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Diploma of Government (Policy Development)
Diploma of Government (Policy Development)
PSP51404
C813
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 07/03/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This specialist qualification covers the competencies required to develop organisation policy and public policy and to provide policy advice within the public sector. Electives should reflect the responsibilities of the individual and the job skills required for effective performance. Where a free choice of Electives is possible in the qualification packaging rules, electives may also be drawn from other Training Packages to reflect the work context and career plans of the individual.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
This qualification requires 11 units of competency including:- 9 core units
- 2 elective units
Choose 2 elective units 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 1 unit from Certificate IV level may be used
1. Core Units
All nine (9) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8243 | PSPPOL502A | Advise on organisation policy | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8242 | PSPPOL501A | Develop organisation policy | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8244 | PSPPOL601A | Develop public policy | 80 | Unit of competency |
| C8062 | PSPLEGN501B | Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8035 | PSPGOV505A | Promote diversity | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C7987 | PSPETHC501B | Promote the values and ethos of public service | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8245 | PSPPOL602A | Provide policy advice | 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. Elective Units
Choose 2 elective units from elsewhere within this Training Package, or another endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course
The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8247 | PSPPOL701A | Influence strategic policy | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8246 | PSPPOL603A | Manage policy implementation | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C280 | PSP50299 | Diploma of Government (Policy Development) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J312 | PSP51412 | Diploma of Government (Policy Development) | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to STARS by Central CSSN on 24/01/2006.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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