Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Government
Certificate III in Government
PSP30112
J276
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 01/11/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This generalist qualification covers entry-level competencies for a career in the public sector, with a particular focus on meeting the ethical and legislative requirements of public service while undertaking a diverse range of work activities which are generalist in nature. Electives should reflect the responsibilities of the individual and the job skills required for effective performance. Where a free choice of Electives is possible in the qualification packaging rules, Electives may also be drawn from other Training Packages to reflect the work context and career plans of the individual. Please note that if all Electives are chosen from a single Competency Field (listed in Table 7), a specialist qualification may result. Requirements for specialisations are listed under the relevant Competency Field.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Eleven (11) units of competency are required for this qualification:- seven (7) core units
- four (4) elective units
Choose four (4) units from the elective units list, and/or
- from elsewhere within this Training Package, or another endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course.
Units selected should not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
All elective units must be selected from an equivalent qualification level or higher, unless otherwise stated.
For this qualification, a maximum of one unit from Certificate II level may be used.
1. Core Units
All seven (7) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8060 | PSPLEGN301B | Comply with legislation in the public sector | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C7999 | PSPGOV302B | Contribute to workgroup activities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8064 | PSPOHS301A | Contribute to workplace safety | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C7985 | PSPETHC301B | Uphold the values and principles of public service | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8008 | PSPGOV312A | Use workplace communication strategies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C7998 | PSPGOV301B | Work effectively in the organisation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C8004 | PSPGOV308B | Work effectively with diversity | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Four (4) units may be chosen from the elective units list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C767 | PSP30104 | Certificate III in Government | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZX1 | PSP30116 | Certificate III in Government | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.