Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Government (Personnel Security)
Certificate IV in Government (Personnel Security)
PSP41712
J294
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 01/11/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This specialist qualification covers the competencies required for working without supervision in the personnel security area of the public sector. Where a free choice of electives is available these may be drawn from this or other Training Packages to reflect the particular work context or career plans of the individual.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this qualification:- seven (7) core units
- eight (8) elective units, including:
- five (5) units from Group A
- one (1) unit from Group B
- two (2) units from elsewhere within this Training Package, or from another endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course
Units selected should not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
All elective units must be selected from an equivalent qualification level or higher, unless otherwise stated.
For this qualification, a maximum of one (1) unit from Certificate III level may be used.
1. Core Units
All seven (7) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8032 | PSPGOV422A | Apply government processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8061 | PSPLEGN401A | Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8321 | PSPSEC405A | Handle security classified information | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8322 | PSPSEC406A | Provide government security briefings | 35 | Unit of competency |
| C8317 | PSPSEC401A | Undertake government security risk analysis | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C7986 | PSPETHC401A | Uphold and support the values and principles of public service | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8018 | PSPGOV408A | Value diversity | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
Five (5) units must be completed from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8284 | PSPREG416A | Conduct data analysis | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8320 | PSPSEC404A | Conduct personnel security assessments | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8021 | PSPGOV411A | Deal with conflict | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8279 | PSPREG411A | Gather information through interviews | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8027 | PSPGOV417A | Identify and treat risks | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8318 | PSPSEC402A | Implement security risk treatments | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8022 | PSPGOV412A | Use advanced workplace communication strategies | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective units
One (1) unit must be completed from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8064 | PSPOHS301A | Contribute to workplace safety | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8065 | PSPOHS401B | Implement workplace safety procedures and programs | 35 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXR4 | PSP41704 | Certificate IV in Government (Personnel Security) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships