Killara High School Micro credentialing Hub

Welcome to the Killara High School Micro credentialing page!

What are micro credential courses?

In today's rapidly evolving world, micro credentialing offers our students a unique opportunity to acquire valuable enterprise skills that are essential for success in the future of work. As the global job market continues to transform at an unprecedented pace, employers increasingly seek candidates who possess a diverse set of skills beyond academic achievements. They want individuals who can adapt, innovate, and contribute meaningfully in a rapidly changing landscape.
Micro credential courses also enable students to explore careers and interests before committing to a formal tertiary course or job opportunity. 
Also known as 21st-century skills or transferable skills, enterprise skills encompass a range of abilities that go beyond subject-specific knowledge. They include critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, creativity, adaptability, resilience, and digital literacy. These skills form the bedrock for success in any professional endeavor, enabling students to navigate complex challenges, seize emerging opportunities, and thrive in an interconnected world.

Why are enterprise skills so crucial for the future of work?

The answer lies in the transformative forces shaping our society. Advancements in technology, automation, and artificial intelligence are revolutionising industries, redefining job roles, and creating new ones. The jobs of tomorrow will demand individuals who can leverage technology effectively, think critically in ambiguous situations, collaborate across diverse teams, and continuously learn and adapt to changing circumstances.
Micro credentialing provides our students with a pathway to develop and showcase these enterprise skills. By earning micro credentials in specific areas of expertise, students can demonstrate their competence, dedication, and passion beyond traditional academic achievements. These micro credentials offer tangible evidence of their capabilities and serve as a valuable currency in the job market, college applications, and lifelong learning journeys.
We are committed to helping Killara High School students navigate the world of micro credentialing. We provide a range of resources, information, and guidance to empower you in selecting, pursuing, and earning microcredentials that align with your interests and aspirations.

Micro credentialling courses available

The following are micro credentialing courses we are offering to students at the moment.
IMPORTANT: These courses are offered as an extracurricular experience for our students and must be completed out of usual school hours. We will assist you to start these courses, however, Killara High School does not run these courses and it is your responsibility to complete them. Some courses offered incur a fee and you must go direct to the vendor to pay for them. The school does not endorse the suitability or content of any of the courses and you must decide for yourself if they are suitable for your needs.

Micro credentialling course areas

Choose courses in your chosen area.

University & vocational preparation

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Collaboration

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Leadership

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Communication

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Digital literacy

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Sport

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Citizenship

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All micro credentialling courses

Here you can see all courses offered across all sections. 

Introduction to AI course (25 hours)

A$0.00

Provider: Helsinki University

Course duration: 25 hours


How do I access and complete this course?


  1. Click here to register & join this course.
  2. In the form you will be prompted to join the Killara Micro credentialling Hub Microsoft Team
  3. When you have completed your micro credential go to the course assignment link in Microsoft Team and submit your certificate


NB: only verified students at Killara High School will be added to the MS Team.


Course description:

In this micro credential course run through Helsinki University you will learn how AI is transforming our world and how to use this safety.


An Introduction to AI is a free online course for everyone interested in learning what AI is, what is possible (and not possible) with AI, and how it affects our lives – with no complicated math or programming required.
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Citizen science and global diversity (25 hours)

A$0.00

Provider: The Open University

Course time: 25 hours


How do I access and complete this course?


  1. Click here to register & join this course.
  2. In the form you will be prompted to join the Killara Micro credentialling Hub Microsoft Team
  3. When you have completed your micro credential go to the course assignment link in Microsoft Team and submit your certificate


NB: only verified students at Killara High School will be added to the MS Team.


Course description:

This free course, Citizen science and global biodiversity, deals with the importance of biodiversity and explores how anyone can contribute to and be involved in identifying and recording wildlife, as a citizen scientist. It looks at what citizen science is, and how citizen science facilitates public involvement in scientific research activities as individuals learn and build skills.


Traditional biological keys are introduced and online recording is demonstrated using citizen science techniques and practical activities using the www.iSpotnature.org platform. The course goes on to demonstrate how, once a species is identified, web resources can be used to research its ecology. The role of citizen science is illustrated through a number of case studies from across the world. Finally, the course concludes by exploring the impact citizen scientists are having on recording biodiversity around the globe.
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Exploring sport coaching and psychology (25 hours)

A$0.00

Provider: The Open University

Course time: 25 hours


How do I access and complete this course?


