Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services
CUA50425
Education & trainingDiplomaNationally recognised
Level 5AQF level
15Units to complete
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
5Training providers
Aug 2025Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQF
Qualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (CUA50425, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Diploma; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our factsOccupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Assistant costume designerAssistant set designerAssistant lighting designerAssistant production designerAssistant audio visual designerWorkshop Manager (Sets and Props)Front of House ManagerFacilities Manager (Theatre and Cinema)Costume DesignerDepartment ManagerLine ManagerManagerLighting Supervisor (Productions)Production SupervisorProps SupervisorScenic Art SupervisorSet SupervisorSenior Stage Carpenter
Industries
Broadcasting ProductionAdvertising and MarketingAncillary Health ServicesArts AdministrationCostumes and MakeupEducation SupportEntertainment Customer ServiceEntertainment AdministrationLighting and SoundScenery and Set ConstructionStagingVisual Arts and Craft
Source: training.gov.au
As listed for CUA50425 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 factsWhat you learn
To finish you complete 15 units: 4 core plus 11 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.
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BSBAUD514Interpret compliance requirements
BSBCMM411Make presentations
BSBCRT413Collaborate in creative processes
BSBCRT512Originate and develop concepts
BSBESB401Research and develop business plans
BSBESB402Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
BSBESB403Plan finances for new business ventures
BSBESB406Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures
BSBFNG407Oversee asset management in an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisation
BSBHRM413Support the learning and development of teams and individuals
BSBHRM525Manage recruitment and onboarding
BSBLDR414Lead team effectiveness
BSBLDR522Manage people performance
BSBMKG431Assess marketing opportunities
BSBMKG441Develop public relations documents
BSBMKG541Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
BSBMKG542Establish and monitor the marketing mix
BSBMKG543Plan and interpret market research
BSBMKG544Plan and monitor direct marketing activities
BSBMKG549Profile and analyse consumer behaviour for international markets
BSBMKG553Develop public relations campaigns
BSBMKG555Write persuasive copy
BSBOPS402Coordinate business operational plans
BSBOPS405Organise business meetings
BSBOPS502Manage business operational plans
BSBOPS505Manage organisational customer service
BSBPEF501Manage personal and professional development
BSBPEF502Develop and use emotional intelligence
BSBPMG430Undertake project work
BSBPMG533Manage project cost
BSBPMG536Manage project risk
BSBPMG537Manage project procurement
BSBPMG541Manage complex projects
BSBPRC402Negotiate contracts
BSBPRC501Manage procurement strategies
BSBSTR402Implement continuous improvement
BSBSTR501Establish innovative work environments
BSBSTR502Facilitate continuous improvement
BSBSUS511Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
BSBTWK401Build and maintain business relationships
BSBTWK501Lead diversity and inclusion
BSBTWK502Manage team effectiveness
BSBTWK503Manage meetings
BSBWHS504Manage WHS risks
BSBWHS512Contribute to managing work-related psychological health and safety
BSBWHS521Ensure a safe workplace for a work area
BSBWRT411Write complex documents
CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
CPCCBC4021Minimise waste on the building and construction site
CPCCCM3005Calculate costs of construction work
CPCCLDG3001Licence to perform dogging
CPCCLRG3001Licence to perform rigging basic level
CPCCLRG3002Licence to perform rigging intermediate level
CPCCLRG4001Licence to perform rigging advanced level
CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
CUAACD312Produce computer-aided drawings
CUAACD412Experiment with moulding and casting techniques
CUAACD508Refine model making skills
CUAACD533Select and refine a specialised drawing technique
CUAANM313Create 3D digital models
CUAANM411Create advanced 3D digital models
CUABRD412Vision mix productions
CUABRT415Provide technical support during virtual and hybrid events
CUABRT502Manage and operate technical requirements for virtual and hybrid events
CUACAM411Shoot different screen content
CUACAM412Shoot screen content in a multi-camera environment
CUACMP511Manage copyright arrangements
CUACOS404Construct blocks for period costumes
CUACOS405Develop expertise in pattern development for costume
CUACOS411Make costumes for dance and physical theatre
CUACOS412Make costume accessories
CUACOS413Develop expertise in costume component construction
CUACOS501Make period costumes
CUACOS502Make character costumes
CUACOS503Create theatrical millinery
CUACOS507Construct costume corsetry and undergarments
CUACOS508Cut and drape complex period costumes
CUACOS510Realise costumes
CUACOS514Make specialised costumes
CUACOS515Coordinate costume manufacture
CUACOS516Manage an off-site costume department
CUACOS519Design costumes
CUADES511Implement design solutions
CUADES512Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief
CUADES521Design events
CUADES522Realise production designs
CUADES523Design virtual and hybrid events
CUADIG415Produce innovative digital images
CUADRA502Investigate drawing materials and processes
CUAFIM411Obtain revenue to support operations
CUAFIM511Source funding for projects
CUAFOH511Manage front of house services
CUAGRD502Produce graphic designs for 2-D and 3-D applications
CUAGRD515Design and manipulate complex layouts
CUAHAZ405Perform hazardous action sequences
CUAIND411Extend expertise in specialist creative fields
CUAIND412Provide freelance services
CUAIND413Communicate effectively with arts professionals
