Qualification Outline

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Certificate III in Investigative Services

Certificate III in Investigative Services

Qualification
National Code:
CPP30619
State Code:
BEX8
TGA Status:
Current
DTWD Status:
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0999 - Other Society And Culture
Original TGA Release Date
30/09/2019
Approved Date
16/04/2021
Stream of Study
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
394
Duration
1 Semester
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
07/01/2021
VET Act Conditions
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
No information
Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No information