PUA60112 Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management) Ver 1.0 Page 1
Introduction is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO number 41002) registered with the Australian Skills Quality Authority. is proud to offer the Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management) as a two year workplace based program. The program provides learners with the skills and knowledge required when working in an emergency management environment. This includes general management skills combined with a specific focus on working with the community and other key stakeholders prior to, during and after an emergency incident. Learners will be empowered by this course and be equipped to work in a multi-agency team responding to emergencies which have occurred in the community. Learners will gain a nationally recognised qualification in the Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management) PUA60112. Units of Competence The Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management) comprises 12 units of competence. Based on our consultation with industry, we have selected the following units of competence: Module Unit of Competency 1 PUACOM007B Liaise with other organisations 2 PUAEMR008B Contribute to an emergency risk management process (Core) 3 PUAEMR018A Work in an emergency management context 4 PUAEMR031 Design emergency management exercises (Core) 5 PUAMAN001B Manage the organisation s public safety responsibilities 6 PUAMAN005B Manage Projects 7 PUAEMR021A Facilitate emergency planning processes (Core) 8 PUAOPE017A Coordinate resources for a multi-agency incident (Core) 9 PUAEMR030 Manage and evaluate emergency management exercises (Core) 10 PUAEMR009B Facilitate emergency risk assessment (Core) 11 PUAEMR017A Manage recovery functions and services (Core) 12 BSBCON601B Develop and maintain business continuity plans (Core) Ver 1.0 Page 2
National recognition These competencies have been drawn from the nationally endorsed industry training package the Public Safety Training Package (PUA12). On successfully completing the training and assessment, the qualification PUA60112 Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management) will be issued. A transcript list all of the units of competence will also be issued. The qualification and units of competence are nationally recognised and provides individuals with a valuable qualification that can be applied throughout Australia and the wider business and customer services community. Program outline The course will be delivered in the workplace using a combination of one-on-one and group theory instruction and workplace practice and assessment. trainers will travel to the workplace to ensure your learning is relevant to your current employer and future duties. Training sessions are trainer led. Participants will typically attend formal training sessions once per month. The modules are sequenced in a way that allows a logical progression. Participants will be provided with professionally presented reference material to assist them to develop their knowledge of the subject. The student s workload is spread across four main activities: Ver 1.0 Page 3
Expected duration The program is designed to be delivered over 20 months. A longer duration has been chosen to allow students to progress whilst continuing to maintain their normal work routine and output. are able to support participants that need additional time and can assist those participants that want to fast track their learning. Assessment requirements The assessment is conducted using a combination of realistic workplace tasks, projects, knowledge tests, response to case studies and feedback from supervisors. The following provides a brief explanation of the assessment methods are to be applied: Demonstration / Role-Play. The student is required to demonstrate a range of skills whilst being observed by, or interacting with, the assessor. They activities will be clearly explained and always relate to duties relevant to the workplace. These activities allow the assessor to observe the student apply their knowledge and skills during practical activity. Written Report / Case Study / Journal. The student is required to produce a range of written records or reports based on real workplace scenarios or based on a case study that is provided by the assessor. Project. The student is required to undertake a range of projects in the context of his or her own workplace or on a case study that is provided by the assessor. A project will require the creation of various workplace documents (reports, memos, etc). Projects will often have a practical presentation component where the student will be asked to present the outcomes of their project. Knowledge Test. The student is required to undertake a number of written knowledge tests over the course of his or her study. These tests will be provided to the student by the assessor at an arranged time and the student will be required to individually complete the test. The student may research their answers from the course training materials and notes as well as relevant workplace references. Workplace Supervisor Report. Workplace supervisors will be asked to provide feedback about the student s performance during a module. The supervisor will receive a briefing at the time the student begins studying each module to inform them of the module requirements. Ver 1.0 Page 4
Entry requirements There are no specified entry requirements for this training program. It is acknowledge that many students will have vocational experience in a relevant role that will have provided a suitable preparation for the program. It is usually the case that personnel entering this program are identified by their employer based on their need for professional development and growth. Recognition of Prior Learning Applicants can apply for recognition of their existing skills and knowledge that is relevant to the units of competence within the program. These skills and knowledge may have been obtained through workplace training or experience and may reduce the number of units required to be complete during the program. Students are encouraged to notify of their interest or intention to apply for RPL prior to their enrolment. Student Information Detailed student information is available within our Participant Handbook which is supplied with the enrolment package. This booklet contains important information about a student s right and obligation such as their right to privacy, a safe training environment and right to complain or appeal an assessment decision. It is important that persons applying for enrolment have had an opportunity to review this information first. Please contact us and we can send this information to you straight away. Cost The cost of your training is provided on a fee for service basis. The current cost is outlined in our fee schedule. Contact us and get the ball rolling! Ph: 0458 888502 (Lee Shearer) or 0413 457757 (Philippa Woolf) Email: lee@acimsolutions.com.au or philippa@acimsolutions.com.au Web: www.acimsolutions.com.au NOTE: All images used in brochure openly sourced from internet. Ver 1.0 Page 5