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Certificate III in Government

PSP30122
Business & adminCertificate IIINationally recognised
Level 3AQF level
13Units to complete
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
8Training providers
Apr 2022Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (PSP30122, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Certificate III; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Careers this can lead to

This course is a recognised way into 5 careers. Each one opens that career's page: pay, outlook and how to get in.

Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Quarantine InspectorTipstaffSenior Customs OfficerSheriffAdministrative AssistantBench ClerkBorder Protection OfficerGovernment Personnel Security Officer (Basic)Government Security Officer (Basic)Immigration OfficerCourt Security Assistant
Industries
Border ProtectionCourtsGovernment Security ManagementLocal Government AdministrationPublic Administration
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for PSP30122 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our facts

What you learn

To finish you complete 13 units: 4 core plus 9 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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BSBPEF302Develop self-awareness
BSBWHS211Contribute to the health and safety of self and others
BSBWHS311Assist with maintaining workplace safety
CSCSAS001Maintain security
CSCSAS005Contain incidents that jeopardise safety and security
CSCSAS022Conduct searches
CSCTRA001Maintain security during escort
PSPBDR016Conduct patrols
PSPBDR018Examine and test firearms
PSPCRT026Record court proceedings
PSPCRT027Perform duties to support a hearing
PSPCRT028Manage witnesses
PSPCRT029Compile and use official notes
PSPETH006Uphold the values and principles of public service
PSPGEN089Address client needs
PSPGEN093Implement change
PSPGEN096Use workplace communication strategies
PSPGEN097Contribute to conflict management
PSPGEN107Access and use resources and financial systems
PSPGEN114Work effectively with diversity and inclusion
PSPGEN121Work with a coach or mentor
PSPGEN122Give and receive workplace feedback
PSPGEN133Identify and treat risks
PSPGEN138Organise workplace information
PSPGEN139Compose workplace documents
PSPGEN145Work effectively in the organisation
PSPGEN146Contribute to workgroup activities
PSPGEN147Build and maintain internal networks
PSPLEG005Comply with legislation in the public sector
PSPLND013Investigate tenure and land use history
PSPLND014Compile and check survey plans
PSPPCM028Carry out basic procurement
PSPREG032Undertake routine inspections and monitoring
PSPREG033Apply regulatory powers
PSPREG035Produce formal record of interview
PSPREG037Conduct search and seizure
PSPREG039Gather information through interviews
PSPREG042Receive and validate data
PSPSEC018Secure government assets
PSPSEC019Respond to government security incidents
PSPSEC020Conduct security awareness sessions
PSPSEC021Undertake government security risk analysis
PSPSEC022Implement security risk treatments
PSPSEC023Conduct personnel security assessments
PSPSEC024Handle sensitive information
PUAFER001Identify, prevent and report potential facility emergency situations
PUAFER004Respond to facility emergencies
PUAFER008Confine small emergencies in a facility
PUAOPE013Operate communications systems and equipment
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the PSP30122 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Who offers it

8 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.

Academic PavilionBased in NSW · Registered since 2008→
ACCESS COACHINGBased in WA · Registered since 1996→
aEX InstituteBased in NSW · Registered since 2003→
Aspire Performance TrainingBased in WA · Registered since 2008→
CHURCHILL EDUCATIONBased in QLD · Registered since 2007→
CLET TrainingBased in QLD · Registered since 2006→
Public Sector Training Solutions Pty LtdBased in WA · Registered since 2009→
TAFE SABased in SA · Registered since 2014→

Providers are listed alphabetically. A listing is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and providers do not pay to appear. Based-in shows each provider's registered head office; most providers deliver online Australia-wide. The → link opens the provider's page on this site, which links to their own website. Contact the provider for current intakes, fees and study modes.