Diploma of Government

PSP50122

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification reflects the role of individuals involved in independent and self-directed work in the public sector. There may be supervisory responsibilities.

The qualification, without specialisation, is suited to those working in an environments such as small or regionally-based organisations, and where responsibilities are diverse in nature rather than within a narrow specialisation.

The specialisation streams of injury management, workplace inspection and policy, reflect the skills required to work in more specialist public sector roles.

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 qualification at the time of publication.

  • Financial help

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

  • On-the-job training

    • Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Qualification only:
      1–2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Classroom-based

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector Core
Promote the values and ethos of public service Core
Uphold and support inclusive workplace practices Core
Use complex workplace communication strategies Core
Write complex documents Core
Advise on organisation policy Elective
Advise on work health and safety (WHS) legislative frameworks Elective
Analyse data Elective
Apply public sector financial policies and processes Elective
Assist with maintaining workplace safety Elective
Assist with workplace compliance with WHS laws Elective
Build and maintain community relationships Elective
Command operational forces Elective
Conduct research and analysis Elective
Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining an organisation's WHS management system Elective
Contribute to organisational performance development Elective
Contribute to WHS risk management Elective
Coordinate career development Elective
Coordinate health and wellness programs Elective
Coordinate resource allocation and usage Elective
Coordinate risk management Elective
Coordinate separation and termination processes Elective
Develop and use emotional intelligence Elective
Develop and use political nous Elective
Develop client services Elective
Develop return to work or injury management strategies Elective
Evaluate and report on workplace legislative compliance Elective
Facilitate change Elective
Facilitate improvement in workplace legislative performance Elective
Facilitate performance development processes Elective
Facilitate the setting and achievement of goals in personal injury management Elective
Facilitate workplace assessment with stakeholders for personal injury cases Elective
Implement workforce planning and succession strategies Elective
Investigate possible breaches of workplace legislation Elective
Manage conflict Elective
Manage employee and industrial relations Elective
Manage performance Elective
Manage risk Elective
Provide leadership Elective
Provide policy advice Elective
Refine complex workplace documents Elective
Supervise and carry out complex inspections and monitoring Elective
Support policy implementation Elective
Support workplace coaching and mentoring Elective
Undertake and promote career management Elective
Undertake negotiations Elective
Work with legal teams to resolve non-routine and complex insurance claims Elective

Job prospects

The Diploma of Government sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Policy and Planning Manager

    ANZSCO 132411

    Policy and Planning Managers plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate policy advice and strategic planning within organisations.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Customer Service Manager

    ANZSCO 149212

    Customer Service Managers plan, administer and review customer services and after-sales services, and maintain sound customer relations.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

  • Policy Analyst

    ANZSCO 224412

    Develop and review government or industrial policies based on analysis of current information.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Safety Inspector

    ANZSCO 312611

    Safety Inspectors inspect machines, equipment, working conditions and public places to ensure compliance with government and industry standards and regulations, in relation to occupational health and safety.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

  • Program and Project Administrator

    ANZSCO 511112

    Program or Project Administrators plan and undertake administration of organisational programs, special projects and support services.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

  • General Clerk

    ANZSCO 531111

    General Clerks perform a range of clerical and administrative tasks.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate II or III

  • Customs Officer

    ANZSCO 599511

    Customs Officers administer and enforce customs and related legislation, and assist with customs control of overseas passengers, crew, aircraft, ships, cargo, mail and bond stores.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate II or III

  • Social Security Assessor

    ANZSCO 599515

    Social Security Assessors assess social welfare claims and entitlements under government legislation and investigate fraud and suspected breaches of legislation.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate II or III

  • Insurance Loss Adjuster

    ANZSCO 599612

    Insurance Loss Adjusters inspect and assess the damage and loss to insured property and business, estimate insurance costs, and act to minimise the cost of claims to an insurance company.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

Training providers delivering Diploma of Government

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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