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    Certificate III in Vocational and Study Pathways for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People

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    Certificate III in Vocational and Study Pathways for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People
    Overview

    About this course

    IPROWD supports Aboriginal People to train for careers with the NSW Police Force or the Australian Federal Police (AFP). It provides a safe, supportive learning environment to help you create positive change in your community.

    Outcomes

    What you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • work and study independently

    • understand ethics, rights and responsibilities in the workplace

    • improve your reading, writing and maths skills

    • use culturally appropriate communication

    • apply safe work practices.

    Course outcomes

    Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.

    • A sound understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities.

    • Skills to use cultural protocols effectively.

    • Confidence using technology to complete your assessments.

    • Skills in conflict resolution.

    • Strong pathways to continue your studies and advance your career opportunities.

    Suitability

    Is this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.

    • Be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Person and be accepted within your community.

    • Complete an electronic IPROWD application form [PDF, 444 KB].

    • Have a driving record showing no history of serious offences.

    • Be at least 18 years of age at the start of the course.

    • Take part in a pre-enrolment interview.

    • Complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills review. This helps us determine whether your skills match the demands of the course, direct you to an alternative study option, or connect you with study support. Your teacher will let you know when this must be completed.

    Completion requirements

    During your study you'll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:

    • a Working With Children Check (WWCC)

    • a national police check

    • a medical and fitness screening

    • vaccinations related to influenza and/or COVID-19 as required under any public health mandates

    • any other vaccinations required by your workplace.

    Note:

    • Your teacher will let you know when these are required.

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • an interest in policing, serving and creating safer communities

    • the ability to pass basic screening by the NSW Police Force or Australian Federal Police including a criminal history and driving record check

    • an interest in training for a career

    • the ability to read and interpret documents and reports

    • good teamwork and communication skills.

    We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.

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    Pathways

    Future career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: NSW Police Force officer, Australian Federal Police officer and Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer in NSW Police Force, Australian Federal Police and other law enforcement agencies.

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study0 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    The Certificate III in Vocational and Study Pathways for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People does not have any pre-requisite courses.

    Further study1 Course

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    Related study1 Course

    Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    Units

    Units taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Vocational and Study Pathways for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 15 units of competency, including 10 core and 5 speciality units.

    Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Examine routine workplace practices from an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander perspectiveNAT11036004

    • Respond to racist behaviour towards Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander PeoplesNAT11036003

    • Develop conflict resolution skills as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander PersonNAT11036002

    • Research Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Identity NAT11036001

    TAFE NSW services

    Facilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs - be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning - an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations - get social with our student community

    Study options

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