Skill set Outline
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10/09/2026 10:07 PM AWST
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Defence Public Affairs Skill Set
Defence Public Affairs Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
DEFSS00048
DEFSS00048
State Code
AF328
AF328
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
14/04/2025
Current Release Date
14/04/2025
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
28/05/2025
Nominal Hours
0
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 14/04/2025 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set provides a set of skills for work in Defence Public Affairs where officers work autonomously within a team environment that requires them to write material for publication, make judgements about the suitability of material for publication within known contexts and a defined scope and take responsibility for their decisions.
Defence Public Affairs officers may be required to write and edit a range of public information products, such as print and digital articles, social media content and media releases.
Defence Public Affairs officers may be required to write and edit a range of public information products, such as print and digital articles, social media content and media releases.
Pathway Information
This skill set is part of the DEF Defence Training Package.
The skill set can be a standalone outcome, or the units may contribute to the achievement of relevant qualifications.
For example, some of the units of competency in this Skill Set can provide credit towards a qualification in the DEF Defence Training Package, such as the DEF42925 Certificate IV in Public Affairs and the DEF50525 Diploma of Public Affairs; check the qualification’s packaging rules for details.
The skill set can be a standalone outcome, or the units may contribute to the achievement of relevant qualifications.
For example, some of the units of competency in this Skill Set can provide credit towards a qualification in the DEF Defence Training Package, such as the DEF42925 Certificate IV in Public Affairs and the DEF50525 Diploma of Public Affairs; check the qualification’s packaging rules for details.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set applies to Defence Public Affairs officers who provide public affairs support for military operations, exercises, and activities within Australia and overseas.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
The DEFSS00048 Defence Public Affairs Skill Set meets the industry requirements for work in Defence public affairs.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBC25 | DEFDPA009 | Apply knowledge of public affairs in a service environment | 0 | Unit of competency |
| BBC11 | DEFDPA002 | Identify material suitable for media publication | 0 | Unit of competency |
| BBD09 | DEFDPA001 | Promote the organisation's mission and values | 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 |
| AVR10 | DEFGEN019 | Write material suitable for publication within Defence | 0 | Unit of competency |
