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Diploma of Leadership
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DEF51115
Your experience leading teams in high-pressure environments is a distinct form of expertise that deserves formal recognition. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to offer a guided pathway for this qualification. Register your interest to be notified as soon as we can begin mapping your leadership experience to national standards.
About This Qualification
This qualification allows for the attainment of competencies in leadership. This qualification was written for Defence officers, but may apply to any person required to provide leadership in difficult circumstances. The leadership context will vary depending on the occupational groups; these occupational outcomes are not reflected in the qualification. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Qualification Code
DEF51115
Training Package
DEF — Defence Training Package
AQF Level
Diploma
Total Units
14 (4 core + 10 elective)
Entry Requirements
Nil
National Register
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Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Team Leader | Directing the daily activities of operational units to ensure objectives are met with precision and safety. |
| Operations Supervisor | Coordinating resources and personnel to manage complex workflows in challenging or high-stakes environments. |
| Technical Consultant | Providing expert advice on specialised systems or strategic procedures within an organisational framework. |
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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
- ✓Service records or detailed CV
- ✓Position descriptions from Defence or civilian roles
- ✓Performance appraisal reports (PARs)
Operational Leadership
- ✓Team briefing notes and orders
- ✓Incident or post-activity reports
- ✓Records of personnel management and mentoring
Technical Advisory
- ✓Technical advice reports or briefing papers
- ✓Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) contributions
- ✓Quality assurance or compliance logs
Professional Conduct
- ✓Certificates of commendation or service
- ✓Professional development logs
- ✓Evidence of managing ethical dilemmas in the field
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 Defence Training Package.
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