Online Courses Australia

Online Courses Australia: online learning with industry endorsement

Online Courses Australia (OCA) is an Australian distance learning platform that delivers online courses across more than eighty programs spanning dozens of sectors. Its model is based on self-paced study, with lifetime access to materials and interactive content, and is aimed both at people looking to retrain professionally and at those who want to acquire new skills or rekindle old hobbies.

Areas of study

The catalogue covers a broad spectrum of disciplines. Among the advertised areas are:

• Aged Care, Counselling & Community
• AI, Cyber & Software
• Allied Health & Wellbeing
• Animal Health and Veterinary Care
• Beauty, Lifestyle & Leisure
• Business, Retail & Entrepreneurship
• Criminology
• Dog Grooming, Pet Care & Dog Training
• Education & Childcare
• Employability & Future-Ready Skills
• Events & Hospitality
• Fitness, Health & Nutrition
• Horticulture Courses
• HR, Management & Communication
• Interior Design Courses
• Landscape & Garden Design
• Photography
• Real Estate Courses
• Social Media & Marketing Online
• Travel, Tourism & Aviation

The platform also offers unlimited access passes and a selection of featured courses.

Methodology and support

Learning is delivered entirely online and without fixed schedules, so each student progresses at their own pace. OCA provides one-to-one tutor support, available by email or phone Monday to Friday, as well as via live chat seven days a week. Courses are designed in collaboration with institutions, employers and industry experts, with the stated aim of imparting practical skills applicable to the workplace.

Recognition and accreditations

Online Courses Australia holds CPD (Continuing Professional Development) endorsement, allowing students to accumulate points: every hour of learning completed equals one CPD point. The company has also received the Docebo Inspire 2023 Learning Awards and, according to its own announcement, was recognised as a leader in customer experience at AFR's 2025 Customer Champion Awards. It also has a digital badging system.

Accessibility and payment options

The platform presents itself as an accessible and affordable option, with lifetime access for all students and flexible payment options. These include the possibility of paying in four interest-free instalments. The site also advertises a one-off promotion of $500 off.

Services for businesses and teams

In addition to its offering for individuals, OCA has a dedicated line of training for businesses and teams, with programs aimed at upskilling workforces.

Presence and contact

The company serves students in Australia and New Zealand, with separate phone lines for each country. Its activity is complemented by a blog, an on-demand podcast, a job portal and resources such as a career discovery quiz.