Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Government (Policy Development)
Diploma of Government (Policy Development)
PSP51412
J312
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 01/11/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This specialist qualification covers the competencies required to develop organisation policy and public policy and to provide policy advice within the public sector. Electives should reflect the responsibilities of the individual and the job skills required for effective performance. Where a free choice of Electives is possible in the qualification packaging rules, electives may also be drawn from other Training Packages to reflect the work context and career plans of the individual.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Eleven (11) units of competency are required for this qualification:- six (6) core units
- five (5) elective units
Up to two (2) elective units may be selected from elsewhere within this Training Package, or another endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course.
Units selected should not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
All elective units must be selected from an equivalent qualification level or higher, unless otherwise stated.
For this qualification, a maximum of one (1) unit from Certificate IV level may be used.
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8243 | PSPPOL502A | Advise on organisation policy | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8242 | PSPPOL501A | Develop organisation policy | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8244 | PSPPOL601A | Develop public policy | 80 | Unit of competency |
| C8062 | PSPLEGN501B | Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C7987 | PSPETHC501B | Promote the values and ethos of public service | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8245 | PSPPOL602A | Provide policy advice | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Five (5) units may be chosen from the elective units list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8211 | PSPMNGT607B | Develop a business case | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8066 | PSPOHS501A | Monitor and maintain workplace safety | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8035 | PSPGOV505A | Promote diversity | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C8043 | PSPGOV513A | Refine complex workplace documents | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C7984 | PSPGOV504B | Undertake research and analysis | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C8042 | PSPGOV512A | Use complex workplace communication strategies | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C813 | PSP51404 | Diploma of Government (Policy Development) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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