Certificate IV in Government Security - PSP40316

Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT)

Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS: 00001K

This qualification allows for the attainment of occupational specific competencies for those working in operational roles undertaking government security related functions, with a particular focus on meeting the ethical and legislative requirements of the public service. It is suitable for individuals who need to apply a broad range of specialised knowledge and skills in specific contexts within the security environment. The generalist qualification covers the broad range of skills required to operate without supervision in a government security environment. The personnel vetting specialisation covers the skills required for working without supervision within a personal security area. The fraud control specialisation covers the skills required by those responsible for preventing and detecting fraud. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.Additional qualification adviceWhere a defined specialisation is completed as listed below, the resultant testamur can be titled: Certificate IV in Government Security (field of study) e.g. Certificate IV in Government Security (Fraud control).

Structure

  • 14 units: 3 core
  • 11 elective

Subjects

  • Conduct fraud control awareness sessions
  • Conduct an investigation
  • Implement security risk treatments
  • Develop and advise on government security procedures
  • Conduct data analysis
  • Identify and treat risks
  • Gather information through interviews
  • Uphold and support the values and principles of public service
  • Conduct personnel security assessments
  • Undertake inspections and monitoring
  • Assess compliance
  • Support policy implementation
  • Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements
  • Compose complex workplace documents
  • Monitor data for indicators of fraud
  • Undertake government security risk analysis
  • Compile and use official notes
  • Produce formal record of interview
  • Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector
  • Receive and validate data
  • Provide government security briefings
  • Handle sensitive information
  • Use advanced workplace communication strategies
  • Provide input to change processes
  • Apply government processes
  • Gather and analyse information
  • Maintain workplace safety
  • Deal with conflict
  • Deliver and monitor service to clients
  • Communicate security awareness

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