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Fees and charges

$5,445 (GST free)

Location

The venue for each face-to-face learning program, unless advised otherwise, is:

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Level 5 (Aviation House)
16 Furzer St
PHILLIP ACT

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Diploma of Government (PSP50104)

This unique learning pathway is designed especially to enhance the careers of Australian public servants and is ideally suited to new and developing managers. The Program places a strong emphasis on working effectively in the APS environment and supports performance, growth and career progression. The program will challenge participants to operate in a broader strategic role.

Program overview

The program uses a combination of the following quality Commission training sessions:

as well as workplace-relevant assignments and challenging simulated activities.

Program timetable

Program Cohort 1 Date
APS Induction (online) In own time

Orientation to the qualification
Upholding and supporting the APS Values and Code of Conduct
Diversity training
Values and diversity role-plays
Tips for research and analysis

 9-10 Mar
Financial Management – introduction
Legislation and APS decision making		 7-8 Apr
Essential writing for APS 5-6
OH&S		 20-21 May
Enhancing your performance
Enrich your representational skills		 21-22 Jun
Stakeholder engagement
Simulation Workshop		 15-16 Jul
Essentials for new team leaders 16-17 Aug
Assess your leadership
APS jobs and interview skills		 16-17 Sep
Final Presentations 18 Oct

Participant benefits

On successful completion of the program participants will be awarded the Diploma of Government consisting of the following units of competency from the Public Sector Training Package:

PSPETHC501B Promote the values and ethos of public service
PSPGOV504B Undertake research and analysis
PSPGOV505A Promote diversity
PSPGOV512A Use complex workplace communication strategies
PSPLEGN501B Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPOHS501A Monitor and maintain workplace safety
BSBFLM501B Manage personal work priorities and professional development
PSPGOV413A Compose complex workplace documents
PSPGOV516A Develop and use emotional intelligence
PSPGOV515A Develop and use political nous
PSPGOV511A Provide leadership

Who should attend

APS5 - EL2 and Graduates

Further information

For further information on ACT programs go to www.apsc.gov.au/learn or Regional programs go to www.apsc.gov.au/regional or contact the Program Manager at the ACT office on 02 6202 3787.

Terms and conditions

For cancellation and transfer terms and conditions please visit http://www.apsc.gov.au/learn/cancellation.htm.