CUAIND512Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge
CUAINN511Adopt an innovative approach to creating production elements
CUALGT411Operate complex lighting
CUALGT412Implement lighting designs
CUALGT413Set up and operate lighting cues and effects
CUALGT511Realise lighting designs
CUALGT512Manage installation of lighting systems
CUALGT513Manage lighting operations for outdoor events
CUALGT514Develop lighting designs
CUAMKG511Manage the promotion of creative acts
CUAMWB401Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries
CUAMWB402Manage feedback on creative practice
CUAMWB403Prepare to work with confronting material and processes in the creative industries
CUAPAI511Refine painting techniques
CUAPAI512Investigate painting materials and processes
CUAPOS412Manage media assets
CUAPPM421Contribute to organising productions
CUAPPM422Organise and facilitate rehearsals
CUAPPM431Compile production schedules
CUAPPM432Coordinate production operations
CUAPPM433Coordinate touring arrangements
CUAPPM511Manage small-scale live productions
CUAPPM512Realise productions
CUAPPM513Incorporate creative and technical needs into management processes
CUAPPM514Manage bump in and bump out of shows
CUAPPR406Plan work space
CUAPPR411Realise a creative project
CUAPPR415Develop and discuss ideas for own creative work
CUAPPR512Develop sustainability of own professional practice
CUAPPR514Establish and maintain environmentally sustainable creative practice
CUAPPR515Establish and maintain safe creative practice
CUAPRP411Coordinate props
CUAPRP412Use casting and moulding techniques to make props
CUAPRP413Make props using mixed media
CUAPRP414Make prop furniture
CUAPRP415Construct mechanical props
CUAPRP511Design props
CUAPRP512Develop prop construction plans
CUAPYR411Manage health and safety requirements at fireworks displays
CUAPYR412Operate outdoor fireworks displays
CUAPYR413Plan outdoor fireworks displays
CUAPYR414Operate close proximity fireworks displays
CUAPYR415Plan close proximity fireworks displays
CUARES403Research history and theory to inform own arts practice
CUARES502Critique cultural works
CUARES503Analyse cultural history and theory
CUASCE411Create special effects for scenic art
CUASET401Make sets
CUASET412Construct mechanical sets
CUASET511Design sets
CUASET512Develop set construction plans
CUASFX411Create special effects items
CUASFX412Coordinate the logistics of special effects operations
CUASMT412Assist in stage managing rehearsals
CUASMT413Develop and implement production work plans
CUASMT511Stage manage productions and events
CUASMT513Develop and maintain production documents
CUASMT514Manage audition support services
CUASMT515Manage plotting sessions and cue calling
CUASMT517Assist in stage managing and calling performances
CUASOU406Develop and implement sound plans
CUASOU411Coordinate sound recording operations on location
CUASOU412Manage audio input sources
CUASOU413Manage audio system control networks
CUASOU414Manage wireless audio operations
CUASOU415Record sound
CUASOU417Edit sound
CUASOU418Edit dialogue
CUASOU421Mix audio for live productions
CUASOU504Produce sound recordings
CUASOU505Implement sound designs
CUASOU506Create a final sound balance
CUASOU511Manage audio operations for outdoor events
CUASOU512Manage operation of stage monitor systems
CUASOU513Develop sound designs
CUASOU517Compile music for soundtracks
CUASTA411Operate show control systems
CUASTA412Install and uninstall specialist staging equipment
CUASTA413Operate flying systems
CUASTA414Undertake arena rigging activities
CUASTA511Manage specialist staging operations
CUASTA512Manage show control operations
CUAVSS401Operate complex vision systems
CUAVSS502Implement vision system designs
CUAVSS511Design vision systems
CUAWHS312Apply work health and safety practices
CUAWHS313Apply work health and safety practices in a live production environment
CUAWHS406Interact appropriately with children in performing arts environments
CUAWOO401Experiment with techniques to produce wood objects
FNSCUS411Participate in negotiations
FNSORG501Develop and manage a budget
HLTAID014Provide Advanced First Aid
HLTAID016Manage first aid services and resources
ICTNWK529Install and manage complex ICT networks
MEM05037Perform geometric development
MEM09002Interpret technical drawing
MEM12023Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024Perform computations
MSS014015Improve sustainability through readily implementable change
MSTAT3002Develop patterns using basic patternmaking principles
MSTAT4008Create standard-size garment patterns from existing blocks
MSTAT4013Measure, lay up and cut bespoke garments
MSTAT4014Assemble and fit bespoke garments
MSTAT5013Analyse individual fit and make pattern alterations
MSTGN4025Use digital design tools
PSPGEN124Provide workplace coaching
PSPGEN125Support workplace coaching and mentoring
SITEEVT023Plan in-house events
SITEEVT025Select event venues and sites
SITEEVT026Manage event production components
SITEEVT027Organise event infrastructure
SITEEVT028Manage on-site event operations
SITXCOM010Manage conflict
SITXFIN009Manage finances within a budget
SITXGLC002Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law
SITXHRM008Roster staff
SITXHRM009Lead and manage people
SITXMGT005Establish and conduct business relationships
SITXMPR009Coordinate production of brochures and marketing materials
SITXMPR012Coordinate marketing activities
SITXMPR015Obtain and manage sponsorship
SITXMPR016Prepare and present proposals
TAEDEL414Mentor in the workplace
TLIA0003Complete and check import/export documentation
TLILIC0003Licence to operate a forklift truck
TLILIC0005Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)
TLILIC2014Licence to drive a light rigid vehicle
UEECD0007Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
UEERL0001Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply
UEERL0003Conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies
Source: training.gov.au
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