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Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts Business Management
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ICP50120
Your leadership in production workflow and team supervision within the printing industry represents a significant professional achievement. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to develop a formal recognition pathway for your expertise. By registering your interest, you help us prioritise the Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts Business Management for future candidates.
About This Qualification
This qualification applies to individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge in the printing and graphic arts industry and are responsible for production workflow. They analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources and are involved in planning, scheduling and the supervision of labour, machines and materials for production. They provide leadership and guidance to others with responsibility for the output of others. They may be required to utilise previous experience from the printing and graphic arts industry or management roles in other industries. Licensing/Regulatory Information No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Qualification Code
ICP50120
Training Package
ICP — Printing and Graphic Arts
AQF Level
Diploma
Total Units
20 (4 core + 16 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 |
|---|---|
| Production Controller (Printing Industry) | Overseeing production sectors, scheduling staff, and implementing continuous improvement strategies. |
| Production Supervisor (Printing Industry) | Managing printing teams, setting quality standards, and improving process capabilities. |
| Specialist Print Technologist | Producing complex printed products while monitoring workflow and preparing costing estimates. |
| Digital Production Controller | Coordinating production activities and performing complex tasks within a digital printing operation. |
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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
- ✓A comprehensive CV detailing your management history
- ✓Position descriptions showing supervisory responsibility
- ✓Records of professional development or industry training
Production Management
- ✓Production schedules and workflow optimisation plans
- ✓Machinery maintenance logs and capability reports
- ✓Quality control audits and standards implementation
Leadership & Safety
- ✓WHS meeting minutes and risk assessment records
- ✓Staff rosters and team performance evaluations
- ✓Sustainability policies or workplace procedures you developed
Technical & Financial
- ✓Costing estimates and production quotes for clients
- ✓Project briefs for multimedia or print campaigns
- ✓Samples of complex digital or specialist print outputs
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 Printing and Graphic Arts.
Certificate II
Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts
ICP20120
Certificate III
Certificate III in Prepress Graphic Design Production
ICP31420
Certificate III
Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging
ICP31320
Certificate III
Certificate III in Printing
ICP31220
Certificate IV
Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts Management
ICP40120
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