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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. It is comprised of a selection of quality training sessions the Commission offers and participants will part take in various work-relevant assignments and simulated activities that are both challenging and educational. As a result, the participants will be prepared and qualified to operate in a broader strategic role.

Program overview

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

APS Induction (online)
Legislation and APS decision-making
The APS Values and Code of Conduct
Essential writing for APS 5-6 levels
Financial management – introduction
Enrich your representational skills
Enhancing your performance in the APS
Stakeholder engagement
Essentials for new team leaders
Assess your leadership capabilities
APS job applications and interview skills

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

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
BSBWOR501A 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

Diploma of Government Schedule - 2nd iteration

Canberra

2012 Dates	Program
13th March, 2012	Orientation to the qualification Upholding and supporting the APS values, Code of Conduct and Diversity Tips for research and analysis
3rd April, 2012	Financial management - introduction
29th May, 2012	Legislation and decision - making
20th June, 2012	Workplace safety
26th June, 2012	Essential writing for APS 5-6
17th July, 2012	Enrich your representational skills
18th July, 2012	Enhancing your performance in the APS
23rd July, 2012	Stakeholder engagement
24th July, 2012	Simulation workshop
20th - 21st August, 2012	Essentials for new team leaders
17th September, 2012	Assess your leadership capabilities
18th September, 2012	APS job applications and interview skills
25th September, 2012	Final presentation and reflections

Sydney

2012 Dates	Program
7th February, 2012	Orientation to the qualification Upholding and supporting the APS values, Code of Conduct and Diversity Tips for research and analysis
13th February, 2012	Legislation and decision - making
20th February, 2012	Financial management - introduction
6th March, 2012	Essential writing for APS 5-6
7th March, 2012	Workplace safety
13th March, 2012	Enrich your representational skills
14th March, 2012	Enhancing your performance in the APS
8th May, 2012	Stakeholder engagement
9th May, 2012	Simulation workshop
24th – 25th May, 2012	Essentials for new team leaders
5th June 2012	Assess your leadership capabilities
6th June 2012	APS job applications and interview skills
20th June, 2012	Final presentation and reflections

Who should attend

APS 5-6 and Graduates.

Further information

For further information on ACT programs go to www.apsc.gov.au/learn or contact 02 6202 3522.

Terms and conditions

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

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