Modification History
Release |
TP Version |
Comments |
2 |
CSC12 V1.1 |
Equivalent imported electives updated. |
1 |
CSC12 V1 |
Primary release. New elective stream added for Intelligence. Imported units updated. Equivalent to CSC50107 from CSC07 V1.2. |
Description
This qualification allows for the achievement of general competencies and also specialisation in Intelligence operations.
The generalist qualification reflects the advanced skills that can operate across sectors and services. The qualification is designed to allow flexibility in the selection of core and optional units to promote broader organisational responsibilities.
Electives should reflect the responsibilities of the individual and the job skills required for effective performance.
The Intelligence stream reflects the skills required by Intelligence Officers operating in a corrections environment to interact with human sources, analyse intelligence information gathered through human sources and develop standardised intelligence products.
Additional qualification advice
Where a specialist qualification is undertaken as described below, an additional descriptor may be added to this qualification to illustrate the particular skills focus or discipline e.g. intelligence. For further information, see .
Pathways Information
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by the correctional services industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Skill |
Facets Aspects of the skill that employers identify as important. The nature and application of these facets will vary depending on industry and job type. |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Due to the high proportion of electives required by this qualification, the industry/enterprise requirements described above for each employability skill are representative of the correctional services industry in general and may not reflect specific job roles. Learning and assessment strategies for this qualification should be based on the requirements of the units of competency for this qualification.
This table is a summary of employability skills that are typical of this qualification and should not be interpreted as definitive.
Packaging Rules
8 units of competency are required for this qualification including:
- 2 core units
- 6 elective units
Choose a minimum of 4 elective units from the list below.
Choose the remaining 2 elective units from the list below or from elsewhere within this Training Package, or from another endorsed Training Package, or from an Accredited Course.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must be from an equivalent qualification level or higher.
Specialist qualification
8 units of competency are required for this specialist qualification including:
- 2 core units
- 4 specialisation units from Group A, plus
- 2 elective units from Group B
Choose the elective units from the list below. Alternatively, up to 2 electives may be selected from elsewhere within this Training Package, or from another endorsed Training Package, or from an Accredited Course.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must be from an equivalent qualification level or higher.
Elective units selected must not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
Core units
CSCORG501A |
Use information to make critical decisions |
CSCORG509 |
Manage effective workplace relationships |
Group A: Intelligence units (all units required for specialisation)
BSBRSK401A |
Identify risk and apply risk management processes |
CSCITL501 |
Manage human sources |
CSCITL502 |
Analyse information |
CSCITL503 |
Produce and review standard intelligence products |
Group B: General elective units
BSBHRM402 |
Recruit, select and induct staff |
BSBINM501A |
Manage an information or knowledge management system |
BSBLED501A |
Develop a workplace learning environment |
BSBMGT516C |
Facilitate continuous improvement |
BSBPMG510A |
Manage projects |
BSBSUS501A |
Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability |
BSBWOR501B |
Manage personal work priorities and professional development |
CHCCS521B |
Assess and respond to individuals at risk of suicide |
CSCINT501A |
Use therapeutic processes in groups to address offending behaviour |
CSCINT502A |
Use group processes to address offending behaviour |
CSCOFM501A |
Coordinate offender management processes |
CSCOFM502A |
Plan and review services to offenders |
CSCOFM503A |
Supervise offender management practices |
CSCORG404A |
Organise and chair meetings |
CSCORG405A |
Establish and maintain networks |
CSCORG406A |
Manage activities to meet client requirements |
CSCORG502A |
Represent and promote the organisation |
CSCORG503A |
Coordinate resource allocation and usage |
CSCORG504A |
Coordinate the implementation of change |
CSCORG505A |
Manage a work unit |
CSCORG506A |
Manage teamwork through delegations |
CSCORG507A |
Manage projects in justice and offender services |
CSCORG508A |
Determine the effective use of financial resources |
CSCSAS501A |
Plan responses to incidents that jeopardise safety and security |
CSCSAS502A |
Determine response to security risks |
PSPGOV505A |
Promote diversity |
PSPGOV509A |
Conduct evaluations |
PSPGOV512A |
Use complex workplace communication strategies |
PSPGOV519A |
Manage performance |
PSPOHS501A |
Monitor and maintain workplace safety |
PSPPM501B |
Design complex projects |
PSPPM502B |
Manage complex projects |
PSPPM503B |
Close complex projects |
PSPPROC506A |
Plan to manage a contract |
PSPREG501B |
Conduct prosecutions |
PSPSEC502A |
Develop security risk management plans |
PSPSEC503A |
Implement and monitor security risk management plans |