Finally obtain a qualification that gets you ahead in Councils in all states
Where can this course take you?
Stand out and be ready for your next Pay Rise, Promotion, or new Job in Local Government!
If you have management or admin experience in Local Government but don’t have the piece of paper to go with it at this level, take the opportunity to get recognised for your skills so you can land a new job or promotion within your council or other councils across the country.
We have past Diploma in Local Government students working in Councils throughout Australia. Many have gotten Pay Rises and Promotions in their own Councils or shifted towns and states progressing their careers. Check your Enterprise Agreement to discover what this qualification will gain for you.
If you want to stay within your Council you will learn new skills to help you make a real difference to it’s smooth running.
View our Career Pathways guide to see how you can use your experience to gain qualifications and progress your career.
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Code: LGA50120
Units: 12
Length: 3-12 months (depending on experience)
Start Dates: Flexible, year-round
RPL Available: Yes
Delivery: Online
Funding Assistance: Click Here
Download Your
FREE Course Guide Now
Code: LGA50120
Units: 12
Length: 3-12 months (depending on experience)
Start Dates: Flexible, year-round
RPL Available: Yes
Delivery: Online
Funding Assistance: Click Here
Finally obtain a qualification that gets you ahead in Councils in all states
Where can this course take you?
Stand out and be ready for your next Pay Rise, Promotion, or new Job in Local Government!
If you have management or admin experience in Local Government but don’t have the piece of paper to go with it at this level, take the opportunity to get recognised for your skills so you can land a new job or promotion within your council or other councils across the country.
We have past Diploma in Local Government students working in Councils throughout Australia. Many have gotten Pay Rises and Promotions in their own Councils or shifted towns and states progressing their careers. Check your Enterprise Agreement to discover what this qualification will gain for you.
If you want to stay within your Council you will learn new skills to help you make a real difference to it’s smooth running.
View our Career Pathways guide to see how you can use your experience to gain qualifications and progress your career.
Progress Your Career to become a…
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Lead a gang/team of under 5 workers
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For those who implement systems and oversee people and contractors
For those who Monitor & Manage – safety, quality, environmental and risk systems, manage projects, oversee people, estimate, administer contracts…
Spend your day overseeing a number of construction gangs/teams on a construction site. Plan day-to-day operations, maintain workplace safety, and ensure the job is being carried out in line with the specifications.
Course Overview
COURSE: Diploma of Local Government
CODE: LGA50120
IDEAL FOR: Administration Staff, HR Staff, Supervisors and Managers…
UNITS: 12
DURATION: 3-15 months Generally, most diligent students are able to complete 1 unit a month, so they will finish between 8 –15 months. You can complete as quick as you like.
DELIVERY: Online + Unlimited Phone Sessions
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Age: 25 Years or over
Academic Suitability: Proof of completing:
– Year 12/Senior Certificate; or
– An AQF Qualification at Level 4 or above (Australian Certificate IV, Diploma, University Degree); or
– Pass a Government approved LLN Test. (You must display competence at or above Exit level 3 in both numeracy and literacy)
Industry Experience:
– 2+ Years relevant Industry Experience supervising at least 2 employees in a work crew; or
– Company Referees to testify your skill level. This would involve a phone conversation with each referee
English language: see ‘English Requirements’ in the footer of the website for more information.
Resource Requirements: Students are required to have access to the internet and a computer in order to access their materials online.
General: Motivation and good reason to complete qualification
NOTE: If an applicant does not meet the following criteria but believes they are capable, they will need to book a meeting with the Training Manager/Director and the enrolment may be accepted at their discretion.
*Requirements listed here do not apply to Traineeship qualifications.
RPL: Yes
START DATES: Flexible, Year Round
FUNDING ASSISTANCE: Click Here
What is this Diploma of Local Government Course about? You will discover and implement the practical strategies that will make a REAL difference to:
- Working Effectively in Local Government
- Implementing and Monitoring The Organisations OHS Policies Procedures and Programs
Within the Work Group or Section
- Providing Team Leadership
- Leading and Managing Team Effectiveness
- Preparing Preliminary Design for Op Works
Units
There are 12 units in this qualification. You can often fit another qualification also within the 12 units. Your units may differ depending if you have credits, if you are completing another qualification also at the same time or if you have chosen different electives.
What Our Students Are Saying
Gain Two Qualifications at the same time…
To double your employment options and increase the industries you can work in (without doing double the work), most of our students complete this qualification as a dual.
Diploma of Local Government + Diploma of Business Administration + Diploma of Business
Diploma of Local Government + Diploma of Business Administration + Diploma of Business
If you are a senior Administration staff member in any division of Council eg. Rates, Community Services, Human Resources, Operational Works… Completing this qualification gives you 3 qualifications!!! Gain your Diploma of Local Government + your Diploma of Business Administration + your Diploma of Business at the same time. Wow…
ㅤDiploma of Local Government + Diploma of Leadership and Management + Diploma of Quality Auditing
Diploma of Local Government + Diploma of Leadership and Management + Diploma of Quality Auditing
Here’s how to become a Professional Local Government Supervisor or Manager and develop Your Career and Skills in Quality Auditing and Leadership and Management… Gaining 3 qualifications multiples your employment opportunities and shows future employers that you are serious about your Local Government skills and career as well as your career in Management and Quality Auditing. Use this to gain new skills and recognition for the skills you already have, help towards a promotion or better job.
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If the qualification combination you are looking for is not here,
please see our full list of qualifications.
Gain Two Qualifications at the same time…
Diploma of Local Government +
Diploma of Business Administration +
Diploma of Business
If you are a senior Administration staff member in any division of Council eg. Rates, Community Services, Human Resources, Operational Works… Completing this qualification gives you 3 qualifications!!! Gain your Diploma of Local Government + your Diploma of Business Administration + your Diploma of Business at the same time. Wow…
Diploma of Local Government +
Diploma of Leadership and Management +
Diploma of Quality Auditing
Here’s how to become a Professional Local Government Supervisor or Manager and develop Your Career and Skills in Quality Auditing and Leadership and Management… Gaining 3 qualifications multiples your employment opportunities and shows future employers that you are serious about your Local Government skills and career as well as your career in Management and Quality Auditing. Use this to gain new skills and recognition for the skills you already have, help towards a promotion or better job.