Qualification Outline
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Graduate Certificate In Career Development Practice
Graduate Certificate In Career Development Practice
CHC81315
AYY3
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 05/09/2025 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 08/12/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of career development practitioners. Practitioners at this level make high level, independent, complex judgements in the context of providing guidance in career development. Their role involves the full responsibility and accountability for all aspects of their work. Practitioners may work independently or in larger service organisations.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = seven (7)- five (5) core units
- two (2) elective units, consisting of:
- up to two (2) units from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUI05 | BSBLED808 | Conduct a career development session | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUM50 | BSBLED807 | Establish career development services | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AVB44 | CHCPRP006 | Lead own professional development | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVB80 | CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AWB11 | CHCECD011 | Manage quality in career development practice | 70 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Up to two (2) units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWB41 | CHCCSL002 | Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AVC74 | CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OCG23 | BSBHRM611 | Contribute to organisational performance development | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OEJ75 | TAEDES512 | Design and develop print-based learning resources | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OCF91 | BSBLDR812 | Develop and cultivate collaborative partnerships and relationships | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AVC07 | CHCDIV003 | Manage and promote diversity | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCG03 | BSBINS601 | Manage knowledge and information | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AVB46 | CHCPRP004 | Promote and represent the service | 85 | Unit of competency |
| OEM56 | TAEDES411 | Use nationally recognised training products to meet vocational training needs | 25 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D332 | CHC70308 | Graduate Certificate In Career Development Practice | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
This qualification is open to individuals who hold:
- a qualification at diploma level or higher in a discipline related to career development or counselling work
or
- significant previous experience working in a job role involving the self directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in some areas and the exercise of independent judgement and decision making.
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