The comprehensive Certificate III in Local Government requires successful students to demonstrate a broad understanding of Local Government processes and procedures that will assist them to ensure the smooth running of the organisation. Coursework includes an overview of OHS policies, methods of effective communication and the ways in which to work efficiently both in a team and autonomously.
Career Prospects
Certificate III in Local Government - LGA30104 can lead to a range of fulfilling career prospects upon completion. Including, but not limited to:
- Staff liaison coordinators
- Supplier liaison
- Contractor recruitment
- Recruitment specialists
- Community relations
- Stakeholder advisors
- Health officers
- Local school/Education representatives
- Regulatory staff
- Policy development officers
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) coordinator
- Public education officer
- Change manager
- Media officer
- Safety specialist
Course Duration
Full time study: Minimum of 15-25 hours per week over approximately 32 weeks.
Part time study: Minimum of 5-15 hours per week over approximatley 52 weeks.
The duration of your course is dependent upon the hours that you dedicate to your studies. This is a competency based course, however it is expected that on a full time basis you can complete one unit per week.
Course Delivery
This course is delivered via distance using both online & paper resources. Upon enrolment students are issued with a log-in and password, student pack and access to Conwal's e-learning centre.
Learning with Conwal & Associates allows you the freedom to study at home, during your lunch break, at work or anywhere. Our courses are designed to fit around your lifestyle. You, the student, decide the number of hours you want to study (and this will determine the length of your course).
A total of 12 units are required to achieve the award of Certificate III in Local Government , 5 of which are mandatory core units and 7 electives are offered. View course brochure for full details.
Core Units - Mandatory
LGACORE101B Access learning and career development opportunities
LGACORE102B Follow defined OHS policies and procedures
LGACORE103B Provide service to local government customers
LGACORE104B Work effectively in local government
LGACORE105B Work with others in local government
Electives
LGAGOVA303B Coordinate production of communication materials
LGACOMP008A Apply conflict resolution strategies
LGACOMP009A Implement effective communication techniques
LGAEHRH305A Present environmental health education information
BSBITU302A Create electronic presentations
BSBITU303A Design and produce text documents
BSBWOR301A Organise personal work priorities and development
