Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 4:52 AM AWST
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Diploma of Leadership
Diploma of Leadership
DEF51115
AXA3
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.00 | 21/10/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 4.00 | 11/01/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 3.00 | 26/10/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 17/08/2017 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 22/10/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification allows for the attainment of competencies in leadership. This qualification was written for Defence officers, but may apply to any person required to provide leadership in difficult circumstances. The leadership context will vary depending on the occupational groups; these occupational outcomes are not reflected in the qualification.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fourteen (14) units of competency are required for this qualification:- four (4) core units
- ten (10) elective units
Choose a minimum of six (6) electives from the list below.
Choose the remaining four (4) elective units from the list below or from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect the occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level.
Elective units selected must not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
1. Core units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVQ82 | DEFMIL008 | Display the attributes of Defence personnel | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR25 | DEFGEN003 | Lead a team | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR24 | DEFGEN004 | Manage personal performance | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR17 | DEFGEN012 | Provide technical advice | 0 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A: General Elective units
A minimum of six (6) units must be chosen from the general elective list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group A: General Elective units
A minimum of six (6) units must be chosen from the general elective list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWZ0 | DEF51512 | Diploma of Military Leadership | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships