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Certificate IV in Justice Studies (Online)

Certificate I - IV.
CQ University Australia

350

in world overall ranking*

20

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This nationally recognised Certificate IV in Justice Studies provides an entry point to work in the justice system, building foundational knowledge across legal and justice contexts. You’ll develop practical skills relevant to policing and protective services, youth justice and related government roles, with a clear pathway into further study such as the Diploma of Justice Studies. This is an online Certificate IV qualification in law and justice. The programme introduces legal documentation, office procedures, and foundational legal knowledge for support roles.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue entry-level roles across justice and government services, applying core knowledge of legal and justice processes. Potential pathways include policing (state or federal), corrections, court and protective services, legal administration, investigations and youth justice support. The course also supports progression to further study in justice at diploma level. This is a Certificate IV qualification preparing you for law and justice careers. Preparing graduates for legal clerk, paralegal support, and compliance assistant roles, or degree articulation.


Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$5,540 per program

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Information

tick icon Duration

12 months

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Online

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10971NAT

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconINTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP - REGIONAL

25% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

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