In today’s fast-paced world, continuous learning is essential to stay ahead. Our short courses provide flexible online learning, allowing you to enhance your skills without the lengthy commitment of traditional programmes.
Whether you're aiming to advance in your career, explore a new industry, or simply develop a new hobby, our short courses span a wide variety of subjects, from Administration to Childcare, tailored to meet your needs.
Study at your own pace with expert guidance, gaining practical skills that you can apply immediately in your personal or professional life.
83% of our graduates say their qualification improved their ability to get a new job or promotion
Our online course will teach you about canine psychology, senses and behaviour, and you’ll learn basic dog and obedience training techniques. This course will provide invaluable information for anyone who owns dogs, works with dogs currently, or plans to work with dogs in the future.
Unleash your creativity with our Landscape & Garden Design course. Explore sustainable landscaping, plant selection, garden planning, and hardscaping. This course equips you with the skills needed to design beautiful and functional outdoor spaces. Enrol today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in landscape design.
Keen to learn the key sales skills that can help you grow your customer base and reach new clients? This in-depth course goes through the most important sales skills required for sales and marketing professionals, and will equip you with an end-to-end guide to sourcing and closing sales to your key customers.
Grow your time management skills and discover how to apply strategies and techniques that can boost productivity and improve efficiency within your team. Access in-depth learning that will equip you with the time management abilities you need to deliver results for your employer and improve your personal output.
Are you eager to begin a career in graphic design? Choosing to study graphic design online can unlock a wide range of career opportunities in this field. By getting a graphic design certificate, you can demonstrate to employers that you have the skills to deliver projects and follow briefs.
Looking to turn your passion for wine into a career or a rewarding hobby? Our online Certificate in Winemaking gives you the skills and knowledge to master the winemaking process. From fermentation to wine classification, you’ll learn everything you need to create exceptional wines and explore exciting career opportunities in the wine industry.
Childcare is about much more than babysitting. Working in this field means being a professional caregiver with a breadth of knowledge and education you can use to help young people grow into healthy, happy adults. It means teaching children skills that will set them up for life.
We’re an internationally recognised online education provider, who partners with industry to deliver you the latest and most up to date content. We have over 15 years experience in online education and help change the lives of over 25,000 students every single year.
Upon successful completion of your course, you’ll be presented with a Professional Certificate by The Career Academy. This an industry recognised certificate which will go a long way to helping you get a new job or promotion. You’ll also be given access to our exclusive Career Centre and be eligible for a free CV Review.
Our professional tutors at The Career Academy are industry experts who are passionate about helping students succeed. They’re committed to providing exceptional online course support and personal tutoring to help you succeed. Throughout your course, you’ll receive unlimited tutor support via phone and email.
Administration, Management, Psychology & Counselling Tutor
Amoré is an Administration, Management & Microsoft Office tutor who works with The Career Academy to help students achieve their career goals. Amoré has a Bachelor of Arts Degree specialising in Psychology, English and a Certificate in Language Teaching (CELTA), along with many years of working within the administration and education field. These qualifications coupled with years of experience in various industries enables Amoré to provide the best education experience for her students.
When Amoré isn’t helping students to achieve the very best out of their studies, she enjoys travelling with friends , yoga, and creating artwork in her free time.
Administration, Management Tutor
Nick is a passionate Administration, Management, and MS Office Tutor, coming from a background of studying Criminology and Sociology. This was followed by years of experience in Administration roles based in many departments across an array of industries, before coming to TCA. With a passion for helping people, Nick likes to use his experience from these roles to help make a difference for students, assisting them on their road to upskilling towards a new role or career, and reaching their goals.
Away from work, Nick unwinds with his passions for sport, film, cooking, and music.
Pet & Animal Care Tutor
Rachel has over 20 years’ experience in the animal industry. She has owned her own grooming and training business and worked in a number of veterinary clinics. Her passion for animals is undeniable and she volunteers her time fostering and training for animal rescue charities and shelters. She has trained and been a mentor for many people who wished to work in the animal industry. Rachel is all about positive handling techniques and loves to see people succeed and follow their passion for working with animals.
Psychology & Counselling Tutor
Jessica graduated with a bachelor’s degree in health science majoring in Psychology. She has a passion for helping others, which has seen her work in varying roles, including as a health care assistant, telehealth advisor and now in education, helping students to achieve their academic goals. The highlight of her role is getting to chat about psychology everyday with students!! Outside of work, you can find Jessica hanging out with her horses, on an epic outdoor adventure or with my nose in a novel.
