Data Entry Operator

Data Entry Operators input data into spreadsheets, databases, and specialist software programs. They are employed in all industries and work sectors to enter customer and sales information into the company CRM, process debtors/creditors, and maintain databases of financial records, students, inventory, company assets.

As a Data Entry Operator, you will be collating and filing source documents, ensuring the integrity of data through back-ups and security tests, running reports for senior analysts and managers, resolving discrepancies, and following up missing information. The focus of your job is fast keyboarding and accurate data processing.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $54,600
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a data entry operator?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business

Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 15 months
$950 - $4,361
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
ICT30120

Certificate III in Information Technology

Online
12 months
$2,880 - $4,499
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business (Administration)

Online
12 - 15 months
$2,880 - $4,361
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
FNS30322

Certificate III in Accounts Administration

Online
12 months
$3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB20120

Certificate II in Workplace Skills

Online
3 months
$750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business (Records and Information Management)

Online
15 months
$3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
PSP20122

Certificate II in Government

Blended
12 months
$3,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
FNS20120

Certificate II in Financial Services

On Campus, Online
12 months
$0 - $1,352
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT47121

Certificate IV in Hospital or Health Services Pharmacy Support

Blended, Traineeship
24 months
$5,500
  • At least 1 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Certificate III in Hospital or Health Services Pharmacy Support or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
  • At least 1 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Certificate III in Hospital or Health Services Pharmacy Support or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
ICT20120

Certificate II in Applied Digital Technologies

Blended, On Campus, Online
3 - 24 months
$0 - $13,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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