7 QUALIFICATIONS · 3 SPECIALISATIONS · CERT IV TO DIPLOMA

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Recognition of Prior Learning converts your government security, investigations, vetting, and compliance experience into nationally recognised PSP qualifications — without going back to study.

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Qualifications

$1,035

From (Cert IV)

85%

RPL Success

4–8wk

Turnaround

ALL 7 GOVERNMENT QUALIFICATIONS

PSP40316

Cert IV Government Security

Cert IV Gov Investigations

$1,150$1,035

PSP40416

Cert IV Gov Investigations

Regulatory Compliance

$1,150$1,035

PSP50316

Diploma of Gov Security

$1,500$1,350

PSP50416

Diploma of Gov Investigations

$1,500$1,350

Prices shown include a 10% discount — currently applied to all qualifications. All-inclusive, GST-free.

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DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?

Is Government RPL Right for You?

If you're working in any of these areas, your experience likely already qualifies you for a government qualification.

🏛️

Public Sector Administrators

You manage compliance processes, handle classified material, coordinate between government departments, or oversee administrative security procedures.

Cert IV Gov Security · Cert IV Gov Investigations · Diplomas

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Security & Compliance Officers

You conduct security assessments, manage access control, handle protective security, or ensure compliance with government security frameworks and AGSVA requirements.

Cert IV Gov Security · Personnel Vetting · Fraud Control

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Investigators & Analysts

You gather evidence, conduct interviews, write investigation reports, or manage fraud detection and regulatory enforcement cases within government or private sector.

Cert IV Gov Investigations · Regulatory Compliance · Diploma

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Risk & Policy Professionals

You develop security policies, manage risk frameworks, conduct vetting of personnel, or oversee governance and compliance across departments.

Diploma Gov Security · Diploma Gov Investigations · Personnel Vetting

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How RPL Turns Experience Into a Qualification

No study, no exams — just your real government experience, formally recognised.

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Our team identifies every government qualification you're eligible for and guides your evidence gathering.

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Your nationally recognised government qualification is awarded. Digital copy emailed, hard copy posted.

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INTERACTIVE CALCULATOR

See How Much More You Could Earn in Government

Estimate your salary uplift after getting a government security or investigations qualification.

Industry

🏛️ Government 1.15× multiplier

Qualification Level

Certificate IV

Diploma

Current Hourly Rate

$40

$20/hr$75/hr

Years of Experience

5 yrs

1 year25 years

YOUR ESTIMATED ANNUAL UPLIFT

+$0

per year with a government qualification

+$0

Weekly

0 wks

Payback Period

+$0

5-Year Total

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Estimates based on ABS Employee Earnings Cat. 6333.0, August 2025 with industry multipliers. Individual outcomes may vary.

ABS VERIFIED DATA

What Qualified Government Professionals Earn

Real median weekly earnings by qualification level — Australian Bureau of Statistics, August 2025.

$42.90

Median Hourly
Rate (ABS)

80%

Employment Rate
With Qualification

3.4%

Annual Wage
Growth (WPI)

No Qualification

$1,000/wk

Cert III / IV ★
$1,400/wk

Diploma ★
$1,462/wk

Graduate Diploma

$1,900/wk

THE COST OF NOT QUALIFYING

$20,800/yr

The annual gap between no qualification ($1,000/wk) and Certificate IV ($1,400/wk). Your $1,035 investment pays back in under 3 weeks.

Source: ABS Employee Earnings Cat. 6333.0, August 2025 · ABS Education & Work May 2025 · ABS WPI December 2025

ALL 7 QUALIFICATIONS

7 Government Qualifications — 3 Specialisations

Two qualification tracks — Government Security and Government Investigations — each with specialist streams. Tap any qualification for details.

GOVERNMENT SECURITY — PSP40316 (3 SPECIALISATIONS)

CERT IV

PSP40316

Certificate IV in Government Security

$1,150$1,035

10% OFF

Covers protective security, physical security management, security risk assessment, and government security policy. Ideal for professionals managing security operations in government agencies or private sector contractors.

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CERT IV

PSP40316

Cert IV in Government Security

Fraud Control

$1,150$1,035

10% OFF

Specialises in fraud detection, prevention, and investigation within government programs. Covers fraud risk assessment, evidence handling, and compliance reporting. High demand across ATO, Centrelink, NDIS, and state agencies.

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CERT IV

PSP40316

Cert IV in Government Security

Personnel Vetting

$1,150$1,035

10% OFF

Specialises in personnel security vetting, background checks, and security clearance processes. Covers AGSVA vetting frameworks, risk assessment of personnel, and trust position evaluation. Critical for anyone working with government security clearances.

