Certified Data Science Professional

Our Certified Data Science Professional course will prepare you for a career in this rapidly growing industry. In this interactive online course, you will be guided by experts in the field who will mentor you through the entire process, and you have the added advantage of taking the course content at your own pace. The course includes four Azure certifications from Microsoft – advancing through these, one by one, will build your knowledge of the core concepts of data science, and how they can be applied to the Microsoft Azure environment. The benefits of completing the Data Science Professional Certified course:

Flexible study – make your own experience

• Start Together, Finish Whenever: all students begin their studies at the same time, but after that you can move through the course content at your own pace (up to 12 months)

Multi-platform learning environments

• Access a variety of tailored learning experiences, such as video content, quizzes, expert-led labs, expert led webinars, Live Chat, networking and research

Mentorship with industry experts

• Connect with our carefully selected group of experts in the field, whose role is to mentor you through your data science course online content and help you connect with the online communities

Globally recognised certifications

• Launch your career with Microsoft certifications that are highly respected by employers
• Receive digital badges for your non-certification topics, which will also get you noticed on your employment journey

Networking opportunities

• Attend regular webinars by industry leaders to connect you with the most prominent figures in data science today

The Certified Data Science Professional course is made up of four Certifications, provided through Microsoft.  Each Certification is comprised of numerous courses:

Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals
In this online data science course, you will learn the fundamentals of database concepts in a cloud environment, get basic skilling in cloud data services, and build your foundational knowledge of cloud data services within Microsoft Azure.

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
This course will provide foundational knowledge on cloud concepts; core Azure services; security, privacy, compliance and trust; and Azure pricing and support.

Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals
This course introduces fundamentals concepts related to AI, and the services in Microsoft Azure that can be used to create AI solutions.

Microsoft Azure Data Science Associate
With this online course, you will learn how to use Azure services to develop, train, and deploy machine learning solutions.

Other Course Inclusions
Microsoft Learn Content

• Open Source Software (SQL, Python, R)
• Job-ready personal development skills
• Up to 60 hours of live labs provided by CloudSwyft to demonstrate world skills to hirers

AIICT has partnered with leading employers in Australia to develop a data science course that prepares you for a role as a Junior Data Scientist. The course content is developed with the latest content, certifications and multi-platform environments to prepare you for your career.

By enrolling in the course, you will be eligible to take part in the Industry Partner Program, where we connect you with those recruiting for front-line roles in the market.

The course requires no prerequisites; even if you are brand new to IT, with the right attitude and appetite to learn, you will be able to join the course.

You will begin your study in a cohort with your fellow students – from there, you will have twelve months to complete the course, entirely at your own pace.

Tech Requirements

While there are no prerequisites for the course, you will need to have access to a laptop or desktop computer with a reliable internet connection.

AIICT accepts no responsibility for personal electronic devices that are utilised for the course and undertakes no responsibility to investigate their damage.

Exams

The course includes four exams across four certifications that need to be undertaken in-person at a testing centre near you, or in an online proctored environment. Exam fees are included in the cost of the course. AIICT provides you with exam vouchers in order to register for these exams.

What happens next?

Here’s what you can expect after you’ve applied.

• A course advisor will call to chat about your course and answer any questions you may have
• You can go on to complete the online enrolment process or contact your course advisor with any questions you might have
• Once enrolled, you will be invited to attend an online orientation and you will be ready to start studying with the next cohort of students

The total course cost is $4,950 incl. GST.

Payment Options 

AIICT offers payment plans to support students through their financial obligations of studying. Two payment options are available: Full Fee and Payment Plan.

1. Pay Upfront 

Pay a once-off $4,455 fee.

The Full Fee includes a 10% discount – a saving of $495.

2. Payment Plan

Pay 8 monthly payments of $618.75 for the duration of the course.

If you have any questions about how payment plans work, simply reach out to our customer service team on 1800 515 110 or email us at [email protected].