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Advanced Diploma of Police Search and Rescue Management
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POL60421
You have managed complex search and rescue operations where precision and leadership are the difference. Experience at this level is a form of evidence that deserves to be formally recognised. We are currently establishing RTO partnerships for this qualification and invite you to register your interest for updates on its availability.
About This Qualification
This qualification allows for the attainment of skills and knowledge in police search and rescue (SAR) management. The qualification covers skills that allow police officers to employ broad knowledge and highly skilled practice in managing SAR operations within a police environment. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Qualification Code
POL60421
Training Package
POL — Police Training Package
AQF Level
Advanced Diploma
Total Units
8 (8 core + 0 elective)
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
National Register
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Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Police Search and Rescue Manager | Managing strategic search and rescue operations and coordinating multi-agency personnel during emergency situations. |
| Specialist Police Officer (SAR) | Applying highly skilled practice in land and marine environments to protect life and preserve the peace. |
| Emergency Management Policy Officer | Formulating and revising organisational policies relating to emergency management and jurisdictional policing. |
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
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RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
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What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Detailed CV and work history
- ✓Position descriptions from specialist SAR units
- ✓Performance reviews and service records
Operational Management
- ✓SAR operation logs and incident command records
- ✓Multi-agency coordination and liaison plans
- ✓Risk management assessments for SAR environments
Land & Marine SAR
- ✓Land search and rescue operational reports
- ✓Marine SAR duty logs and coordination plans
- ✓Equipment and resource allocation records
Exercise & Evaluation
- ✓SAR exercise design and evaluation reports
- ✓Jurisdictional reviews of policing practices
- ✓Policy formulation or revision documents
Media & Team Leadership
- ✓Media briefing notes and communication plans
- ✓Team development and mentoring records
- ✓Resource management spreadsheets for large-scale operations
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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