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GOVERNMENT INVESTIGATIONS — PSP40416 (2 SPECIALISATIONS)

CERT IV

PSP40416

Certificate IV in Government Investigations

$1,150$1,035

10% OFF

Covers evidence collection, witness management, investigation planning, report writing, and legislative compliance. Ideal for professionals conducting investigations in government agencies, regulatory bodies, or compliance departments.

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CERT IV

PSP40416

Cert IV in Government Investigations

Regulatory Compliance

$1,150$1,035

10% OFF

Specialises in regulatory enforcement, compliance monitoring, inspections, and legislative requirement enforcement across government and industry sectors. Strong demand in ASIC, APRA, EPA, SafeWork, and Fair Work environments.

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DIPLOMA LEVEL — HIGHEST GOVERNMENT QUALIFICATIONS

DIPLOMA

PSP50316

Diploma of Government Security

$1,500$1,350

10% OFF

The highest government security qualification available. Covers security policy development, risk strategy, incident response management, and security program leadership. Positions you for senior security management roles across government departments.

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DIPLOMA

PSP50416

Diploma of Government Investigations

$1,500$1,350

10% OFF

The highest government investigations qualification available. Covers investigation team leadership, complex case management, enforcement program oversight, and strategic investigation planning. Ideal for senior investigators and compliance managers.

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Prices shown include a 10% discount — currently applied to all qualifications. All pricing is all-inclusive, GST-free.

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SIDE-BY-SIDE COMPARISON

RPL vs Traditional Study — The Smarter Path

See how getting your government qualification through RPL compares to traditional study.

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RPL with 3CIR ★ RECOMMENDED

Traditional Study

Cost (Cert IV)

$1,035 (10% off)

$3,000–$8,000+

Time

4–8 weeks

12–24 months

Exams

None required

Multiple assessments

Study Load

Zero — based on experience

15–20 hrs/week

Qualification

Identical AQF credential

Same AQF credential

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ABOUT GOVERNMENT RPL QUALIFICATIONS

Government security and investigations qualifications under the PSP Public Sector Training Package are nationally recognised credentials regulated by the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). These include Certificate IV in Government Security (PSP40316) with specialisations in Personnel Vetting and Fraud Control, Certificate IV in Government Investigations (PSP40416) with a Regulatory Compliance specialisation, and Diploma-level qualifications in both streams. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) enables experienced government professionals, compliance officers, investigators, and security practitioners to receive formal credentials based on demonstrated workplace competency — without further study. All qualifications are issued by Asset College (RTO 31718), regulated by ASQA.

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Government RPL — Your Questions Answered

Everything you need to know about government security and investigations RPL qualifications.

How much do government RPL qualifications cost with 3CIR?

All five Certificate IV qualifications are $1,035 each with the current 10% discount applied (normally $1,150). Both Diploma qualifications are $1,350 (normally $1,500). All pricing is all-inclusive, GST-free, with no hidden fees. Flexible payment plans available through Afterpay, Klarna, Zip, GoCardless, and DebitSuccess. The initial RPL assessment is always 100% free.

What is the difference between Government Security and Government Investigations?

Government Security (PSP40316) covers protective security — access control, security risk assessment, security policy, personnel vetting, and fraud control. Government Investigations (PSP40416) covers evidence-based enquiry — investigation planning, evidence collection, witness management, regulatory compliance, and enforcement. Both streams are available at Certificate IV and Diploma levels. Many professionals qualify for qualifications in both streams.

What are the Personnel Vetting, Fraud Control, and Regulatory Compliance specialisations?

Personnel Vetting focuses on security clearance assessment, background checking, and AGSVA vetting frameworks. Fraud Control covers fraud detection, prevention, investigation, and compliance reporting within government programs. Regulatory Compliance specialises in enforcement, inspections, and legislative compliance monitoring. All three are specialist streams within the Certificate IV qualifications, targeting specific career pathways in government.

How long does government RPL take?

Most government qualifications are awarded in 4–8 weeks from the point you submit your evidence — some in as little as 3 weeks with well-organised documentation. The free assessment form takes 2 minutes and our team responds within 24–48 hours. No exams, no assignments, no classroom attendance. You can complete everything while continuing to work full-time.

Do I need AGSVA clearance to study government security?

No — you do not need an existing security clearance to complete these qualifications through RPL. The qualifications assess your competency in government security frameworks and processes, not your clearance status. However, if you do have current or previous AGSVA clearance experience, or have worked in security-cleared environments, that experience is valuable evidence for your RPL assessment.

Are government RPL qualifications the same as TAFE or university?

Yes — identical. Every government qualification issued through 3CIR is delivered under Asset College (RTO 31718) and sits on the Australian Qualifications Framework. These PSP qualifications carry the exact same weight as those from any other registered training organisation. Your credential appears on your USI transcript and is recognised by government agencies, employers, and regulatory bodies across Australia.

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