Psychology & Counselling Tutor
The opportunity to support and guide students who share the same interest in Psychology is what Angie loves about being a tutor at TCA. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Psychology, and a minor in Social Sciences. Whilst studying, she spent her time in customer service, and youth work in churches and the local community. She worked six years in the health industry alongside Speech Language Therapy in a brain injury rehabilitation that piqued her interest in the direction of education. The more we understand psychology, the better equipped we are in an evolving world. She has two young children who keep her on my toes and enjoys travelling both locally and overseas, immersing herself in new environments – what doesn’t challenge you, won’t help you grow!
Psychology, Administration & Management Tutor
Rita is a Psychology, Administration & Management Tutor with a bachelor’s in psychology. She has worked in administrative roles and as a behavioural therapist, along with over 5 years of experience working as a tutor. These experiences enable Rita to support students’ learning and assist them to achieve their career goals and gain new opportunities. Outside of work, Rita enjoys spending time with her dogs, hiking, traveling, and watching films and shows.
The Career Academy’s Accounting program opens doors to significant roles in both small businesses and large multinational companies. Our focus is on making you career-ready, preparing you for key positions such as:
The Career Academy is committed to helping you upskill so you can get a new job or gain a promotion. Upon enrolment, you’ll receive instant access to our Career Centre and benefit from:
We also offer extra job and career support for those that want to upgrade to the Career Success Bundle. When you upgrade to this, you’ll receive these fantastic benefits:
Read through our student’s incredible journies with us at The Career Academy.
Hiromi’s Journey into Bookkeeping
Hiromi found the perfect work-life balance after enrolling in The Career Academy’s Certificate in Bookkeeping. As a busy mum, the flexibility of online study allowed her to pursue her dream career while caring for her family. Upon completing her course, she secured a role with The Back Office Company and began her journey in a new profession.
Cameron’s Success with Mobile Dog Grooming
Cameron Young transformed his passion for dogs into a successful mobile dog grooming service. With everything from a full grooming table to a hydro-bath, he brings the salon directly to his client’s homes, making it easier for those with limited time or mobility. Cameron’s journey started with The Career Academy’s Diploma in Dog Grooming, which equipped him with the skills and confidence to launch his business.
Christine’s Determination to Succeed
Despite facing health challenges, Christine pursued a career in medical reception through The Career Academy. The Certificate in Medical Reception provided her with the skills and confidence to work in a medical practice, allowing her to increase her workload and achieve her professional goals.
Janet’s Passion for Dog Grooming
Janet followed her passion for dogs and landed her dream role in a grooming salon, thanks to the Advanced Certificate in Dog Grooming from The Career Academy. Her studies gave her the knowledge to expand her expertise, and she’s already planning to launch her own mobile grooming service.
Hannah Balances Work And Studies To Unlock Her Bright Future
Hannah wasn’t sure what career path to take, but after enrolling in the Certificate in Reception & Office Support at The Career Academy, she discovered her passion. Now working as a Sales Administrator, she’s continuing her educational journey with a Bachelor of Business.
Ashley’s Shift to the Medical Industry
Ashley transitioned from hospitality to the medical field after completing The Career Academy’s Medical Reception & Terminology course. Her newfound passion for the medical field is leading her to pursue further studies in midwifery, all thanks to the flexibility of online learning.
Once you enrol you will receive a Student ID card, allowing you to instantly prove your official status and access over 150,000 students discounts both in The Career Academy and around the world.
Key Benefits:
Short courses allow you to gain new skills or knowledge in a shorter time frame compared to traditional courses. They are flexible, convenient, and cover a wide range of subjects to suit your professional or personal needs.
Yes, our short courses are fully online, allowing you to study at your own pace. You can start anytime and fit your learning around your existing commitments.
Yes, after successfully completing one of our short courses, you will receive a certificate that you can use to enhance your CV and demonstrate your new skills to employers.
Our short courses cover a variety of subjects, including Animal Care, Business, Fitness & Health, Hobbies, and Teaching & Childcare, providing options for both career development and personal enrichment.
Our short courses are designed for professionals looking to advance in their field, beginners seeking to enter a new industry, or anyone interested in learning more about a particular subject without the time commitment of a longer course.
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