Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting
Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting
PSP40616
AZW9
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 07/03/2016 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification allows for the attainment of occupational specific competencies for those responsible for the procurement of goods and services. It covers the broad range of skills required to operate without supervision in a procurement and contracting environment.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this qualification:- nine (9) core units
- six (6) elective units
- choose a minimum of one (1) elective from Group A Research and analysis.
- choose the remaining electives from Group B General elective units or from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect the occupational learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level. Seek further advice on selecting imported units of competency in the PSP Implementation Guide.
Elective units selected must not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
1. Core Units
All nine (9) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWV59 | PSPGEN043 | Apply government processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWU42 | PSPPCM005 | Develop and distribute requests for offers | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWU74 | PSPLEG002 | Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWV60 | PSPGEN042 | Exercise delegations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWV65 | PSPGEN038 | Identify and treat risks | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWU40 | PSPPCM007 | Manage contracts | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWU43 | PSPPCM004 | Plan procurement | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWU41 | PSPPCM006 | Select providers and develop contracts | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWW17 | PSPETH002 | Uphold and support the values and principles of public service | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Research and Analysis
A minimum of one (1) unit must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUK63 | BSBMKG408 | Conduct market research | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWV75 | PSPGEN027 | Gather and analyse information | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B General Elective Units
The remainder of units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWU19 | PSPPCY001 | Contribute to policy development | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWV63 | PSPGEN039 | Develop internal and external networks | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWU45 | PSPPCM002 | Dispose of assets | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AWU14 | PSPPCY004 | Support policy implementation | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUI91 | BSBPMG522 | Undertake project work | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AWV69 | PSPGEN033 | Use advanced workplace communication strategies | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWV24 | PSPGEN076 | Use public sector financial processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWV78 | PSPGEN024 | Use resources to achieve work unit goals | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J300 | PSP42412 | Certificate IV in Government (Procurement and Contracting) | Qualification |
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