Public Service Officer Courses
Public Service Officers work across various government roles, including administration and management, in the Australian Public Service.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Public Service Officer
Get qualified to work as a Public Service Officer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
BSB40120
Duration
5 weeks - 24 months
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Step into a supervisory or management role with the BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business. This nationally recognised qualification will level up your use of digital technologies and develop your critical thinking, business relationships and communication strategies. Even better you can choose from one of nine specialisation areas — leadership, administration, operations, sustainability, big data, cyber security, finance, records and information management, or procurement. Graduate with an arsenal of skills...
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Duration
5 weeks - 24 months
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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11143NAT
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
The 11143NAT Advanced Diploma of Governance, Risk and Compliance is for company directors, committee members, and senior executives in charge of the organisation’s corporate risk and compliance. This award winning course is completely self-paced and you’ll graduate with an arsenal of hands-on skills. The course will teach you how to conduct leadership reviews, develop a strategic plan, review the organisation’s policy framework, conduct a compliance health check, and evaluate the organisation’s ability to...
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Blended, On Campus
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PSP50416
Duration
5 days - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
The PSP50416 Diploma of Government Investigations delivers the skills you need to carry out fraud and compliance investigations in the public service. Over 12-18 months of training you will learn how to anticipate and detect possible fraud activity, and communicate fraud control awareness. The course also covers: ethics and compliance legislation, investigation techniques, communication skills, carrying out investigation reviews and evaluations. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, graduation c...
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Duration
5 days - 24 months
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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PSP40122
Duration
5 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL
Get a senior role in the public service with the PSP40122 Certificate IV in Government. This nationally recognised qualification supports a wide range of career opportunities in administration services, revenue collection, human resources, injury claims and rehabilitation, border protection, customs, museum management, and customer service. During your studies you’ll learn how to apply government processes and uphold the principles and values of the public service, you’ll then choose electives that suppor...
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Duration
5 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL
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Common questions
How much do Public Service Officers earn?
Salaries for Public Service Officers vary greatly and are determined by your actual job role as well as your specialist skills, professional experience, and qualifications.
What are the job opportunities for Public Service Officers?
There are around 150,000 Public Service Officers employed across Australia right now. This ranges from entry-level clerks to high-end departmental officials and senior managers.
How do I become a Public Service Officer?
There are many career paths within the Australian Public Service (APS) and the best way to get started is to obtain a qualification in your area of interest (eg, business administration, accounting, law, marketing, human resources, workplace safety, environmental science, community services) along with a VET qualification from the Public Sector Training Package (eg, Certificate IV of Government, Diploma of Government).
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Public Service Officers work for state, territory, and federal government agencies in a variety of job roles including administrative, technical, professional, and management positions. Public Service Officer is a collective term for anyone working in the Australian Public Service (APS) and also includes the term Public Servant.
Jobs in the Australian Public Service (APS) are mostly found in the state and territory capitals, regional cities, and larger towns. Employment opportunities for Public Service Officers are available in nearly all work sectors including community welfare, education, defence, correctional services, construction, health, water supply, public policy, planning, legal services, natural resources, and environment.
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