Skill set Outline
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13/09/2026 9:45 AM AWST
13/09/2026 9:45 AM AWST
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Paralegal Services in the Defence Environment Skill Set
Paralegal Services in the Defence Environment Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
DEFSS00046
DEFSS00046
State Code
AF284
AF284
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
07/11/2024
Current Release Date
07/11/2024
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
20/11/2024
Nominal Hours
0
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 07/11/2024 | Current | Approved |
Description
This Skill Set enables Defence personnel to provide paralegal subject matter expertise; prepare, process and record documents; and perform legal research across the range of Defence and Commonwealth public service legal matters within a Defence context.
Pathway Information
This Skill Set is part of the DEF Defence Training Package. The Skill Set can be a standalone outcome or the units of competency may contribute to the achievement of relevant qualifications.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this Skill Set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This Skill Set is relevant for Defence paralegal personnel who are required to support the implementation of policy, legislation and regulations in relation to Defence and Commonwealth public service legal matters in a Defence context.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
The DEFSS00046 Paralegal Services in the Defence Environment Skill Set meets the industry requirements for Defence paralegal personnel who work independently or as part of a team to provide specific public sector advice as the paralegal subject-matter expert in a Defence context.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEE54 | DEFDPL028 | Provide paralegal support across Defence legal matters and tasks | 0 | Unit of competency |
| OEE58 | DEFDPL032 | Work in a public service legal environment | 0 | Unit of competency |
