Applicants for the Training Systems Primary Qualification (TS PQ) are required to hold minium of a three (3) year degree or post graduate (diploma) qualification in one of the following disciplines with at least 12 months practical training or teaching experience:

• Adult Vocational Training or Education;
• Human resource Development (see note); and
• Education.

The order of preference for applicants is for qualifications or a background in:

• Adult Vocational Training/Education;
• Human Resource Development; and
• Secondary (Senior) Education.

Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) or Bachelor of Teaching (TESOL) are not acceptable qualifications for Training Systems Officer entry.

To be competitive for appointment, candidates should be able to demonstrate a focus on curriculum design, development, and training administration in an adult learning environment.

It is desirable that candidates also hold Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAA04), however, this is not essential for Permanent Navy applicants as training will be provided. (Naval Reserve Applicants are required to hole the TAA04 or be working towards the TAA04, more information can be found in the Navy Reserve page.

Note: Qualifications in Human Resource Development or other similarly titled qualifications are acceptable if appropriate subjects relating to training and development have been covered. Applicants should inquire as to the appropriateness of particular qualifications and subjects.

Reserve TS officer applicants require the following educational prerequisites:

Tertiary Qualifications: Applicants are required to hold a minimum three (3) year Bachelor’s degree in, or with a major in; Adult Vocational Education and Training (Adult Education), or a three (3) year degree in another discipline with a post graduate qualification in Vocational Education and or training. These qualifications should have been consolidated by at least 12 months training and or teaching experience.

Applicants with school-based education qualifications, industrial (HRD) or commercially related degrees, including Associate degrees linked to TAFE, may be considered, depending on employment experience, especially in the adult education environment

VTE Qualifications: Applicants should hold a Training and Assessment (TAA04) Certificate IV or Diploma. Alternate similar qualifications may be considered, but applicants should indicate a desire and ability to attain the TAA04 qualification prior to appointment. An existing qualification as a Workplace Assessor or demonstrated ability to attain that qualification is essential.

An assessment of individual qualifications and experience to determine acceptability for this category will be made by the Category Sponsor.