This Nationally Accredited Certificate IV in Local Government provides a wide-range of generalist knowledge and skills for those interested in improving their Local Government careers. With a focus on ways in which employees can take initiative and balance the overall goals of the organisation with their everyday tasks, this qualification is a must-have for those interested in pursuing the best career opportunities possible within Local Government.
Course Priorities
Certificate IV in Local Government - LGA40104 can lead to a range of fulfilling career prospects upon completion. Including, but not limited to:
- Administrative clerk
- Finance clerk
- Project manager
- Change manager
- Human resources officer
- Research coordinator
- Communications officer
- Services staff
- Executive assistant
- Personal assistant
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 IV in Local Government , 4 of which are mandatory core units and 8 electives offered.View course information brochure for full details.
Core Units - Mandatory
LGACORE102B Follow defined OHS policies and procedures
LGACORE104B Work effectively in local government
LGACORE105B Work with others in local government
LGACOMP026A Provide team leadership
Electives
LGACORE103B Provide service to customers in a local government environment
LGACOM403B Conduct public educational presentations
LGAGOVA410B Monitor council procedures to ensure compliance with relevant legislation
LGACOMP025A Manage a local government project
LGAGOVA410B Monitor council procedures to ensure compliance with relevant legislation
BSBWRT401A Write complex documents
BSBCMM401A Make a presentation
BSBADM402A Organise meetings
BSBMGT403A Implement continuous improvement
