Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Investigative Services
Certificate III in Investigative Services
CPP30619
BEX8
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 07/01/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 30/09/2019 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This is a qualification for investigators, responsible for factual investigation and inquiry work or covert surveillance operations. Investigators operate under limited supervision and use discretion and judgement to search for information about a person’s character, actions or work and gather evidence that may be used in court.
Occupational titles may include:
inquiry agent
private investigator.
This qualification provides occupational specialisations in factual investigation and surveillance, and a pathway to further learning and work in investigations management.
Investigators undertaking surveillance operations are required to operate a surveillance vehicle in compliance with road and traffic laws.
Legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to investigative services in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:Sixteen (16) units of competency
- five (5) core units
- eleven (11) elective units.
Electives are to be chosen as follows:
- all eight (8) units in Group A plus three (3) units from any other group not already selected, or
- all seven (7) units in Group B plus four (4) units from any other group not already selected
- up to one (1) unit may be selected from any Training Package, as long as it contributes to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and maintains the AQF level of this qualification.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBJ17 | CPPINV3027 | Develop investigation plans | 16 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ15 | CPPINV3028 | Investigate and locate subjects | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OAP83 | CPPSEC3124 | Prepare and present evidence in court | 16 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ13 | CPPINV3029 | Provide quality investigative services to clients | 5 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ16 | CPPINV3026 | Work effectively in investigative services | 16 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units: Factual Investigation
All eight (8) units may be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCG33 | BSBESB305 | Address compliance requirements for new business ventures | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AWW36 | PSPCRT007 | Compile and use official notes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ14 | CPPINV3030 | Conduct factual investigations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ12 | CPPINV3031 | Conduct interviews and take statements to support investigations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ10 | CPPINV3032 | Develop factual investigation reports | 8 | Unit of competency |
| AWT37 | PSPSEC009 | Handle sensitive information | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG740 | HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWT94 | PSPREG006 | Produce formal record of interview | 10 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units: Surveillance
All seven (7) units may be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCG33 | BSBESB305 | Address compliance requirements for new business ventures | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AWW36 | PSPCRT007 | Compile and use official notes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ11 | CPPINV3033 | Conduct covert surveillance operations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ08 | CPPINV3035 | Develop surveillance investigation reports | 8 | Unit of competency |
| AWT37 | PSPSEC009 | Handle sensitive information | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG740 | HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ09 | CPPINV3034 | Organise and operate surveillance vehicles | 8 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C: General Electives
Up to four (4) units may be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWO88 | AVIY3075 | Control remote pilot aircraft systems in normal flight | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCG32 | BSBESB402 | Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AUI99 | BSBSMB301 | Investigate micro business opportunities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OAP54 | CPPSEC3101 | Manage conflict and security risks using negotiation | 8 | Unit of competency |
| OCF73 | BSBESB401 | Research and develop business plans | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AUS27 | FNSMCA303 | Serve legal process | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D219 | CPP30607 | Certificate III in Investigative Services | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.