Qualification Outline

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Certificate IV in Waste Management

Certificate IV in Waste Management

Qualification
National Code:
CPP40911
State Code:
D769
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0399 - Other Engineering And Related Technologies
Original TGA Release Date
10/01/2012
Approved Date
15/09/2014
Stream of Study
Subsequent to Initial Vocational (4000)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
600
Duration
Unspecified
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
21/10/2021
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
3.00 21/10/2021 Current Approved
2.00 18/01/2017 Replaced Transition (Replaced)
1.00 10/01/2012 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification applies to individuals who use well developed skills and a broad knowledge base in a wide variety of waste management contexts. They may be responsible for wide-ranging operational waste management activity and a defined range of unpredictable problems. They may be required to analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may also be required to provide leadership and guidance and have responsibility for the output of others.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:
Eighteen (18) units of competency:
- seven (7) core
- eleven (11) elective units.

The elective units must ensure the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and are to be chosen as follows:
- a minimum of four (4) units from Group A, of which up to two (2) may be from the Group A elective units listed in CPP30711 Certificate III in Waste Management or CPP508011 Diploma of Waste Management
- up to seven (7) units from Group A or Group B
- up to two (2) units from Certificate IV qualifications, or a level above or below, in CPP07 or another current Training Package or state-accredited course.
1. Core Units

All seven (7) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
WC209 CPPWMT4030A Determine waste management services 20 Unit of competency
D7515 CPPCMN4004B Facilitate effective client relationships 40 Unit of competency
WC229 CPPCMN4005A Facilitate effective teamwork 40 Unit of competency
WC128 CPPCMN4006A Facilitate effective workplace relationships 40 Unit of competency
WC126 CPPCMN4002B Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices 40 Unit of competency
WC129 CPPCMN4007A Manage workplace safety arrangements 45 Unit of competency
2. Group A Elective Units

A minimum of four (4) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
WC219 CPPWMT4062A Apply waste avoidance techniques 60 Unit of competency
WC203 CPPWMT4002A Carry out waste audits 15 Unit of competency
WZ215 CPPWMT4053A Conduct and monitor waste management operations 30 Unit of competency
WC216 CPPWMT4055A Develop waste management proposals 15 Unit of competency
WC206 CPPWMT4007A Implement waste management plans 15 Unit of competency
WC210 CPPWMT4032A Inform and educate clients on waste management issues 20 Unit of competency
WC207 CPPWMT4022A Monitor waste disposal sites 40 Unit of competency
WC214 CPPWMT4052A Organise waste management operations 30 Unit of competency
WC202 CPPWMT4001A Plan waste audits 50 Unit of competency
AUL02 BSBINN301 Promote innovation in a team environment 30 Unit of competency
WC204 CPPWMT4003A Review, evaluate and document waste assessment findings 40 Unit of competency
WC211 CPPWMT4035A Undertake waste process audits 40 Unit of competency
3. Group B Elective Units

Up to seven (7) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVJ31 TLIF3063 Administer the implementation of fatigue management strategies 30 Unit of competency
AUL82 BSBLED401 Develop teams and individuals 40 Unit of competency
D0776 BSBITB501A Establish and maintain a workgroup computer network 50 Unit of competency
AUJ31 BSBSLS407 Identify and plan sales prospects 40 Unit of competency
AUH48 BSBMKG514 Implement and monitor marketing activities 40 Unit of competency
AWM71 TLID2016 Load and unload explosives/dangerous goods 30 Unit of competency
AUM52 BSBRSK501 Manage risk 50 Unit of competency
WC161 CPPPMT3005A Modify environment to manage pests 40 Unit of competency
AUK68 BSBATSIW416 Obtain and manage consultancy services 80 Unit of competency
AUJ75 BSBADM504 Plan and implement administrative systems 60 Unit of competency
AUI85 BSBMGT406 Plan and monitor continuous improvement 40 Unit of competency
WA866 TAEASS401A Plan assessment activities and processes 20 Unit of competency
AWY85 TAEDEL401 Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning 30 Unit of competency
AUH05 BSBSLS408 Present, secure and support sales solutions 40 Unit of competency
AUK24 BSBFIA302 Process payroll 30 Unit of competency
AWY86 TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction 40 Unit of competency
D0732 BSBHRM402A Recruit, select and induct staff 45 Unit of competency
AUH67 BSBFIA402 Report on financial activity 40 Unit of competency
D0731 BSBHRM401A Review human resources functions 40 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W637 PRM40509 Certificate IV in Asset Maintenance (Waste Management) Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BFB6 CPP40919 Certificate IV in Waste Management Qualification
BAI7 CPP40916 Certificate IV in Waste Management Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No information