The Public Sector training package (PSP04) is a resource designed specifically for public sector agencies and Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) that are responsible for the skills development of government employees.
The training package sets out the competencies (or skills and knowledge) required by people working in a public sector environment, such as ethics and accountability, legislation and compliance, procurement and contract management, policy implementation, service delivery and project management.
There are 64 qualifications in the Public Sector training package (Version 4). Many have application to all public sector workplaces, whilst others are specialist qualifications developed for specific job functions, select agencies or specialist positions. The package also includes 17 Skills Sets.
Qualifications
Generalist qualifications are
- PSP20104: Certificate II in Government
- PSP30104: Certificate III Government
- PSP40104: Certificate IV in Government
- PSP50104: Diploma of Government
- PSP60104: Advanced Diploma of Government
Specialist qualifications include:
Management
- PSP51104: Diploma of Government (Management)
- PSP60504: Advanced Diploma of Government (Management)
Policy
- PSP51404: Diploma of Government (Policy Development)
Procurement and Contract Management
- PSP42410: Certificate IV in Government (Procurement and Contracting)
- PSP52510: Diploma of Government (Procurement and Contracting)
- PSP61210: Advanced Diploma of Government (Procurement and Contracting)
- PSP70110: Vocational Graduate Certificate in Government (Strategic Procurement)
Project Management
- PSP41204: Certificate IV in Government (Project Management)
- PSP51304: Diploma of Government (Project Management)
Regulatory
- PSP41404: Certificate IV in Government (Statutory Compliance)
- PSP41504: Certificate IV in Government (Investigation)
- PSP51704: Diploma of Government (Investigation)
Fraud Control
- PSP40604: Certificate IV in Government (Fraud Control)
- PSP50604: Diploma of Government (Fraud Control)
Revenue Administration
- PSP42108: Certificate IV in Government (Revenue Administration)
Financial Services
- PSP40504: Certificate IV in Government (Financial Services)
- PSP50504: Diploma of Government (Financial Services)
- PSP60304: Advanced Diploma of Government (Financial Management)
Human Resource Management
- PSP50804: Diploma of Government (Human Resources)
- PSP60404: Advanced Diploma of Government (Human Resources)
Workplace Relations
- PSP42210: Certificate IV in Government (Workplace Relations)
- PSP52110: Diploma of Government (Workplace Relations)
Government Service Delivery
- PSP40704: Certificate IV in Government (Service Delivery)
- PSP50704: Diploma of Government (Service Delivery)
Border Protection
- PSP30204: Certificate III in Government (Border Protection)
- PSP40204: Certificate IV in Government (Border Protection)
Community Engagement
- PSP50204: Diploma of Government (Community Capacity)
Courts
- PSP30304: Certificate III in Government (Court Compliance)
- PSP40304: Certificate IV in Government (Court Compliance)
- PSP40404: Certificate IV in Government (Court Services)
- PSP50304: Diploma of Government (Court Services)
Injury Management
- PSP40804: Certificate IV in Government (Injury Claims Administration)
- PSP40904: Certificate IV in Government (Injury Rehabilitation Management)
- PSP50904: Diploma of Government (Injury Management)
Public Land Administration
- PSP30404: Certificate III in Government (Land Administration)
- PSP41004: Certificate IV in Government (Land Administration)
- PSP51004: Diploma of Government (Land Administration)
Specialist Occupational Health and Safety
- PSP41104: Certificate IV in Government (Occupational Health & Safety)
- PSP51204: Diploma of Government (Occupational Health & Safety)
- PSP60604: Advanced Diploma of Government (Occupational Health & Safety)
Government Security Management
- PSP30504: Certificate III in Government (Security)
- PSP41604: Certificate IV in Government (Security)
- PSP41704: Certificate IV in Government (Personnel Security)
- PSP51804: Diploma of Government (Security)
Road Transport Compliance
- PSP41804: Certificate IV in Government (Road Transport Compliance)
Rail Safety Regulation
- PSP52008: Diploma of Government (Rail Safety Regulation)
Trade Measurement
- PSP42310: Certificate IV in Government (Trade Measurement)
- PSP52210: Diploma of Government (Trade Measurement)
Workplace Inspection
- PSP51904: Diploma of Government (Workplace Inspection)
- PSP60904: Advanced Diploma of Government (Workplace Inspection)
School Support Services
- PSP30604: Certificate III in Government (School Support Services)
- PSP41904: Certificate IV in Government (School Support Services)
- PSP30704: Certificate III in School Support Services
- PSP42010: Certificate IV in School Support Services
Translating and Interpreting
- PSP52410: Diploma of Interpreting
- PSP61110: Advanced Diploma of Interpreting
- PSP52310: Diploma of Translating
- PSP61010: Advanced Diploma of Translating
Radiation Safety
- PSP70210: Vocational Graduate Certificate in Radiation Safety
Skill Sets
Skills Sets are single units or combinations of units of competency from a nationally endorsed Training Package, which link to a licence or regulatory requirement, or a defined industry need. Skills sets can provide an alternative to a full qualification by addressing a specific workforce skill need.
The Public Sector training package has established 17 skills sets in the following areas:
- Customer Service
- Operate in Customer Contact Environment
- Workplace Coaching
- Writing in a Politically Sensitive Context in Government
- Foundation Executive Management
- Basic Procurement
- Procurement Delegation
- Foundation Procurement
- Trade Measurement
- Radiation Environment Safety
- Radiation Sealed Sources Safety
- Radiation Technician Safety
- Direct Workplace Emergency Initial Response (for radiation s
- Weighbridge Operations
- Workplace Relations Information
- Prepare for Workplace Inspections
- Workplace Relations Guidance
- Workplace Relations Inspection and Investigation Supervision
For more information about qualifications and units of competency from the Public Sector Training Package Version 4, go to training.gov.au website.
Traineeships
Traineeships are pathways that combine work and structured training. New employees and existing workers can undertake a traineeship so long as they meet the eligibility criteria.
For information about the Public Sector training package qualifications that can be delivered as traineeships in NSW, go to State Training Services website.
For information on how to recruit or sign up a trainee, speak with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC) on 1800 338 022 or visit the Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service website.
Further information is also available in the booklet A Guide to the Employment of Apprentices and Trainees in the NSW Public Sector, produced by the NSW Public Sector ITAB with funding from NSW DET.
For information about school based traineeships and apprenticeships, visit the School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships in NSW website. This website has the latest information on the qualifications available as school based traineeships or apprenticeships and the financial incentives that can be accessed by employers and trainees.
Training Resources
A limited range of training resources to support the delivery of qualifications and units from the Public Sector Training Package (PSP04) can be found at the following sites: