ICTSAS526 - Review and Update Disaster recovery and Contingency plans
Prepare for disruptions with effective disaster recovery planning. Learn to identify risks, impacts, and implement recovery strategies, supporting business continuity and compliance in cyber threats and system failures.
estimated duration
40-60 Hrs (Self-paced). Learners are given up to 12 months to complete the course.
learning mode
100% Online
modality
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Assessments
This accredited course leads to a Statement of Attainment for ICTSAS526 - Review and Update Disaster recovery and Contingency plans, issued by South Sydney College (RTO Code: 45279).
Note: All assessments are aligned with the requirements of ICTSAS526 and reflect real contract performance management practices.
AUD $249.00 $330.00 25%
Discounted full fee until 31 July.
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What You'll Learn?
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Conduct business impact analyses (BIA) and assess critical ICT functions.
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Identify internal and external threats to ICT systems.
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Develop and evaluate comprehensive disaster recovery plans (DRPs).
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Apply cybersecurity and compliance standards to contingency planning.
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Review statutory and commercial requirements for continuity.
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Engage stakeholders in system resilience and incident recovery efforts.
Additional Learning Benefits
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Courses like this one can contribute to university credit and industry certifications.
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Many ICT units align with CompTIA certification, offering clear pathways to global recognition.
Topics Covered
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Business Continuity Planning
Identify Critical Functions Conduct BIAs Align Continuity Strategies Regulatory and Commercial Requirements
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System Threats and Risk Management
Analyse Internal/External Threats Apply Cost-Effective Risk Minimisation Techniques
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Prevention and Recovery Strategies
Design Data Protection System Hardening Strategies Conduct Cost-Benefit Evaluations
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Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP)
Develop Cut-Over Criteria Restoration Protocols Test Recovery Capabilities
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Contingency Planning and Testing
Build Flexible Real-World Response Plans Validate Through Drills Continuous Improvement
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
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Analyse ICT risk and system dependencies for resilience planning.
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Identify and evaluate threats to critical infrastructure and services.
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Develop, test, and update disaster recovery and contingency plans.
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Ensure compliance with Australian cybersecurity standards and laws.
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Safeguard business operations during ICT disruptions or emergencies.
Learning Pathway
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Essential / Premium Plan: Build your knowledge and skills with flexible, self-paced learning. Access up to 100 microlearnings across high-demand fields like business, IT, project management, and cyber security.
Complete the Learning Pathway
Microlearnings: Finish all microlearnings in this pathway to build practical skills and prepare for the accredited unit.
Go Further
Accredited Units (available via Professional Plan or pay-per-certification). Complete formal assessments to earn a Statement of Attainment for nationally recognized units of competency.
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Full Qualifications: Stack your accredited units to progress toward a full nationally recognised qualification.
Your Future Pathways
After completing full qualifications or selected accredited units, you can::
- Gain credit transfer to Australian universities toward a bachelor's degree (selected units only).
- Sit for industry-recognised certification exams (e.g., CompTIA, Azure, AWS, and others) in selected ICT units only.
- Enhance your employability skills with industry-ready credentials.
*Credit transfer and certification opportunities are available for selected units only.
Certificates Included
Australian Accredited Certification (AQF Certificate)
(Available through formal qualification pathway - Professional Track)
Statement of Attainment for accredited unit
(Unlock when you add Accredited Certification or Professional Track)
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(Essential & Premium)
AUD $249.00 $330.00 25%
Discounted full fee until 31 July.
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