  1. Click here to register & join this course.
  2. In the form you will be prompted to join the Killara Micro credentialling Hub Microsoft Team
  3. When you have completed your micro credential go to the course assignment link in Microsoft Team and submit your certificate


NB: only verified students at Killara High School will be added to the MS Team.


Course description:

Have you experience of sport or fitness coaching either as a participant or a coach? Are you inquisitive about how sport works behind the scenes? 


In this free course, exploring sport coaching and psychology, you will explore the influence of coaching and psychology through the lens of sports people and teams who have been successful. You will focus on coaching practices used with young people and adults, including research and advice of leaders in their fields.


The course investigates how scientific and management ideas contribute to success, while also taking you on a journey through unique sporting case studies and insights that will change how you view and study sport. You will consider how the mind, the body, the environment and training techniques all contribute to optimum fitness.


After studying this course, you should be able to:

  • outline the influences of, and links between, sport coaching and psychology for those developing their abilities in sport.
  • describe different aspects of effective coaching and the way in which a coach may influence young people and adults.
  • compare the psychological characteristics used in sporting careers to those you might need to shape your own future.
  • reflect on your own sport or fitness behaviours, beliefs and practices and identify useful next steps for further development.
  • understand and be confident in your ability to study online.
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Learn to code for data analysis (24 hours)

A$0.00

Provider: Open University UK

Course time: 24 hours


How do I access and complete this course?


  1. Click here to register & join this course.
  2. In the form you will be prompted to join the Killara Micro credentialling Hub Microsoft Team
  3. When you have completed your micro credential go to the course assignment link in Microsoft Team and submit your certificate


NB: only verified students at Killara High School will be added to the MS Team.


Course description:


Free course. An introduction to data analysis and coding, using Python. You will learn how to clean, analyse, manaipulate and create visualisations of data.
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The business of film (12 hours)

A$0.00

Provider: The Open University

Course time: 12 hours

How do I access and complete this course?


  1. Click here to register & join this course.
  2. In the form you will be prompted to join the Killara Micro credentialling Hub Microsoft Team
  3. When you have completed your micro credential go to the course assignment link in Microsoft Team and submit your certificate


NB: only verified students at Killara High School will be added to the MS Team.



Course description:

Making a film is a creative endeavour, but it's also a business project. And just like any other business, most films are intended to make money.

This free online course, The business of film, will show you how film production works. It has been created with Pinewood Studios – the leading provider of studio services to the global screen-based industries.


Using the value chain concept and film case studies, with input throughout from individuals involved in making those films, the course provides a practical, in-depth exploration of how film financing works, and the key business decisions that are made along the way.

It addresses questions like:

  • Why do films fail?
  • Why are intellectual property and copyright important?
  • Why do films get public funding?
  • What is the relationship between marketing, box office returns and film success?

The course will examine these topics in the film industry as it stands today, as well as considering how further changes could impact the industry and its stakeholders.


After studying this course, you should be able to:

  • recognise the contribution of film to the economy and how this business model is changing in the digital era.
  • appreciate the impact of emerging platforms on the traditional distribution and marketing of film.
  • understand the processes involved in selecting and selling a film idea, given the changing concept of ownership in a digital world.
  • demonstrate an understanding of how films are financed and the opportunities emerging investment platforms have on film finance.
  • identify and understand the impact of future trends and changes on the film industry and its stakeholders.
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Business models in strategic management (10 hours)

A$0.00

Provider: The Open University

Course time: 25 hours


How do I access and complete this course?


  1. Click here to register & join this course.
  2. In the form you will be prompted to join the Killara Micro credentialling Hub Microsoft Team
  3. When you have completed your micro credential go to the course assignment link in Microsoft Team and submit your certificate


NB: only verified students at Killara High School will be added to the MS Team.


Course description:

In this free course, Business models in strategic management, you will be introduced to the theory and practice of business models as they have developed in strategy literature. In particular, you will explore the emergence of the business model idea, types of business models and how business models can be designed. 


Inherent in this course is the idea that, despite being more frequently used in business, business models are not limited to the business context. Neither are they meant for strategic planning in organisations only. Rather they may have wider applications in our lives. For instance, you will see how they can be applied to build strategies of your professional development and career growth. 


