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Operate a Small Business Skill Set

Operate a Small Business Skill Set

State ID AE617

Self-made starts here.

Learn the ins and outs of running your own business and gain the skills and knowledge to take your operation to new heights. Go forward with efficiency, confidence and expertise towards a successful small business.

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This course remains FEE FREE in 2024! 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: Eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training.

This course is available online. 

^ Online availability varies at each campus. Some qualifications may require practical training and assessments to be done in person.

This skill set is part of the Skills Ready program. Other skill sets can be found on our Course List (opens in a new tab) page.

CampusesGeraldton. Kalgoorlie. Moora. Northam.

When Available all year round.

Study Mode Online. Online and on campus.

Learn the skills for business success. 

If you own a small business or would like to open a business this course gives you a range of skills to help you develop processes to ensure your business thrives.

Learn about producing business documents, small business practices, WHS laws, and how to use social media to your advantage.

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Available all year round, 2024

Details

Duration 6 Months
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Geraldton
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $0.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $0.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )

Units and fees

To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all five (5) units of competence listed below. 

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBESB403 Plan finances for new business ventures $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBWHS307 Apply knowledge of WHS laws in the workplace $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
ICTWEB306 Develop web presence using social media $0.00 $0.00 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Details

Duration 6 Months
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Kalgoorlie
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $0.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $0.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )

Units and fees

To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all five (5) units of competence listed below. 

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBESB403 Plan finances for new business ventures $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBWHS307 Apply knowledge of WHS laws in the workplace $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
ICTWEB306 Develop web presence using social media $0.00 $0.00 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Details

Duration 6 Months
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Moora
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $0.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $0.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )

Units and fees

To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all five (5) units of competence listed below. 

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBESB403 Plan finances for new business ventures $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBWHS307 Apply knowledge of WHS laws in the workplace $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
ICTWEB306 Develop web presence using social media $0.00 $0.00 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Details

Duration 6 Months
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Northam
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $0.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $0.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )

Units and fees

To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all five (5) units of competence listed below. 

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBESB403 Plan finances for new business ventures $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBWHS307 Apply knowledge of WHS laws in the workplace $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
ICTWEB306 Develop web presence using social media $0.00 $0.00 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Details

Duration 6 Months
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Geraldton
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $0.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $0.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )

Units and fees

To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all five (5) units of competence listed below. 

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
BSBESB403 Plan finances for new business ventures $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
BSBWHS307 Apply knowledge of WHS laws in the workplace $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
ICTWEB306 Develop web presence using social media $0.00 $0.00 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

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