Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Governance
Diploma of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Governance
BSB50220
BFS7
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 19/10/2020 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who contribute their skills and knowledge to leading, monitoring and guiding the activities of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations. Individuals in these roles operate in two worlds; they have cultural obligations to their community as well as legal and financial obligations to the wider community and funding bodies.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = Twelve (12)Seven (7) core units plus
Five (5) elective units, of which:
- three (3) elective units must be selected from Group A
- for the remaining two (2) elective units:-
- up to two (2) units may be selected from Groups A and B
- if not listed, up to two (2) units may be selected from a Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma from this or any other currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course
- If selecting the unit PSPGEN049 Undertake negotiations, Registered Training Organisations should contextualise it to include situations relevant to negotiations undertaken by board members of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All seven (7) core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUL81 | BSBATSIL510 | Appoint and work with a manager | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUL44 | BSBATSIM505 | Control organisational finances | 100 | Unit of competency |
| AUL30 | BSBATSIM506 | Develop employment policies | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI67 | BSBATSIL511 | Lead the organisation's strategic planning cycle | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ18 | BSBATSIC412 | Maintain and protect cultural values in the organisation | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUH13 | BSBATSIL503 | Manage conflict | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUK97 | BSBATSIL411 | Undertake the roles and responsibilities of a board member | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Governance
Three (3) elective units must be selected from Group A
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUL93 | BSBATSIL512 | Be a leader in the community | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUL10 | BSBATSIM511 | Develop enterprise opportunities | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUH79 | BSBATSIC511 | Plan and conduct a community meeting | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ57 | BSBATSIM514 | Recruit and induct staff | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI58 | BSBATSIW514 | Represent your organisation | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUG93 | BSBATSIW515 | Secure funding | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B – Transferable Skills
Up to two (2) units may be selected from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVU2 | BSB50715 | Diploma of Business (Governance) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHK2 | BSB41021 | Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Governance | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil