Online Mining Courses
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Advance your career with Online Mining Courses
- Access over 20 globally recognised technical courses to advance your mining career.
- Courses are developed in collaboration with leading organisations & industry experts.
- Build practical knowledge and skills through real-life case studies with tailored learning opportunities
- Choose from Professional Certificates, Associate Certificates, or Self-paced learning via live and on-demand sessions.
Course Calendar
Professional Certificate
JORC Code Reporting Online Course | Professional Certificate | AusIMM
Associate Certificate
Cost Estimation Online Course | Associate Certificate for mining professionals by AusIMM
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE
Metal Accounting Course | Professional Certificate | AusIMM
Enhance your technical mining skills
Plan ahead to advance your career
We offer a range of course types to suit your learning style
Professional Certificates
- An in-depth 8-week learning experience.
- Gain up to 40 PD hours and a digital credential.
- Engage in live and self-paced activities.
- Hear from industry experts and complete a formal assessment.
Associate Certificates
- Accelerated skill uplift in just 5 weeks.
- Live and self-paced activities, access to subject matter experts, and knowledge checks to test your understanding.
- Receive up to 20 PD hours and a digital credential.
Self-paced Courses
- Develop key professional skills validated by industry experts.
- Apply your new knowledge immediately in your current role.
- Complete courses in 1 to 5 hours, at your own pace.
Free professional development resources
Developed in consultation with industry experts
Advance your career with AusIMM's Mining Mastery Series
AusIMM’s Mining Mastery Series provides demonstrated recognition of your expertise, allowing you to showcase your skills and stand out in the mining industry. Earned through completion of select AusIMM courses, these verified digital credentials signal your commitment to professional growth and industry best practice. A Mining Mastery Series credential is more than just proof of learning – it’s a shareable symbol of achievement that adds instant credibility to your LinkedIn profile, CV, and email signature. Backed by Credly’s trusted platform, every badge links to a detailed record of your skills – helping you get noticed, get hired, or get ahead.
Mining Operations Professional
Build a comprehensive understanding of modern mining operations, from systems and infrastructure to optimisation and ESG integration. This series equips professionals with the technical and strategic skills to improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability across the mining value chain. Ideal for those working in operations, planning, or technical services.
Complete any three of the following courses to be eligible:
Mine Ventilation (Coming in 2026)
Business Optimisation for Mining
Operationalising ESG (retired course)
Sustainable Mining Practices Professional
Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to lead responsible mining practices. This series is designed for professionals committed to embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles across the mine lifecycle. Gain practical skills in mine closure planning, tailings stewardship, and ESG integration to drive sustainability and build stakeholder trust.
Complete any three of the following courses to be eligible:
Operationalising ESG (retired course)
Technical Reporting and Resource Estimation Professional
Develop the skills to confidently evaluate and communicate the value of mining projects. This series equips professionals with the technical, financial, and reporting expertise needed to support compliant, well-informed decision-making. Learn to prepare robust cost estimates, lead study processes, and produce clear, defensible reports aligned with JORC and VALMIN Codes.
Complete any three of the following courses to be eligible:
Mining Leadership Professional
Step into leadership with the skills to drive strategy, performance, and innovation in the mining sector. This series is designed for emerging and current leaders seeking to deepen their understanding of mining systems, optimise business performance, and lead with impact. Build capability in governance, workforce engagement, and operational strategy to advance your career and your organisation.
Complete any three of the following courses to be eligible:
Leadership for Managers in Mining
Business Optimisation for Mining
Enabling Optimal Performance (retired course)
Strategy and Governance (retired course)
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Frequently asked questions
What types of online mining courses does AusIMM offer?
AusIMM offers a comprehensive suite of online mining courses designed for resources professionals. Our programs include:
• Professional Certificates – 8-week industry designed, expert led online programs that build deep technical capability through structured, cohort based learning and formal assessment
• Associate Certificates – 5 week focused, online programs that deliver accelerated, practical skill uplift through a blend of live expert sessions and self paced learning
• Short Courses – 3–5 week online programs that build immediately applicable, industry validated skills through practical, expert designed learning
• Self-paced & on-demand courses – short, flexible modules covering specialised mining topics at your own pace.
• Masterclasses – targeted, expert led advanced learning sessions that deliver deep, practice ready insights on specialised mining topics
How long do AusIMM’s online mining courses take to complete?
Course durations vary by type:
• Professional Certificates: 40 hours over 8 weeks (6 weeks of learning + 2 weeks for assessment)
• Associate Certificates: 20 hours over 5 weeks, with four structured modules
• Short Courses: 3–5 weeks, depending on the topic
• Self-paced Courses: 1–5 hours, completed anytime at your own speed
• Masterclasses: 1-3 weeks, depending on the topic
This range allows mining professionals to choose training that fits demanding operational rosters and project workloads.
Are AusIMM’s online courses 100% online?
Yes. All AusIMM courses are delivered 100% online, making them ideal for mining professionals working remotely, on FIFO/DIDO rosters, or across global operations. Courses combine:
• Live virtual classrooms
• Recorded technical content
• Interactive learning activities
• Self paced modules
Are these courses self-paced or scheduled?
AusIMM offers both self-paced and cohort based online mining courses:
• Scheduled/cohort-based learning for Professional Certificates, Associate Certificates, and most short courses. These include live sessions and structured weekly content.
• Self-paced and on-demand learning where learners can complete modules anytime.
Most structured programs include a mix of self paced content plus recorded live sessions so you can stay on track, even if you work shifts or are based on site.
Who are AusIMM’s online mining courses designed for?
AusIMM courses are created for mining professionals across all career stages, including:
• Mid-career technical professionals looking to upskill
• Specialists in various mining disciplines
• Managers and leaders seeking capability uplift
• Consultants, project managers, analysts, and study managers
• Professionals needing competency in specific standards such as JORC Code or VALMIN Code
Every course is developed with industry experts to ensure relevance to real world mining challenges.
Can beginners or early career professionals enrol in AusIMM courses?
Yes. AusIMM provides options for early career professionals and those transitioning into mining from other industries.We recommend starting with our introductory, self paced course Breaking the Surface: An Introduction to the Resources Sector, designed for people new to mining.
Most other courses are aimed at people with some mining or technical experience, but there are no strict prerequisites unless specified.
Are AusIMM’s online mining courses suitable for international mining professionals?
Absolutely. AusIMM courses are accessed by learners from more than 70 countries across the world. Courses are suitable for:
• International engineers and geoscientists
• Global mining operators and corporate teams
• Multinational project and study groups
Many of our courses offer global case studies, international facilitators, and digital credentials valued worldwide.
What qualifications, credentials or PD hours do I receive upon completion?
Depending on the course type, participants receive:
• A digital credential, shareable on LinkedIn and recognised across the global mining industry
• A PDF certificate of completion
• Professional Development (PD) hours, recognised by employers and professional bodies
These credentials help demonstrate technical competency, meet CPD requirements, and support career progression within mining.
