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Overview
The PUA60120 Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management) is designed for personnel undertaking senior emergency management responsibilities at an organisational level. This will include the management of community programs, stakeholder engagement and the negotiation of interagency memorandums of understanding.
The role of senior personnel in the management of and planning for an incident, emergency or disaster may include undertaking senior management responsibilities for managing multi-organisational teams and activities.
This qualification includes the units of competency required by senior personnel to perform a range of activities such as working with the community and other key entities prior to, during and after an incident, emergency or disaster. This involves prevention of, preparedness for, response to and recovery from such events.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
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Financial help
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Government funding is not available for this course.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
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On-the-job training
- Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.
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Entry requirements
This course has entry requirements. See more information at the National Training Register
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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:
18 months – 2 years
- Qualification only:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
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 |
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| Coordinate emergency planning | Core |
| Coordinate resources for a multi-agency incident | Core |
| Design emergency management exercises | Core |
| Determine treatment options | Core |
| Facilitate emergency risk assessment | Core |
| Liaise with other organisations | Core |
| Manage and evaluate emergency management exercises | Core |
| Manage projects | Core |
| Manage recovery functions and services | Core |
| Work within an emergency management context | Core |
| Conduct and manage community evacuation | Elective |
| Control a Level 3 incident | Elective |
| Develop and use political nous | Elective |
| Develop business continuity plans | Elective |
| Establish and manage emergency evacuation centre | Elective |
| Facilitate lessons management process | Elective |
| Implement a monitoring, evaluation and reporting program | Elective |
| Manage human factors in response and recovery | Elective |
| Manage media requirements at major incident | Elective |
| Manage operations for a Level 3 incident | Elective |
| Manage the organisation's public safety responsibilities | Elective |
| Manage the public information function at an incident | Elective |
| Plan and manage complex projects | Elective |
| Prepare high-level written communication | Elective |
| Represent the organisation in a judicial or quasi-judicial setting | Elective |
Job prospects
The Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management) sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Defence Force Members - Other Rank
ANZSCO 441111
Defence Force Members - Other Ranks provide specialised military services to the Australian and New Zealand Defence Forces.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Emergency Service Worker
ANZSCO 441211
Emergency Service Workers attend the scene of emergencies to minimise risk to community safety and security.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Fire Fighter
ANZSCO 441212
Protect life and property by responding to fire alarms and emergency calls, putting out fires and administering first aid.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Detective
ANZSCO 441311
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Recommended education level:
Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree -
Police Officer
ANZSCO 441312
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Recommended education level:
Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree -
Prison Officer
ANZSCO 442111
Enforce rules and order inside prisons; supervise inmates to keep them safe and ensure security of the facility.
Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III -
Alarm, Security and Surveillance Monitor
ANZSCO 442211
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Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education -
Armoured Car Escort
ANZSCO 442212
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Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education -
Crowd Controller
ANZSCO 442213
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Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III -
Private Investigator
ANZSCO 442214
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Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III -
Retail Loss Prevention Officer
ANZSCO 442215
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Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education -
Security Consultant
ANZSCO 442216
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Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Security Officer
ANZSCO 442217
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Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III -
Other Security Worker
ANZSCO 442299
Other Security Workers includes jobs like Bodyguard.
Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education
Training providers delivering Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management)
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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ACIM Solutions (RTO code 41002)
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Australasia Fire and Emergency Response College (RTO code 45251)
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COLLEGE FOR LAW, EDUCATION AND TRAINING (RTO code 31254)
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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.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Learn about how courses are delivered
Different courses have different delivery options. Consider your needs when you’re researching courses. Some courses may be delivered entirely online or partially online. Others may be delivered in a classroom.
Some courses, like those delivered through apprenticeships and traineeships, are mostly based in the workplace but with some classroom or online study.
If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
How to reduce the cost of your course
There are lots of ways you can reduce the cost of your course.
- The government could partly or fully cover the cost of your course. See information about financial help and government funding on this page.
- The government also offers funding for some costs related to your course.
- If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get a cost credit or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the cost.
Learn about financial help and government funding
The main cost of training is usually the course fees, which vary depending on things like which course and training provider you choose.
You may be able to get your training for free or at a reduced cost, or you could get help with paying for training-related costs. You can also pay for some courses with a VET Student Loan.
Find out more about getting help paying for your training or check if you're eligible.
What are entry requirements?
Some courses have conditions you need to meet before you can enrol in the course. They help make sure you have the right background or skills for the training.
Entry requirements might include a certain education level, skills or knowledge, work status, or experience.