Skill set Outline
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14/09/2026 10:30 AM AWST
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Government Investigations
Government Investigations
Skill set
National Code
PSPSS00040
PSPSS00040
State Code
AD511
AD511
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
07/03/2016
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
105
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 07/03/2016 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set is for individuals working in a range of regulatory work environments involving gathering evidence and interviewing persons of interest. These competencies provide skills required to identify possible non-compliance and plan, initiate and report on a subsequent investigation.
Pathway Information
These units provide specialist skills to support public sector regulatory and compliance functions. Completion of this skill set provides credit towards PSP40416 Certificate IV in Government Investigations.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
Not applicable.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies meet the industry standard for public sector employees whose roles include conducting investigations.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWU77 | PSPINV002 | Conduct an investigation | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AWU78 | PSPINV003 | Finalise an investigation | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AWU79 | PSPINV001 | Plan and initiate an investigation | 45 | Unit of competency |
