Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Government (Financial Services)
Certificate IV in Government (Financial Services)
PSP40512
J287
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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 specialist qualification covers the competencies required of finance officers in 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
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this qualification:- eight (8) core units
- seven (7) elective units including:
- a maximum of one (1) unit from Group A
- at least four (4) units from Group B
- two (2) units from elsewhere within this Training Package, or any endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course. One unit may be selected from a Certificate III
level.
Units selected should not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
All other elective units must be selected from an equivalent qualification level or higher.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8032 | PSPGOV422A | Apply government processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8012 | PSPGOV402B | Deliver and monitor service to clients | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8061 | PSPLEGN401A | Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8241 | PSPPOL404A | Support policy implementation | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C7986 | PSPETHC401A | Uphold and support the values and principles of public service | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8022 | PSPGOV412A | Use advanced workplace communication strategies | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8116 | PSPFIN401A | Use public sector financial processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8018 | PSPGOV408A | Value diversity | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
A maximum of one (1) unit 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8064 | PSPOHS301A | Contribute to workplace safety | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C8065 | PSPOHS401B | Implement workplace safety procedures and programs | 35 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
At least four (4) units to 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4031 | FNSACC302A | Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D4043 | FNSACC505A | Establish and maintain accounting information systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D4037 | FNSACC405A | Maintain inventory records | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0709 | BSBFIM502A | Manage payroll | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D4082 | FNSCRD302A | Monitor and control accounts receivable | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D0705 | BSBFIA401A | Prepare financial reports | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D4036 | FNSACC404A | Prepare financial statements for non-reporting entities | 70 | Unit of competency |
| D4034 | FNSACC402A | Prepare operational budgets | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D4033 | FNSACC401A | Process business tax requirements | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D9438 | FNSACC407A | Produce job costing information | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D4120 | FNSFMK401A | Reconcile financial transactions | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D0706 | BSBFIA402A | Report on financial activity | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C791 | PSP40504 | Certificate IV in Government (Financial Services) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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