Course description
This generalist qualification covers competencies that lay a foundation for a career in the public sector. The qualification has a particular focus on competencies required in a public service context, but also includes competencies that are transferable to other work contexts.
Course Packaging
A total of 9 units required consisting of 4 core and 5 electives.
Compulsory
PSPGOV201B Work in a public sector environment
PSPGOV202B Use routine workplace communication techniques
PSPGOV203B Deliver a service to clients
PSPOHS201B Use workplace safety requirements
Electives
PSPGOV204B Access and use resources
PSPGOV205B Participant in workplace change
PSPGOV206B Handle workplace information
PSPGOV207B Use technology in the workplace
PSPGOV208A Write routine workplace materials
BSBINM202A Handle mail
BSBITU201A Produce simple word processed documents
BSBITU202A Create and use spreadsheets
BSBSUS201A Participate in environmental work practices
Studying as a Traineeship
Funding may be available for those students who wish to undertake their training as part of a traineeship.
ACT
To be eligible for an ACT training contract the student must:
a) Work in the ACT and
b) Be at least 15 years-of-age and
c) Be an:
Australian citizen
Permanent resident
New Zealand passport holder who has been a resident in Australia for more than 6 months, or
Visa holder with work rights on a pathway to permanent residency and not excluded from participation in government funded training, and
d) Receive remuneration for their work, and
e) Complete a minimum of 15 hours combined work and training per week (employment and training hours may be averaged over 4 weeks for non-school based training contracts), and
f) Undertake an approved Australian Apprenticeships qualification with an approved RTO, as listed on the ACT Qualifications Register; and
g) Have the required supervision in the workplace for an Australian Apprentice.
Course Cost
Standard Qualification (online) – $1500
ACT – Traineeship New Worker* – $830
ACT – Traineeship Existing Worker** – $830
The funding for the traineeship component of this program is contributed by the ACT Training & Education Directorate
* New Worker = Employed less than 3 months full time or less than 12 months part time/casual equivalent
** Existing Worker = Employed more than 3 months full time or 12 months part time/casual
How long will it take?
Duration is dependent on training delivery mode and individual experience. For those with no experience the course will take anywhere between 6 months and a year to complete.
Delivery Options
Face to face
Online / Distance education
Combination of face to face and distance education
Location
NSW and ACT
Start Date
Capital Careers does not currently have any face to face training sessions planned for this course. However you are able to start this course via online learning at any time.
What we provide you
Well written and easy to follow resources via an online e-learning platform
Trainers who care very much about your studies and about you!
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows a person to receive recognition and credit for the knowledge and skills they have, no matter how and where they were attained, including overseas. This can include skills from previous study, work experience and life experience.
Credit Transfer
Capital Careers has an obligation to recognise Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by other registered training organisations
Assessment
The course will be presented in competency-based mode and the student’s competency will be assessed at all levels according to competencies and performance criteria. The training package for each competency specifies the conditions and method of assessment. Assessment methods range from completing set tasks and activities, class attendance and participation and completion of assignments / projects
