Qualification Outline
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Certificate I in Defence Skills
Certificate I in Defence Skills
DEF10126
BTY0
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 20/05/2026 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides a pathway to build an individual's knowledge and awareness of skills applicable to the Defence working environment.
This qualification is suitable for delivery through VET delivered to Secondary Students, Australian Defence Force Cadets, and other youth development programs.
Graduates with this qualification:
work safely and responsibly in supervised environments, following workplace health and safety procedures
operate effectively as part of a team
communicate clearly and follow instructions, using organisational protocols and communications systems
use basic workplace technologies, including digital devices and business software, to complete routine tasks
navigate and operate in outdoor environments.
Foundation Skills Outcomes
The foundation skills outcomes implicit in this qualification are outlined in the below table.
Learning
Reading
Writing
Oral Communication
Numeracy
2
1
1
2
1
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Nine (9) units of competency are required for this qualification comprising:- Five (5) core units listed below, plus
- Four (4) elective units
Choose two (2) elective units from the electives list.
The remaining (2) elective units may be chosen from the elective unit list below or from another currently endorsed training package or accredited course.
Elective units from outside the below list must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualifications Framework level and contribute to an industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
These units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCE92 | BSBCMM211 | Apply communication skills | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCD86 | BSBWHS211 | Contribute to the health and safety of self and others | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AVQ81 | DEFMIL009 | Integrate into the Defence working environment | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR28 | DEFGEN001 | Work in a team | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR22 | DEFGEN006 | Work with equity and diversity | 0 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective units
Choose at least (2) units from this group.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDL8 | DEF10117 | Certificate I in Defence Skills | Qualification |
General Notes
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Entry Requirements
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