Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Governance
Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Governance
BSB40220
BFS1
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 working as board members, contact officers and senior staff within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations. It also applies to public servants working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander boards of governance.
In these roles, individuals bring a wide range of knowledge, skills and experience to the workplace with an acute awareness that they 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 III, Certificate IV or Diploma from this or any other currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUL46 | BSBATSIM419 | Contribute to the development and implementation of organisational policies | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI83 | BSBATSIM417 | Implement organisational plans | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ18 | BSBATSIC412 | Maintain and protect cultural values in the organisation | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUL31 | BSBATSIM418 | Oversee financial management | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI92 | BSBATSIM416 | Oversee organisational planning | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUM48 | BSBATSIL413 | Review and apply the constitution | 40 | 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
At least three (3) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUH96 | BSBATSIC411 | Communicate with the community | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ54 | BSBATSIM412 | Implement a businesslike approach | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUK91 | BSBATSIL408 | Manage a board meeting | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUK68 | BSBATSIW416 | Obtain and manage consultancy services | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AUH89 | BSBATSIM420 | Oversee asset management | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUH92 | BSBATSIM414 | Oversee the organisation's annual budget | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ09 | BSBATSIL412 | Participate effectively as a board member | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUH24 | BSBATSIW417 | Select and use technology | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUK11 | BSBATSIM421 | Support a positive and culturally appropriate workplace culture | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B – Transferable Skills
up to two (2) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVU3 | BSB41915 | Certificate IV in 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