After studying this course, you should be able to:

  • recognise how to distinguish among, and make use of, different types of business modelsunderstand how to build a business model by using a business model canvas tool develop a business model canvas for professional development and career growth.
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Mastering your personal and professional growth (10 hours)

A$0.00

Provider: Open learning (Charles Sturt University)

Course time: 10 hours


How do I access and complete this course?


  1. Click here to register & join this course.
  2. In the form you will be prompted to join the Killara Micro credentialling Hub Microsoft Team
  3. When you have completed your micro credential go to the course assignment link in Microsoft Team and submit your certificate


NB: only verified students at Killara High School will be added to the MS Team.


Course description:

Mastering your Personal and Professional Growth will guide you towards being more efficient and organised in performing your daily tasks.

In this course, you will learn what it takes to succeed in your professional role and in your personal life. You will not only learn new skills but also explore opportunities how you can help others follow the same pathway. 


In this course, you will:

  • Apply time-management practices to enhance personal organisation to cope with stress and ensure a life balance.
  • Explore working in a mentor relationship to best develop skills and capabilities.
  • Identify characteristics of coaching, feedback, and delegation.
  • Apply techniques and tools to effective decision making and problem solving.
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Succeed with learning (25 hours)

A$0.00

Provider: The Open University

Course time: 25 hours


How do I access and complete this course?


  1. Click here to register & join this course.
  2. In the form you will be prompted to join the Killara Micro credentialling Hub Microsoft Team
  3. When you have completed your micro credential go to the course assignment link in Microsoft Team and submit your certificate


NB: only verified students at Killara High School will be added to the MS Team.


Course description:

Have you ever had any of the following thoughts? 

What do I want to do with my life? How can I reach my goal? Would I cope with studying at college or university? Can I get better at learning? How can I manage the challenges that life keeps throwing my way? 

If you are thinking about questions like these, succeed with learning is just what you are looking for. 


This course takes your life as its starting point, developing your awareness of just how much you have already learned and what you are capable of. It will suggest ways of 'fine-tuning', and building on, the expertise you have developed in your life. You will also learn some interesting theories about how we learn, and some of the key skills and tools to make your learning a success.


After studying this course, you should be able to:

  • understand how learning takes place every day.
  • appreciate the qualities, skills and knowledge you have already.
  • know better how to use computers for learning.
  • understand how reflection and feedback can help you make the most of your learning.
  • discuss some important theories about learning.
  • develop a learning action plan to help you move forward.
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Extending and developing your thinking skills (6 hours)

A$0.00

Provider: The Open University

Course time: 6 hours


How do I access and complete this course?


  1. Click here to register & join this course.
  2. In the form you will be prompted to join the Killara Micro credentialling Hub Microsoft Team
  3. When you have completed your micro credential go to the course assignment link in Microsoft Team and submit your certificate


NB: only verified students at Killara High School will be added to the MS Team.


Course description:

Diagrams, mind-maps, tables, graphs, timelines, flow charts, sequence diagrams, decision trees: all can be used to organise thought. This free course, Extending and developing your thinking skills, will introduce you to a variety of thinking skills. Asking and answering questions is at the heart of high-quality thinking. Questions naturally arise from the desire to know and learn about things and may be the starting point for a journey of understanding.


After studying this course, you should be able to:

  • feel more confident about studying.
  • understand any grades received and how to improve them.
  • overcome problems with reading and writing.
  • make the most of the opportunities a higher education course provides for developing skills.
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How to be a critical reader (7 hours)

A$0.00

Provider: The Open University

Course time: 7 hours


How do I access and complete this course?


  1. Click here to register & join this course.
  2. In the form you will be prompted to join the Killara Micro credentialling Hub Microsoft Team
  3. When you have completed your micro credential go to the course assignment link in Microsoft Team and submit your certificate


NB: only verified students at Killara High School will be added to the MS Team.


Course description:

In this free course you will focus on how to be a critical reader. Reading critically is an essential skill at university. It means being aware of your own purposes and opinions as you read and being able to recognise the writer's purposes and opinions in their writing.


After studying this course, you should be able to:

  • consider the importance of examining attitudes to texts.
  • understand the organisation of argument texts.
  • distinguish between facts and opinions in texts.
  • examine hedging as a technique used by writers to express opinions and avoid making unsupported generalisations
  • consider the importance of reliable evidence to support claims.
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