The Certificate IV in Government is a nationally accredited course designed for people working in and with, or seeking employment in, public sector agencies. The qualification includes the competencies required for working with limited supervision in the public sector and is particularly suited to those working in an environment requiring multi-skilled personnel and/or in small or regionally based organizations.
This course provides skills and competencies to ensure personal success through enhanced career prospects and job opportunities. You can formalise and enhance your existing skills and develop an understanding of government Processes and working with legislation.
Students can apply to have previously passed subjects, previous experience or current competence taken into account with regards to subjects within the course.
Flexible (online) delivery
Training is provided using a mixture of self-paced resources and online activities to provide maximum flexibility for learners.
This mode is especially useful for people who:
- want study to fit into their lifestyle
- have family commitments
- cannot commit to attending a class at the same time each week
Course Structure
The 15 units of the PSP40104 Certificate IV in Government are clustered in groupings of like learning sets or clusters.
These are:
Understanding and Working in Government
PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of the public service
PSPGOV422A Apply government processes
PSPLEGN301A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPOHS301A Contribute to workplace safety
PSPPOL404A Support policy implementation
Workplace Communication Skills
PSPGOV412A Use advanced workplace communication strategies
PSPGOV303B Build and maintain internal networks
PSPGOV411A Deal with conflict
Quality Client Service
PSPGOV402B Deliver and monitor service to clients
PSPGOV408A Value diversity
Forward Planning
BSBCMN402A Develop work priorities
BSBFLM510B Facilitate and capitalise on change and innovation
Project and Financial Management
PSPPM405A Administer simple projects
PSPFIN401A Use public sector financial processes
PSPGOV413A Compose complex workplace documents
PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information
For more information about this course please contact the course co-ordinator directly:
Email maureenc-onl@nmit.vic.edu
Phone: 03 9269 1621
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: PSP40104
- Local Fees: Fee for Service
Campus: Preston.
Duration
Part-time: 9 months (555 hours).
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Participants completing the Certificate in Government may gain credits towards the Diploma of Government
Career Opportunities
Certificate IV in Government is becoming an integral part of the career structure of workers in the Public Sector.
Entrance Requirements
There are no prerequisites for this qualification however competency at business standard literacy and numeracy.
Materials
Assessment Methods
Assessments are all work-based, some involve creation of booklets and/or presentations and some are inter-active online activities.
Materials
All materials are supplied.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
This course is undergoing review - No enrolments at this time
You can enrol in part-time courses at an Information and Enrolment Session
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSPETHC401A | Uphold and support the values and principles of the public service | 30 | Core |
| PSPGOV402B | Deliver and monitor service to clients | 30 | Core |
| PSPGOV408A | Value diversity | 30 | Core |
| PSPGOV412A | Use advanced workplace communication strategies | 50 | Core |
| PSPGOV422A | Apply government processes | 30 | Core |
| PSPLEGN301A | Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector | 25 | Core |
| PSPOHS301A | Contribute to workplace safety | 30 | Core |
| PSPPOL404A | Support policy implementation | 30 | Core |
| BSBCMN402A | Develop work priorities | 30 | Elective |
| BSBFLM510B | Facilitate and capitalise on change and innovation | 60 | Elective |
| PSPFIN401A | Use public sector financial processes. | 40 | Elective |
| PSPGOV406B | Gather and analyse information | 40 | Elective |
| PSPGOV411A | Deal with conflict | 30 | Elective |
| PSPGOV413A | Compose complex workplace documents | 40 | Elective |
| PSPPM405A | Administer simple projects | 40 | Elective |
