Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Government
Diploma of Government
PSP50116
AZZ0
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 07/03/2016 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
Description
This qualification allows for the attainment of competencies required for independent and self-directed work in the public sector. There may be supervisory responsibilities.
The generalist qualification is particularly suited to those working in an environment where there are a range of responsibilities which are diverse in nature rather than within a narrow specialisation and/or who work in small or regionally based organisations. Chosen elective units should reflect the responsibilities of the individual.
The injury management specialisation covers the skills required for working as injury management case manager in the public sector.
The workplace inspection specialisation covers the skills required for those responsible for the conduct of statutory investigation and enforcement requirements under any of the following legislative frameworks: work health and safety, workers’ compensation, injury management or workplace relations.
The policy development specialisation covers the skills required to develop organisational and public policy within the public sector.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Additional qualification advice
Where a defined specialisation is completed as listed below, the resultant testamur can be titled: Diploma of Government (field of study) e.g. Diploma of Government (Injury management).
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Eleven (11) units of competency are required for this qualification:- four (4) core units
- seven (7) elective units
- choose 1 elective from Group A Work health safety.
Generalist:
- a minimum of four (4) units from Groups B-E or from elsewhere within this training package
- choose the remaining electives from the list below or from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
Specialisations:
Injury management specialisation:
- four (4) units from Group B
- choose the remaining electives from the list below or from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
Workplace inspection specialisation:
- four (4) units from Group C
- choose the remaining electives from the list below or from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
Policy development specialisation:
- four (4) units from Group D
- choose the remaining electives from the list below 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 four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWU75 | PSPLEG003 | Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWV54 | PSPGEN047 | Promote diversity | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWW16 | PSPETH003 | Promote the values and ethos of public service | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWV48 | PSPGEN054 | Use complex workplace communication strategies | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Work Health Safety
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUL17 | BSBWHS401 | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUK29 | BSBWHS301 | Maintain workplace safety | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Injury Management Specialisation
Four (4) units must be chosen from Group B when completing the Injury Management specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWU88 | PSPINM014 | Contribute to a quality injury management system | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWU80 | PSPINM011 | Determine liability and negotiate settlements | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWU82 | PSPINM013 | Maintain and monitor service standards | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWU81 | PSPINM012 | Manage case direction and outcomes | 50 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Workplace Inspection Specialisation
Four (4) units must be chosen from Group C when completing the Workplace Inspection specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWS67 | PSPWPI001 | Evaluate workplace legislative compliance | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWS74 | PSPWPI002 | Facilitate improvement in workplace legislative performance | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWS75 | PSPWPI003 | Investigate possible breaches of workplace legislation | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWU55 | PSPMGT007 | Manage risk | 40 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D Policy Development Specialisation
Four (4) units must be chosen from Group D when completing the Policy Development specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWU16 | PSPPCY007 | Advise on organisation policy | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWU13 | PSPPCY006 | Develop organisation policy | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWU12 | PSPPCY008 | Develop public policy | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AWU11 | PSPPCY009 | Provide policy advice | 40 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E General Elective Units
The remainder of units may be chosen from Group E.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J301 | PSP50112 | Diploma of Government | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHO8 | PSP50122 | Diploma of Government | Qualification |
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