Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Government
Certificate IV in Government
PSP40122
BHO9
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 03/04/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work in operational roles in the public sector, demonstrating autonomy, judgement and limited responsibility within established parameters.
The qualification, without specialisation, is suited to work in an environment requiring multi-skilled personnel or in small or regionally based organisations.
The specialisation streams of human resources, injury rehabilitation management, revenue administration and regulation, reflect the skills required to work in more specialist public sector roles.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fifteen (15) units must be completed:- four (4) core units
- eleven (11) elective units consisting of:
- one (1) unit from Group A
- nine (9) units from Groups B to F
- one (1) unit from Groups B to F, elsewhere in the PSP Training Package, or any other current Training Package or accredited course.
Any combination of units that meets the rules above can be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Government. Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.
Packaging Rules for each specialisation
- six (6) Group B electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Government (Human Resources)
- three (3) Group C electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Government (Injury Rehabilitation)
- six (6) Group D electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Government (Revenue Administration)
- six (6) Group E electives, including PSPGEN113 Exercise delegations and PSPREG033 Apply regulatory powers, must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Government (Regulation).
All elective units chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODW74 | PSPGEN111 | Apply government processes | 25 | Unit of competency |
| ODX31 | PSPGEN090 | Engage with stakeholders | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODW44 | PSPETH006 | Uphold the values and principles of public service | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODW70 | PSPGEN114 | Work effectively with diversity and inclusion | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units - Work Health and Safety
One (1) unit must be selected from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCD85 | BSBWHS311 | Assist with maintaining workplace safety | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCD86 | BSBWHS211 | Contribute to the health and safety of self and others | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OCD83 | BSBWHS411 | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units - Human Resources
At least nine (9) units must be selected from Groups B to F.
Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCE91 | BSBPMG424 | Apply project human resources management approaches | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCF90 | BSBHRM415 | Coordinate recruitment and onboarding | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OCE19 | BSBLDR413 | Lead effective workplace relationships | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCD50 | BSBPEF501 | Manage personal and professional development | 55 | Unit of competency |
| ODX02 | PSPHRM012 | Provide a consultancy service for human resource management | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OCF57 | BSBHRM412 | Support employee and industrial relations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCE09 | BSBHRM417 | Support human resources functions and processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units - Injury Rehabilitation Management
At least nine (9) units must be selected from Groups B to F.
Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCE48 | BSBHRM530 | Coordinate rehabilitation and return to work programs | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUS67 | FNSPIM415 | Manage personal injury case loads | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OCZ34 | FNSPIM434 | Manage personal injury claims | 55 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D Elective Units - Revenue Administration
At least nine (9) units must be selected from Groups B to F.
Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODW43 | PSPREV018 | Administer levies, fines and other taxes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODW51 | PSPREV014 | Assess applications for grants, subsidies and rebates | 15 | Unit of competency |
| ODW48 | PSPREV016 | Determine land tax liability | 15 | Unit of competency |
| ODW47 | PSPREV017 | Determine stamp duties | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODW49 | PSPREV015 | Evaluate returns-based taxes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODW40 | PSPREV010 | Identify and apply statute law | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODW53 | PSPREV013 | Interpret and assess contracts | 15 | Unit of competency |
| ODW54 | PSPREV012 | Manage information on legal entities, relationships and property | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODX01 | PSPREV011 | Undertake legislative decision-making | 15 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E Elective Units - Regulation
At least nine (9) units must be selected from Groups B to F.
Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODX38 | PSPREG033 | Apply regulatory powers | 60 | Unit of competency |
| ODX11 | PSPREG041 | Conduct surveillance | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODW71 | PSPGEN113 | Exercise delegations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODX39 | PSPREG039 | Gather information through interviews | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OCD84 | BSBAUD511 | Initiate quality audits | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCF01 | BSBAUD512 | Lead quality audits | 45 | Unit of competency |
| ODW95 | PSPREG047 | Manage regulatory compliance | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OCF72 | BSBAUD411 | Participate in quality audits | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODX12 | PSPREG042 | Receive and validate data | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCE62 | BSBAUD513 | Report on quality audits | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODW14 | PSPWPI014 | Represent and promote the organisation | 50 | Unit of competency |
| ODW73 | PSPREG043 | Undertake compliance audits | 50 | Unit of competency |
| ODX01 | PSPREV011 | Undertake legislative decision-making | 15 | Unit of competency |
| ODX44 | PSPREG032 | Undertake routine inspections and monitoring | 40 | Unit of competency |
7. Group F - General Elective Units
At least nine (9) units must be selected from Groups B to F.
Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZX9 | PSP40116 | Certificate IV in Government | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.