Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Intelligence Operations
Certificate IV in Intelligence Operations
DEF40217
BDK6
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 21/10/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 17/08/2017 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification allows for the attainment of competencies in Defence intelligence operations including personnel working in operational roles, and undertaking and leading intelligence operations in a Defence or similar government environment.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fourteen (14) units of competency are required for this qualification comprising:- Six (6) core units listed below, plus
- Eight (8) elective units.
-choose a minimum of six (6) elective units from the list below, of which one (1) elective unit must be chosen from Group A, three (3) elective units must be chosen from Group B and two (2) elective units must be chosen from either Group B or Group C.
- choose the remaining two (2) elective units from the elective unit lists below or from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
All elective units chosen from outside this qualification must support learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level.
Elective units chosen must not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisite units specified are complied with.
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVR21 | DEFGEN007 | Conduct risk assessment in a Defence environment | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AWV75 | PSPGEN027 | Gather and analyse information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D2756 | PUACOM007B | Liaise with other organisations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BBD03 | DEFINT002 | Plan and lead a counter-surveillance operation | 0 | Unit of competency |
| BBC23 | DEFINT001 | Supervise intelligence operations | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AUK28 | BSBWRT401 | Write complex documents | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Specialisation Elective Units (Work Health and Safety)
At least one (1) unit 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCD85 | BSBWHS311 | Assist with maintaining workplace safety | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCD83 | BSBWHS411 | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Specialisation Elective Units (Protective Security)
At least three (3) units must be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODW59 | PSPINV004 | Conduct an investigation | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCD99 | BSBTEC402 | Design and produce complex spreadsheets | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWT40 | PSPSEC007 | Develop and advise on government security procedures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWT34 | PSPSEC012 | Develop security risk management plans | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BBC02 | DEFINT003 | Edit intelligence material for security purposes | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AWU78 | PSPINV003 | Finalise an investigation | 25 | Unit of competency |
| ODW26 | PSPSEC022 | Implement security risk treatments | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWU79 | PSPINV001 | Plan and initiate an investigation | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AVR17 | DEFGEN012 | Provide technical advice | 0 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C General Elective Units
At least two (2) units must be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCE91 | BSBPMG424 | Apply project human resources management approaches | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCE39 | BSBPMG425 | Apply project information management and communications techniques | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCE88 | BSBPMG428 | Apply project life cycle management processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCE96 | BSBPMG420 | Apply project scope management techniques | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVR25 | DEFGEN003 | Lead a team | 0 | Unit of competency |
| OCG20 | BSBCMM411 | Make presentations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODX56 | PSPGEN138 | Organise workplace information | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVR20 | DEFGEN010 | Supervise equity and diversity in the workplace | 0 | Unit of competency |
| OCE84 | BSBPMG430 | Undertake project work | 55 | Unit of competency |
| ODX68 | PSPGEN130 | Use resources to achieve work unit goals | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OAX50 | PUATEA002 | Work autonomously | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCE24 | BSBMKG555 | Write persuasive copy | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCR8 | DEF42112 | Certificate IV in Intelligence Operations | Qualification |
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