Modification History
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TP version |
Comments |
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LGA04 V3 |
New qualification. |
Description
The Diploma of Local Government qualifies individuals who apply integrated technical and theoretical concepts in a broad range of contexts to undertake advanced skilled or paraprofessional work and as a pathway for further learning.
Personnel involved in these roles are required to develop specific practices to ensure the implementation of management systems, plans and policies. They demonstrate the application of a broad range of managerial, coordination, governance, representation and planning skills.
Additional qualification advice
This qualification has been designed to allow for maximum flexibility in the choice of elective units for achievement of a number of defined specialist occupational outcomes. The general stream offers free choice of specified electives, or selection of other imported elective units from within the same training package, another endorsed training package or accredited course. Packaging can be customised to meet of a wide range of occupational outcomes within the Local Government sector. Where a specialist stream has been achieved, the resultant testamur can reflect the stream as a field of study in accordance with Australian Qualifications Framework guidelines.
Pathways Information
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
Employability skills |
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
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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Packaging Rules
14 units of competency are required for the award of this qualification. This qualification may be undertaken as a general stream or a specialist stream qualification. At least 4 units must be LGA coded. A maximum of 2 imported elective units may be selected from an AQF qualification level above or below this qualification. All remaining imported elective units must be selected from the same AQF qualification level as this qualification. Units selected should not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification. General stream:
Specialist Stream: When a qualification is linked to a specialist stream outcome as listed below, the resultant testamur can be titled: Diploma of Local Government (Field of study/discipline), e.g. Diploma of Local Government (Elected Members).
Choose the remaining units from elsewhere within this Training Package, or another endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course. |
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Group A: Common |
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BSBSUS301A |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
LGACOMP024A |
Develop community relations |
LGACOMP025A |
Manage a local government project |
LGACOMP026A |
Provide team leadership |
LGACORE102B |
Follow defined OHS policies and procedures |
LGACORE104B |
Work effectively in local government |
LGACORE105B |
Work with others in local government |
LGACORE501B |
Provide quality and timely advice to council |
LGACORE603B |
Represent council’s role and value in the community |
LGAGENE503 |
Perform the role of an elected member |
Group B: Building surveying support This specialist stream provides an entry point to a career in building and surveying. The resultant Diploma will enable graduates to provide assistance and support to accredited building surveyors in carrying out building inspections. |
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CPCCSV5001A |
Assess the construction of domestic scale buildings |
CPCCSV5004A |
Apply legislation to urban development and building controls |
CPCCSV5008A |
Apply building control legislation to building surveying |
CPCCSV5010A |
Interact with clients in a regulated environment |
CPCCSV5011A |
Apply building codes and standards to residential buildings |
CPCCSV5014A |
Apply building surveying procedures to residential buildings |
LGACOM406A |
Investigate alleged breaches of legislation and prepare documentation |
LGAPLEM405C |
Provide assistance in carrying out building inspections |
LGAPLEM410A |
Provide service and information in preparing a development application |
LGAPLEM411A |
Conduct initial assessments of minor planning applications |
LGAPLEM412A |
Support the planning application, notification and appeals process |
LGAREGS303B |
Enforce legislation to achieve compliance |
Group C: Rates This specialist stream covers the competencies required for customer service personnel and others in local government who deal with rates enquiries. |
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LGAGOVA411A |
Prepare accounts for rates |
LGAGOVA301B |
Assist customers with rate enquiries |
LGAGOVA401B |
Administer the electoral roll |
LGAGOVA405A |
Implement debt recovery procedures |
LGAGOVA409A |
Maintain property rates and records |
LGAGOVA505B |
Prepare rate notice forms |
LGAGOVA508A |
Recommend rates and charges |
LGAGOVA618A |
Resolve valuation and property services disputes |
Group D: Elected members This specialist stream covers the competencies required of elected members in undertaking councillor roles and responsibilities in Local Government. *LGAGENE501A, LGAGENE502A and LGAGENE303A are recommended for selection if not previously undertaken. |
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BSBATSIL503C |
Manage conflict |
BSBATSIL509B |
Manage self as a Board Member |
BSBGOV401A |
Implement board member responsibilities |
BSBGOV403A |
Analyse financial reports and budgets |
CHCCOM403A |
Use targeted communication skills to build relationships |
LGACOM404B |
Establish cooperative arrangements with other organisations |
LGACOMP008A |
Apply conflict resolution strategies |
LGAGCM701A |
Govern councils |
LGAGCM708A |
Develop, lead and build community capacity |
LGAGENE302A |
Contribute to effective decision making |
LGAGENE303A |
Contribute to council teams |
LGAGENE501A |
Undertake councillor roles and responsibilities |
LGAGENE502A |
Provide leadership within the council and community |
Group E: Management This specialist stream covers the competencies required of personnel involved in a range of management roles within Local Government. |
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BSBMGT502B |
Manage people performance |
BSBMGT616A |
Develop and implement strategic plans |
LGADMIN525A |
Undertake business planning |
LGADMIN527A |
Manage policy development |
LGACOM407B |
Manage finances within a budget |
LGACOM503B |
Prepare a budget |
LGACOM602B |
Coordinate and facilitate a change process |
LGACOM603B |
Develop, implement and review policies and procedures |
LGAGENE304A |
Conduct effective council meetings |
LGAGOV410B |
Monitor council procedures to ensure compliance with relevant legislation |
Group F: Procurement This specialist stream covers the competencies required for personnel responsible for procurement and contracting activities within Local Government. |
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BSBPUR504B |
Manage a supply chain |
LGADMIN421A |
Participate in negotiations |
LGADMIN422A |
Develop and maintain supplier relationships |
LGADMIN529A |
Manage finances |
LGAGOVA404B |
Establish purchasing networks to ensure council is resource effective |
LGAGOVA410B |
Monitor council procedures to ensure compliance with relevant legislation |
PSPPROC505A |
Manage procurement risk |
PSPPROC506A |
Plan to manage a contract |
PSPPROC507A |
Plan for procurement outcomes |
PSPPROC508A |
Make procurement decisions |
PSPPROC509A |
Participate in budget and procurement review process |
PSPPROC510A |
Conduct and manage coordinated procurement |
Group G: Land management This specialist stream covers competencies required for personnel dealing with environmental and land management issues within local government. |
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LGACOM403B |
Conduct public educational presentations |
LGACOM501B |
Develop and organise public education programs |
LGACOM502B |
Devise and conduct community consultations |
LGACOM602B |
Coordinate and facilitate a change process |
LGALAND501A |
Identify environmental assets and prioritise environmental issues |
LGALAND502A |
Identify native title issues relevant to local government context and functions |
LGALAND503A |
Develop agreements with native title holders/traditional owners |
LGALAND504A |
Undertake effective consultation with Indigenous people on matters of cultural heritage |
LGAPLEM602B |
Assist in developing an environmental management system for the organisation |
LGAPLEM606B |
Develop ecologically sustainable land management systems |
LGAPLEM609B |
Manage council parking system |
LGAPLEM612B |
Protect heritage and cultural assets |