Modification History
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This qualification was released in PSP Public Sector Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages. This qualification supersedes and is not equivalent to PSP41612 Certificate IV in Government (Security).
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Qualification Description
This qualification allows for the attainment of occupational specific competencies for those working in operational roles undertaking government security related functions, with a particular focus on meeting the ethical and legislative requirements of the public service. It is suitable for individuals who need to apply a broad range of specialised knowledge and skills in specific contexts within the security environment.
The generalist qualification covers the broad range of skills required to operate without supervision in a government security environment.
The personnel vetting specialisation covers the skills required for working without supervision within a personal security area.
The fraud control specialisation covers the skills required by those responsible for preventing and detecting fraud.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Additional qualification advice
Where a defined specialisation is completed as listed below, the resultant testamur can be titled: Certificate IV in Government Security (field of study) e.g. Certificate IV in Government Security (Fraud control).
Packaging Rules
14 units of competency are required for this qualification:
- 3 core units
- 11 elective units
Choose 1 elective from Group A Work health safety.
Generalist:
- minimum of 7 units from Groups B, C or D
Choose the remaining electives from the list below or from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
Specialisations
Personnel vetting specialisation:
- minimum of 6 units from Group B
Choose the remaining electives from the list below or from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
Fraud control specialisation:
- minimum of 6 units from Group C
Choose the remaining electives 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 reflect the occupational learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level. Seek further advice on selecting imported units of competency in the PSP Implementation Guide.
Elective units selected must not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
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Core units |
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PSPETH002 |
Uphold and support the values and principles of the public service |
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PSPLEG002 |
Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector |
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PSPSEC009 |
Handle sensitive information |
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Elective units |
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Group A: Work health safety |
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BSBWHS301 |
Maintain workplace safety |
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BSBWHS401 |
Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements |
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Group B: Personnel vetting specialisation |
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PSPSEC008 |
Conduct personnel security assessments |
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PSPGEN032 |
Deal with conflict |
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PSPGEN033 |
Use advanced workplace communication strategies |
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PSPGEN034 |
Compose complex workplace documents |
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PSPGEN038 |
Identify and treat risks |
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PSPGEN043 |
Apply government processes |
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PSPREG012 |
Gather information through interviews |
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PSPREG016 |
Conduct data analysis |
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Group C: Fraud control specialisation |
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PSPFRU001 |
Monitor data for indicators of fraud |
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PSPFRU002 |
Conduct fraud control awareness sessions |
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PSPCRT007 |
Compile and use official notes |
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PSPGEN034 |
Compose complex workplace documents |
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PSPPCY004 |
Support policy implementation |
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PSPREG005 |
Assess compliance |
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Group D: General elective units |
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PSPGEN023 |
Deliver and monitor service to clients |
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PSPGEN026 |
Provide input to change processes |
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PSPGEN027 |
Gather and analyse information |
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PSPGEN033 |
Use advanced workplace communication strategies |
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PSPINV002 |
Conduct an investigation |
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PSPPCY004 |
Support policy implementation |
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PSPREG006 |
Produce a formal record of interview |
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PSPREG013 |
Undertake inspections and monitoring |
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PSPREG015 |
Receive and validate data |
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PSPREG016 |
Conduct data analysis |
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PSPSEC005 |
Undertake government security risk analysis |
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PSPSEC006 |
Implement security risk treatments |
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PSPSEC007 |
Develop and advise on government security procedures |
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PSPSEC010 |
Provide government security briefings |
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PSPSEC015 |
Communicate security awareness |
Qualification Mapping Information
This qualification supersedes and is not equivalent to PSP41612 Certificate IV in Government (Security).
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
