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10971NAT - Certificate IV in Justice Studies

Course Details

Course Summary

Let us help you get the right start to your career in the justice system.  In addition to giving you solid skills in a range of legal areas, this course will give you the chance to pursue a rewarding career in a variety of fields such as police, youth justice or border force. 

This course provides learners with the specialist skills and knowledge required to perform the following duties and functions:

  • Interpret and apply legislation to provide support and advice on justice-related issues
  • Work effectively in the crime and justice sector and within the legal and regulatory frameworks
  • Prepare accurate documentation and communication using methods and protocols appropriate to the justice sector and the context
  • Identify and apply the principles of law enforcement and the principles of natural justice
  • Identify and explain social justice issues and the impact of these on crime and justice-related matters
  • Conduct research from primary and secondary sources to gather the evidence and information necessary to complete justice-related tasks

This is a nationally recognised accredited course.

Entry Requirements

Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.

What is the purpose of bksb?  The bksb is an approved online review tool that will give the student a level for their English (literacy) and Maths (numeracy) levels, and can also help to identify any skill gaps or areas that the student might need additional support in.

It is beneficial for those seeking entry into the Certificate IV in Justice Studies to satisfy at least one of the entry requirements provided below:

  • successful completion of Certificate III qualification; or
  • completion of Year 10 or equivalent with a sound achievement in English, or
  • relevant work or life experience in the business or justice fields.

 

Course Details

Course Type Qualification
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
Full Fee $5,150.00 (2024)
$5,320.00 (2025)
Subsidised Full Fee $3,210.00 (2024)
$3,300.00 (2025)
Subsidised Concession Fee $2,620.00 (2024)
$2,700.00 (2025)
Fee for service per unit $515.00 (2024)
$532.00 (2025)
Subsidised full fee per unit $321.00 (2024)
$330.00 (2025)
RPL Fee for service per Unit $258.00 (2024)
$399.00 (2025)
For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees
Application Mode
  • Direct To University
How to Apply Please Enquire or Apply Now
Study Area
  • Business, Accounting and Law
Skill Area
  • Justice and Law Enforcement
AQF Level Level 4: Certificate IV

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes 		Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes 		Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

The achievement of this qualification requires you to complete 6 core and 4 elective units.  On successful completion, students will receive a Certificate IV in Justice Studies. 

Career Opportunities: Police Officer (State or Federal), Corrections Officer, Legal Administration, Court Services Officer, Protective Services Officer, Australian Border Force Officer, Private Investigator, Local/State Government Investigator, Youth Justice Roles and Government Administrator. 

Pathways: Students who complete 10971NAT Certificate IV in Justice Studies will be eligible for direction entry into 10972NAT Diploma of Justice Studies at CQUniversity. The Certificate IV in Justice Studies has a number of units in common with the Diploma of Justice Studies and students may receive credit for units completed in 10971NAT. 

Exit Points: Students who exit this course at any time before completion will receive a Statement of Attainment for those units of competency they have successfully achieved. 

Course Structures

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete 6 core units
  2. Complete 4 elective units
This course has been structured into Clusters with a goal of streamlining the enrolment process.

These Clusters have been designed as a recommended study plan to ensure all course requirements are met.Training.gov.au

Study Mode Definitions

  • Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
  • On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
  • Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.

*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.

Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.

Please select a course structure from the options below:
ONLINE COURSE
COURSE STRUCTURE

Online self-directed: 12 - 18 Months

Part-time: One (1) unit per intake. 10 weeks per intake

To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommend limiting your workload to no more than one (1) unit per intake. Some students may progress at a faster rate based on their experience, knowledge, and skills, as they would be able to apply the actual context of workplace experience to their assessments.

  • Online
  • Domestic

ONLINE COURSE

Cluster 1: 10971NAT_C01: BSBLEG421
Cluster 2: 10971NAT_C02: BSBXCM401
Cluster 3: 10971NAT_C03: NAT10971002
Cluster 4: 10971NAT_C04: PSPREG033
Cluster 5: 10971NAT_C05: BSBPEF402
Cluster 6: 10971NAT_C06: NAT10971001
Cluster 7: 10971NAT_C07: NAT10972001
Cluster 8: 10971NAT_C08: NAT10971003
Cluster 9: 10971NAT_C09: BSBLEG524
Cluster 10: 10971NAT_C10: PSPLEG006

Online self-directed course study is structured into fixed intake study periods that have set durations of 10 weeks per intake period from the intake commencement date.  You will be able to access your learning materials two weeks prior to the commencement of the intake study period. You must be enrolled into your unit/s to be able to access your learning materials.

To ensure you can manage your study load, we strongly recommend students follow the recommended unit study sequence when enrolling and enrol in no more than 1 unit per intake or the units required to complete one cluster/stage unless otherwise advised. 

Course Assessment Information

RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
Assessment Types
Practical Task
Written/Electronic Assessment
RPL
Project
Course Learning Outcomes
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Domestic 2022 Availabilities

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