The security requirements of our Government departments are growing and changing each day. Certificate III Government (Security) - PSP30504 is a Nationally Accredited training package that offers a clear overview of the knowledge required to work autonomously and effectively within a security-driven role in the public sector.
Often undertaken by students moving from the private security arena to a Government-based role, this qualification can also open career doors for existent Government staff.
Certificate III Government (Security) - PSP30504 can lead to a range of fulfilling career prospects upon completion. Including, but not limited to:
• State Government Protective Officer
• Healthcare Protective Officer
• Courts Security Officer
• Government Security Policy Advisor
• Community Engagement Coordinator
• Injury and Workplace OHS Manager
• Security Human Resource Management
• Disaster Control Management
• Defence Security Officer
• Security Legislative and Research Officer
• Government Protective Security training and development coach
• Public Security Spokesperson
• Security Service Delivery Coordinator
• Hospital Protective Security Officer
• Aggressive Behaviour Management Officer (ABM)
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.
This course may be delivered via distance using both online & paper resources, or in conjunction with workshops.
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).
Due to the specialist nature of this course, you must be working within a Government organisation or have written approval from the Director of Government & Public Safety at Conwal & Associates to undertake this qualification.
If you are not currently working in Government, you will be required to complete the core units in the Certificate III in Government (Security) qualification first allowing you to gain and appreciate the theoretical understanding of the Australian Government, legislation, departmental diversity and its processes.
Once you have completed the core units you will then commence the elective Government Security units completing this exciting and dynamic career changing course.
Completion of this course will involve specialist training, skills and knowledge.
All non-Government applicants must ensure that they obtain a current National Police Clearance within 30 days of enrolment and forward a Justice of the Peace (JP) certified copy of the Police clearance to Conwal & Associates.
Operational Officers and Government Staff can be assessed either by Recognition of Prior Learning, Recognition of Current Competency Assessment.
Practical operational training workshop assessments may also be conducted upon approved from the director of Government & Public safety.
Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a Nationally Accredited and ISO certified Certificate III in Government (Security).
Core Units - Mandatory
| PSPETHC301B Uphold the values and principles of public service |
| PSPGOV301B Work effectively in the organisation |
| PSPGOV302B Contribute to workgroup activities |
| PSPGOV308B Work effectively with diversity |
| PSPGOV312A Use workplace communication strategies |
| PSPLEGN301B Comply with legislation in the public sector |
| PSPOHS301A Contribute to workplace safety |
| PSPSEC405A Handle security classified information |
Operational Electives
| PSPSEC301A Secure government assets |
| PSPSEC302A Respond to government security incidents |
| CPPSEC3002A Manage conflict through negotiation |
OPERATIONAL
Practical training courses will be conducted for candidates and government
staff upon approval of the Director of Government & Public Safety.
These specialist units covered are highlighted in the operational practical
Unit of Study tab.
