Qualification details

Release 4.  Updated superseded general elective units.

Release 3 . This qualification released in the DEF Defence Training Package Release 4.2. Minor update to DEFMIL008 Display the attributes of Defence personnel.

Release 2 . This qualification released in the DEF Defence Training Package Release 2.2.

Release 1.  This is the first release of this qualification in the DEF Defence Training Package.

Additional qualification advice  

This is an entry-level qualification for the attainment of competencies relevant to working in the Defence Organisation.

Formal permission must be sought for use of the Defence logo or uniforms when undertaking training for this qualification.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

9 units of competency  are required for this qualification comprising:

• 4 core units  listed below, plus 
• 5 elective units .

Choose a minimum of 3 elective units  from the list below, of which 1  must be taken from Group A , 1  must be taken from Group B  and 1  must be taken from Group C. 

Choose the remaining 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 the 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.

Core units 

DEFGEN001

Work in a team

DEFGEN006

Work with equity and diversity

DEFMIL007

Participate in ceremonial activities

DEFMIL009

Integrate into the Defence working environment

Group A: Specialisation elective units (Communication) 

BSBCMM101

Apply basic communication skills

BSBCMM201

Communicate in the workplace

Group B: Specialisation elective units (Work Health and Safety) 

TLIF1001

Follow work health and safety procedures

BSBWHS201

Contribute to health and safety of self and others

Group C: General elective units 

BSBOPS101

Use business resources

BSBTEC101

Operate digital devices

BSBSUS211

Participate in sustainable work practices

BSBPEF202

Plan and apply time management

DEFMIL008

Display the attributes of Defence personnel

HLTAID011

Provide First Aid

ICTICT103

Use, communicate and search securely on the internet

MEM50009B

Safely operate a mechanically powered recreational boat

PSPGEN009

Work effectively in the organisation

PUAOPE013

Operate communications systems and equipment

SISOBWG201A

Demonstrate bushwalking skills in a controlled environment

SISONAV201A

Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment

SISOOPS201A

Minimise environmental impact

SISOOPS202A

Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site

SISOYSB201A

Demonstrate basic skills to sail a small boat in controlled conditions

Supersedes DEF10112 - Certificate I in Defence Force Cadets.