Industry Skills Accelerator frequently asked questions

Industry Skills Accelerator micro-credentials are short courses, typically requiring about 40 hours of learning. They help learners gain knowledge, skills, and experience in specific areas that apply to various professions.

Course fees vary, and bulk discounts may be available. Email us for detailed pricing information at netm@wpca.sydney.

At Industry Skills Accelerator, we collaborate with industry partners to ensure our education programs are created by businesses, for businesses.

With a focus on in-demand skills, Industry Skills Accelerator micro-credentials are short, 40-hour courses that provide learners with valuable expertise. Completing one can help you explore further study options, whether it’s additional micro-credentials or a formal qualification like a certificate, diploma, or degree.

These micro-credentials can also enhance your existing training by adding specialised skills to your resume that may not have been included in your previous studies.

Industry Skills Accelerator micro-credentials are offered through a partnership model that combines vocational education, higher education, and workplace learning.

Leading education and training providers handle administration, develop content, and deliver courses with input from industry partners. This ensures the training equips learners with skills tailored to meet current industry demands.

Courses are delivered using face-to-face, online, or hybrid methods, depending on the skills being taught.

Our current micro-credentials focus on priority industries such as advanced manufacturing, transport and logistics, aerospace and defence, and agribusiness.

View our micro-credentials catalogue.

Our micro-credentials focus on key industries, including advanced manufacturing, transport and logistics, aerospace and defence, and agribusiness.

View our micro-credentials catalogue.

Some micro-credentials have prerequisites. Contact us to learn about eligibility requirements for specific courses.

Unlike formal qualifications that focus on a specific profession or trade, such as law or carpentry, Industry Skills Accelerator micro-credentials emphasise skills that can be applied across multiple professions, like robotics.

These courses target advanced industries, including advanced manufacturing, freight and logistics, defence and aerospace, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and agribusiness.

For details on current and upcoming micro-credentials, view to our micro-credentials catalogue.

Enrolments are handled by the education provider delivering the micro-credential. Contact the provider directly for your chosen course or reach out to us via our webform to confirm the course is right for you.

View our micro-credential catalogue for current offerings and provider contact details.

Industry Skills Accelerator micro-credentials are delivered by leading education and training providers, chosen to co-design and co-deliver each course.

Find full details on current and upcoming micro-credentials in our micro-credential catalogue.

Learning modes and assessment types vary based on the skills learners will gain by completing a micro-credential. Each course may use different learning approaches, so check the specific details for the micro-credentials you’re interested in.

Find full information about available courses in our micro-credential catalogue.

After completing your micro-credential, you’ll receive an email from noreply@skillspassport.nsw.gov.au at the address you used during enrolment. This email will invite you to access the Skills Passport. Check your inbox and spam folder for the email.

The email contains a link to activate your account and access your digital credential. The platform includes guides and videos explaining how to view, download, and share your credential on LinkedIn or other social media. Any additional micro-credentials you complete, regardless of the provider, will automatically appear in your account.

You’ll need the invitation email to use the platform. If you don’t receive it or encounter any issues, contact us or email Info@skillspassport.nsw.gov.au for assistance.