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Service Delivery pathway

Step into IT as a Service Desk Analyst

Embarking on a career in IT can be daunting but the Service Delivery Pathway is a great place to start.

Perfect for anyone new to tech, the pathway introduces the fundamentals of IT and networking before homing in on specific knowledge around service desk analysis.

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Is the Service Delivery pathway for me?
Login to the Potential platform and complete your aptitude testing to see how well-suited you are to a career as a Service Desk Analyst.
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What will this training prepare me for?
In this pathway, you'll learn the foundations of IT and networking including practical network implementation. You'll also learn how to provide effective IT support and resolve basic network, hardware and software issues.

You will finish this course with the knowledge required for an entry-level role as a Service Desk Analyst.

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IT Fundamentals

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Duration: 3.5 hrs
Prerequisites: NIL

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This is a great course to complete if you are considering a career in technology.

It will give an overview of:

  • Hardware
  • Software
  • Operating systems
  • IT horizon topics
Difficulty: Beginner
Assessments: Formative quizzes
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Networking Fundamentals

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Duration: 8-12 hrs
Prerequisites: NIL

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This course provides an overview of the introductory topics for basic networking and is designed to teach you how computer networks operate, from a small local area network through to the wider internet.

Delve into the purpose of networks and how we benefit from these technologies, understand network address structures of IPv4 and IPv6 and common hardware like switches, routers and cabling. Plus, learn other essential parts that make networks work including the OSI model, common network services, wireless networks and more. 

Difficulty: Beginner
Assessments: Formative quizzes & final summative assessment
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Networking Practical

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Duration: 4 hrs
Prerequisites: NIL

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In this practical course you will learn how to configure a router and switch.

Difficulty: Beginner
Assessments: Formative quizzes
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Service Desk Analyst

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Duration: 10 hrs
Prerequisites: NIL

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The updated Service Desk Analyst course is the perfect entry point for those new to IT and interested in pursuing a career in IT service delivery. This course will teach you what you can expect as a Service Desk Analyst, common troubleshooting practices and methodologies, plus the tools you’ll be using on the job.

Difficulty: Beginner
Assessments: Formative quizzes

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Service Delivery pathway in action

Really enjoyed this course. I was unsure at the start if I should choose it, was great.
Jennifer M
Service Desk Analyst
This course was really good for a beginner like me. The most important information was keywords on the slide, they always help me.
Maureen P
Service Desk Analyst
Provides a toolset that can be utilized by a beginner Service Desk Analyst, and a great foundation to build upon.
Joseph T
Service Desk Analyst
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Vicki Matheson

After signing up to WithYouWithMe's Potential platform and completing the psychometric and aptitude assessments, Vicki was identified as a strong candidate for a career as a Service Desk Analyst.
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Christian Sandaljian

Formerly a Psychological Examiner for the Australian Army Psychology Corps, Christian adapted his capabilities to the tech sector and secured a role at Rabobank Australia.
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Victoria Fraser

Through WithYouWithMe, Victoria secured a role through the Cyber Workforce Enablement Program as a System Analyst within the Canadian Federal Government.
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