, you'll:
- Learn introductory programming techniques.
- Discover new web technologies.
- Solve client ICT problems.
- Contribute to cyber security.
- Collaborate in the ICT industry.
You'll gain practical experience and develop specialised skills to stand out in the job market:
- Website design and construction.
- Exposure to industry professionals.
- Web development skills for various roles and industries.
- Clear pathways for further studies and career growth.
Upon completion, you'll be adept at designing and technically developing websites, creating web pages, and addressing cyber awareness and website security. With this qualification, you can pursue a career as a freelance web designer or work in a design studio, meeting the increasing demand for skilled web developers.
To make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, please consider the essential skills and knowledge below. You must:
- Be technically minded.
- Have creative thinking skills.
- Enjoy problem solving.
- Demonstrate good written and oral communication skills.
- Have well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Well-developed time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks.
- Show your ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Show your Ability to follow instructions and Work Health and Safety procedures.
- Show tolerance, patience, and the willingness to work with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Time Commitment: You will need to allocate appropriate time to complete this course. This includes attending classes on-site and/or online as outlined in the study mode; and undertake independent study outside of class hours, including private study, assessment preparation, research, and complete assessment requirements.
Below are some of the important personal skills you will be required to develop and demonstrate during training. These skills are highly valued by industry:
- Communication: Engage effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, communicate ideas clearly, and foster trust and strong relationships.
- Teamwork: Work collaboratively, treat others with respect, and remain open to constructive feedback.
- Problem Solving: Proactively find solutions, engage with challenges, ask questions, and respond appropriately within your scope of practice.
- Initiative: Stay motivated, take initiative, and seek help when needed.
- Planning: Manage time well. Prioritise and complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Self-Management: Reflect on your performance. Acknowledge your success and take responsibility for your shortcomings.
- Learning: Recognise your strengths while embracing new knowledge and experiences to support personal and professional growth.
- Technology: Adapt to new tools, access digital resources, and integrate technology into your learning.
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Semester 1, 2026
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $170.20 )
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $170.20 )
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 |
|---|---|
| BSBCRT404 | Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes |
| BSBXCS404 | Contribute to cyber security risk management |
| ICTICT426 | Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices |
| ICTICT443 | Work collaboratively in the ICT industry |
| ICTICT451 | Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments |
| ICTPRG302 | Apply introductory programming techniques |
| ICTSAS432 | Identify and resolve client ICT problems |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| ICTDBS416 | Create basic relational databases |
| ICTPRG438 | Configure and maintain databases |
| ICTSAS434 | Action change requests and present updated ICT system to clients |
| ICTWEB430 | Produce server-side script for dynamic web pages |
| ICTWEB431 | Create and style simple markup language documents |
| ICTWEB432 | Design website layouts |
| ICTWEB433 | Confirm accessibility of websites |
| ICTWEB434 | Transfer content to websites |
| ICTWEB443 | Implement search engine optimisations |
| ICTWEB444 | Create responsive website layouts |
| ICTWEB450 | Evaluate and select a web hosting service |
| ICTWEB451 | Apply structured query language in relational databases |
| ICTWEB452 | Create a markup language document |
Semester 2, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $170.20 )
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $170.20 )
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 |
|---|---|
| BSBCRT404 | Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes |
| BSBXCS404 | Contribute to cyber security risk management |
| ICTICT426 | Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices |
| ICTICT443 | Work collaboratively in the ICT industry |
| ICTICT451 | Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments |
| ICTPRG302 | Apply introductory programming techniques |
| ICTSAS432 | Identify and resolve client ICT problems |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| ICTDBS416 | Create basic relational databases |
| ICTPRG438 | Configure and maintain databases |
| ICTSAS434 | Action change requests and present updated ICT system to clients |
| ICTWEB430 | Produce server-side script for dynamic web pages |
| ICTWEB431 | Create and style simple markup language documents |
| ICTWEB432 | Design website layouts |
| ICTWEB433 | Confirm accessibility of websites |
| ICTWEB434 | Transfer content to websites |
| ICTWEB443 | Implement search engine optimisations |
| ICTWEB444 | Create responsive website layouts |
| ICTWEB450 | Evaluate and select a web hosting service |
| ICTWEB451 | Apply structured query language in relational databases |
| ICTWEB452 | Create a markup language document |