Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Government (Workplace Relations)
Diploma of Government (Workplace Relations)
PSP52112
J316
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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 qualification supports senior staff in a workplace relations environment. The candidate may:
provide information and advice of a complex nature regarding workplace relations queries
supervise and support front line workplace relations staff
conduct investigations into potential workplace relations breaches
The candidate may work in a department, organisation, division or business unit that provides specialist workplace relations services to employers, employees, union officials, industry bodies or other agencies. The qualification is also applicable for candidates who are working in a broader human resource management area and seeking to pursue a career path in workplace relations within government.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Eleven (11) units of competency are required for this qualification including:- five (5) core units
- six (6) elective units:
- a minimum of three (3) units from Group A
- up to three (3) elective units from Group A and Group B units, or from elsewhere within this Training Package, or 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 IV level may be used.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8065 | PSPOHS401B | Implement workplace safety procedures and programs | 35 | Unit of competency |
| C8062 | PSPLEGN501B | Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C7987 | PSPETHC501B | Promote the values and ethos of public service | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C7984 | PSPGOV504B | Undertake research and analysis | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8042 | PSPGOV512A | Use complex workplace communication strategies | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Workplace Relations Elective Units
A minimum of three (3) to a maximum of six (6) units to 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3725 | PSPWPR503A | Apply workplace relations dispute-resolution procedures | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D3719 | PSPWPI503C | Investigate possible breaches of workplace legislation | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D3724 | PSPWPR502A | Manage compliance with workplace relations legislation | 55 | Unit of competency |
| C8038 | PSPGOV508A | Manage conflict | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D3723 | PSPWPR501A | Provide advice on complex workplace relations issues | 65 | Unit of competency |
| C8041 | PSPGOV511A | Provide leadership | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D3726 | PSPWPR504A | Support resolution of complaints relating to workplace relations processes | 55 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B General Elective Units.
A maximum of three (3) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D371 | PSP52110 | Diploma of Government (Workplace Relations) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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