| START YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING COURSE ONLINE AUSTRALIA — NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING TODAY NCVE's Social Media & Marketing Essentials is a nationally recognised digital marketing short course delivered 100% online across Australia. In six weeks, you'll develop a real social media strategy, learn how to promote products and services, and produce professional written content — earning a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment along the way. Enrol today for just $370 with no workplace placement required. This online social media marketing course is built around doing, not just reading. You'll create an actual social media strategy for a simulated business, plan a promotional campaign, and build a portfolio of marketing work you can show to employers. These are the exact skills businesses across Australia are hiring for right now. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS SOCIAL MEDIA & DIGITAL MARKETING SHORT COURSE
You'll learn how to develop a complete social media strategy — identifying target audiences, selecting the right platforms, setting measurable objectives, and planning content that drives engagement. This is the unit (SIRXMKT006) that sits inside the Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication (BSB40820), giving you nationally recognised digital marketing credentials that employers in every sector recognise.Promoting products and services is covered through both traditional and digital channels, using the marketing principles that underpin the Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication. Written communication skills are developed throughout — from social media copy and captions to formal marketing briefs. Strong writing is the single most transferable skill in marketing, and this course builds it from day one. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
This online social media marketing course is ideal for job seekers targeting marketing assistant, content creator, digital marketing coordinator, retail marketing, or social media roles. It's also a strong choice for anyone running or thinking about starting a small business who needs practical digital marketing skills they can apply straight away.No prior marketing experience is required. If you're registered with an Employment Services provider — Workforce Australia, APM, atWork Australia, or similar — this course can count toward your activity plan. Units provide direct credit toward the Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication (BSB40820) and the Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business (BSB40320). HOW THE COURSE IS DELIVERED
The Social Media & Marketing Essentials course is delivered 100% online with trainer support, across six weeks from anywhere in Australia. All assessment is project-based — you develop a real social media strategy and promotional plan for a simulated business. Study on your own schedule, with trainer support throughout. No workplace placement required.
WHY CHOOSE NATIONAL COLLEGE OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION (NCVE) FOR YOUR MARKETING AND DIGITAL TRAINING?
NCVE's marketing trainers bring real industry experience into every session, and our project-based approach means you graduate with actual marketing work samples — not just a certificate. Whether you're entering the workforce or building your own brand, NCVE's nationally recognised online marketing training gives you skills that are immediately applicable in the Australian digital landscape.
WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE
Upon successful completion of this social media marketing course, you'll earn a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment covering three units of competency — valid Australia-wide and recognised by employers and further education providers. Units provide direct credit toward the Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication (BSB40820) and the Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business (BSB40320). Every NCVE short course includes free access to Thrive — our Personal Wellbeing non-vocational program. Thrive produces a Personal Wellbeing Plan, a Stressor Audit, and a Progress Reflection that your Employment Services provider can use as evidence toward a non-vocational progress payment under the Employment Services Deed.
COURSE UNITS
This digital marketing short course covers three nationally recognised units of competency — SIRXMKT006: Develop a Social Media Strategy, BSBMKG434: Promote Products and Services, and BSBWRT311: Write Simple Documents. Full unit details are available on training.gov.au.
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| Social Media & Marketing Essentials - Including Thrive NCVE's Personal Wellbeing Program | 31/12/2028 |
NCVE’s Social Media & Marketing Essentials is a nationally recognised social media marketing course online, delivered 100% online to job seekers and aspiring digital marketers across Australia. In six weeks, you’ll learn to develop a social media strategy, plan promotional activities, and produce professional written content — backed by a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment. At just $370 with Afterpay and ZipPay available, no workplace placement is required.
You’ll learn how to develop a professional social media strategy for a real or simulated business — selecting the right platforms, planning content calendars, and measuring performance. Promoting products and services effectively and writing clearly and professionally are covered in equal depth. You’ll plan and produce a promotional activity and develop professional written documents, building a portfolio of real work you can show any employer, in any industry.
This social media marketing course online is designed for job seekers targeting marketing assistant, social media coordinator, content creator, digital support, or small business marketing roles. It’s also ideal for anyone who wants modern, in-demand digital skills to add to their resume regardless of the industry they’re entering. No prior marketing experience or qualifications are needed.
Delivered 100% online with trainer support over six weeks from anywhere in Australia. Assessment is project-based — you develop a social media strategy, produce a promotional plan, and complete professional written tasks. No workplace placement required.
NCVE’s marketing trainers have real-world industry experience and keep the content current with what Australian employers actually need. Our social media marketing training bridges the gap between knowing how to use social media personally and knowing how to use it strategically for business — and that’s the skill employers pay for.
Upon successful completion, you’ll earn a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment covering three units of competency. Units provide direct credit toward the Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication (BSB40820) and the Certificate III in Business (BSB30120).
Every NCVE short course includes free access to Thrive — NCVE’s Personal Wellbeing and Resilience Program. Thrive is a structured program that runs alongside your vocational study, helping you build the mental and emotional resilience that makes a real difference in the workplace and in life. It covers stress management, building resilience, and maintaining your mental and physical health — skills that complement your course and set you up for long-term success.
Click any unit code to view full details on training.gov.au.
SIRXMKT006 — Develop a Social Media Strategy | Credit toward: Cert IV Marketing and Communication (BSB40820)
BSBMKG434 — Promote Products and Services | Credit toward: Cert IV Marketing (BSB40820) / Cert IV Entrepreneurship (BSB40320)
BSBWRT311 — Write Simple Documents | Credit toward: Cert III Business (BSB30120)
Full unit details: training.gov.au
✓ NAME : SOCIAL MEDIA & MARKETING ESSENTIALS
✓ TYPE : PROGRAM
✓ DURATION : 6 Weeks
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