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Diploma of Forensic Investigation
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POL54124
You have spent years meticulously processing scenes and securing the evidence that underpins the justice system. Your specialised expertise in forensic investigation is a distinct form of evidence in its own right. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to create a dedicated recognition pathway for this diploma, and we invite you to register your interest to be notified when it becomes available.
About This Qualification
Qualification Code
POL54124
Training Package
POL — Police Training Package
AQF Level
Diploma
Total Units
See training.gov.au
Entry Requirements
No formal entry requirements
National Register
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Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Forensic Investigator | Attends crime scenes to search for, record, and collect physical evidence such as fingerprints and DNA. |
| Fingerprint Investigator | Specialises in the identification, enhancement, and analysis of latent prints in a laboratory or field environment. |
| Crime Scene Officer | Manages the forensic integrity of complex scenes, ensuring all physical evidence is preserved and documented. |
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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
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
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:
“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”
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
- ✓Current resume and detailed work history
- ✓Official position descriptions from police or investigative agencies
- ✓Performance reviews and internal commendations
Scene Documentation
- ✓Crime scene photography portfolios
- ✓Detailed site sketches and measurement logs
- ✓Scene entry and exit logs
Evidence Management
- ✓Chain of custody records and evidence logs
- ✓Fingerprint lift cards and enhancement records
- ✓Biological and trace evidence collection logs
Reporting & Testimony
- ✓Formal forensic investigation reports
- ✓Expert witness statements for court proceedings
- ✓Transcripts of court testimony
Technical Proficiency
- ✓Specialised equipment usage logs (ALS, chemical enhancement)
- ✓Laboratory analysis request documentation
- ✓Internal training certifications in forensic techniques
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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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Police Training Package.
Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Forensic Investigation
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Advanced Diploma
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Advanced Diploma
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POL60121
Advanced Diploma
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POL60225
Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Police Investigation
POL65125
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