Modification History
Not applicable.
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply the skills and knowledge to work in local government.
These individuals work relatively autonomously and coordinate and supervise others. The work involves the self-directed application of knowledge and skills, and the provision of leadership and support to others.
Possible job titles include:
- Local Laws Inspector
- Para Planner
- Property Officer
- Rates Coordinator
- Technical Officer.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
12 units must be completed:
- 5 core units
- 7 elective units, consisting of:
- at least 4 units from the electives listed below
- up to 3 units from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course – the units must be relevant to the work outcome.
Specialisations
Packaging Rules for each specialisation:
- 3 Group A electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Local Government (Corporate Services)
- 4 Group B electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Local Government (Environmental Health)
- 3 Group C electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Local Government (Planning)
- 4 Group D electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Local Government (Property Management)
- 1 Group E elective must be selected for award of the Diploma of Local Government (Rates)
- 3 Group F electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Local Government (Regulatory Services).
Where two specialisations are completed award of the qualification would read Diploma of Local Government (Corporate Services, Rates).
The selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the complexity of skills appropriate to the AQF level of this qualification.
Core units
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BSBOPS505 |
Manage organisational customers |
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BSBOPS504 |
Manage business risk |
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BSBWHS521 |
Ensure a safe workplace for a work area |
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BSBXCM501 |
Lead communication in the workplace |
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LGACOR001 |
Work in local government |
Elective units
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Group A: Corporate Services |
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CHCCDE010 |
Develop and lead community engagement strategies to enhance participation |
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LGACOR007 |
Conduct community consultations |
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PSPGEN075 |
Build and maintain community relationships |
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Group B: Environmental Health |
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CHCEDU008 |
Share health information |
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CPPWMT4006 |
Monitor waste landfill sites |
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CPPWMT4009 |
Conduct waste audits |
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HLTPOP020 |
Work with the community to identify health needs |
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HLTPOP023 |
Build capacity to promote health |
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HLTPOP024 |
Develop a disaster plan |
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HLTPOP033 |
Identify pest control strategies |
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MSS024018 |
Perform sampling and testing of water |
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MSS025008 |
Monitor and evaluate noise |
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NWPGEN002 |
Ensure compliance with water industry standards, guidelines and legislation |
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PMAOMIR512 |
Establish incident response preparedness and response systems |
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PSPREG013 |
Undertake inspections and monitoring |
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PUAEMR007 |
Develop emergency management plans |
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SISCAQU001 |
Test pool water quality |
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Group C: Planning |
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CPPSSI5040 |
Source, collate and interpret spatial data |
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LGAPLA001 |
Interpret and apply development planning legislation, schemes and instruments |
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LGAPLA002 |
Perform minor development assessments |
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LGAPLA004 |
Identify native title issues relevant to local government |
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LGAPLA005 |
Protect heritage and cultural assets |
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Group D: Property Management |
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BSBCNV511 |
Take instructions in relation to a conveyancing transaction |
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BSBCNV611 |
Interpret a legal document and provide advice in a conveyancing transaction |
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BSBCNV612 |
Identify and apply legal requirements for a conveyancing transaction |
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BSBCNV613 |
Prepare legal documents for a conveyancing transaction |
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BSBCNV512 |
Finalise the conveyancing transaction |
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BSBCNV615 |
Interpret search results for a conveyancing transaction |
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CPPDSM4028 |
Identify and analyse risks and opportunities in the property industry |
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CPPDSM4031 |
Arrange lease of space |
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CPPDSM4047 |
Implement and monitor procurement process |
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CPPDSM5027 |
Provide facilities and amenities for property users |
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LGAPLA004 |
Identify native title issues relevant to local government |
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LGAPRO001 |
Interpret and apply property management legislation |
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LGAPRO002 |
Administer property |
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LGAPRO003 |
Administer and apply road legislation |
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Group E: Rates |
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LGACOR004 |
Review rates |
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Group F: Regulatory Services |
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LGAREG002 |
Provide evidence in court |
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PSPREG021 |
Coordinate investigation processes |
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PSPREG026 |
Review and evaluate investigations |
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Group G: General |
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AHCLPW506 |
Develop a management plan for a designated area |
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BSBLDR522 |
Manage people performance |
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BSBLDR601 |
Lead and manage organisational change |
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BSBOPS502 |
Manage business operational plan |
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BSBPEF502 |
Develop and use emotional intelligence |
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BSBPMG430 |
Undertake project work |
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BSBSTR501 |
Establish innovative work environments |
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BSBSUS511 |
Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability |
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BSBTWK503 |
Manage meetings |
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CHCMGT004 |
Secure and manage funding |
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FNSORG501 |
Develop and manage a budget |
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FSKNUM026 |
Read, interpret and use detailed plans, drawings and diagrams for work |
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HLTPOP013 |
Contribute to the implementation of a disaster plan |
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HLTPOP018 |
Develop a plan of action to address land care issues in the community |
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HLTPOP019 |
Apply a population health framework |
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LGACOR005 |
Represent council in the community |
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LGACOR006 |
Provide public education |
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LGACOR008 |
Provide advice to council |
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LGACOR009 |
Manage grants |
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LGAREG003 |
Manage conflict situations in a regulatory environment |
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PSPGEN049 |
Undertake negotiations |
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PSPGEN050 |
Manage conflict |
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PSPLEG003 |
Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector |
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PSPPCM001 |
Carry out basic procurement |
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PSPPCM007 |
Manage contracts |
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PSPPCY002 |
Assist with specialist policy development |
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PUACOM008 |
Develop and organise public safety awareness programs |
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TLIP5037 |
Develop workplace policy and procedures |
Qualification Mapping Information
LGA50712 Diploma of Local Government.
Links
Companion Volume Implementation Guide are available in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=0388d502-0fc3-49d9-a06e-c95893d7
