The Diploma of Government (PSP50122) is designed for APS staff seeking to strengthen their skills in leadership, compliance, and governance. Delivered in Canberra and online, this qualification equips participants with the high-level skills needed to succeed in today’s public service.
APS-focused training: Deepens knowledge of governance, compliance, leadership, and policy within the APS context.
Flexible delivery: Available through scheduled public courses for individuals, or tailored workplace programs for APS agencies.
Career progression: Designed for APS5–6 staff preparing for advancement into senior or management roles.
Specialist trainers: Learn from experts with practical experience in APS capability development.
The Diploma of Government (PSP50122) builds capability in line with the APS Learning and Development Strategy, making it a trusted choice for both agencies and staff seeking structured career growth.
The Diploma of Government (PSP50122) equips APS staff with practical, workplace-ready skills designed to support leadership, compliance, and governance across the public sector.
Graduates of this program are well-suited for roles such as:
The program supports agency capability-building and team development. APS organisations seeking to enhance staff skills with the Diploma of Government can contact McMillan for tailored group delivery options.
McMillan’s Diploma of Government (PSP50122) is delivered as a capability program for APS staff. The qualification is structured into five modules that develop advanced skills in leadership, compliance, governance, communication, and career management.
Each module combines applied theory with workplace practice, giving APS agencies a practical pathway to strengthen workforce capability at APS5–6 and managerial levels.
The Diploma of Government is delivered through a blend of learning modes, making it accessible to both individuals and employer groups.
Facilitated Online Workshops: Interactive sessions delivered via MS Teams. Recordings are available for review.
Workplace Practice: Apply learning directly in APS roles to reinforce capability.
Public Course Option: APS employees can enrol individually in scheduled public programs.
Program duration: 10 months
Total training days: 9 days (09:00am – 4:30pm AEST)
Modules and delivery format:
Module One: 2 days
Module Two: 2 days
Module Three: 2 days
Module Four: 2 days
Module Five: 1 day
Custom timetables are available for employer groups.
Participants must be employed in a Commonwealth public sector role (APS).
Access to a computer with internet and webcam is required.
Recommended: Year 12 or equivalent education, plus strong workplace communication skills.
No prior qualification is required—just the motivation to learn and apply skills in APS contexts.
The Diploma of Government is available as a workforce program for APS agencies, as well as a public course for individual APS staff.
Assessment is practical and workplace-focused, designed to reflect APS requirements:
Workbooks and learning journals
Presentations, case studies, and role plays
Quizzes and knowledge checks
Third-party workplace reports
This ensures graduates can immediately apply their skills in APS roles.
McMillan provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all participants.
Trainers are accessible via the LMS portal, with responses within two business days.
Where participants face learning challenges or personal difficulties, support may include:
Flexible delivery options
Learning assistance
Additional time to complete assessments
Referrals to external services
Reasonable adjustments are available for staff with a disability or health condition. McMillan is committed to culturally safe learning, supporting First Nations participants and those from diverse backgrounds.
Standard course rate: $5,950 per participant
Flexible payment plans: Weekly, fortnightly, or monthly instalments available over the 10-month program
Employer group bookings: Tailored quotes available based on cohort size, delivery format, and scheduling needs
Graduates receive a nationally recognised qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF):
Record of Results listing all completed units
This qualification is recognised across Commonwealth Government agencies and supports APS workforce development and career progression.
McMillan offers Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer in line with the AQF.
RPL: Staff can have existing workplace skills and knowledge assessed against qualification requirements, reducing duplication of training.
Credit Transfer: Available for participants who have completed equivalent units with another RTO.
Agencies and individuals can discuss RPL and Credit Transfer options with McMillan at enrolment.
Who is this course for?
APS employees—typically APS5–6 staff—who want to strengthen their capability in policy, leadership, compliance, and governance. Employers may also enrol groups to build workforce capability.
Is online delivery available?
Yes. We offer live virtual workshops via MS Teams, workplace-based delivery for groups, or enrolment into a scheduled public course.
How long does it take to complete?
The standard duration is 10 months, with 9 training days across five modules.
Is the qualification nationally recognised?
Yes. PSP50122 is a Nationally Recognised Training qualification delivered by McMillan Staff Development, an ASQA-registered RTO.
What pathways are available after this course?
Graduates often progress to higher APS roles or pursue qualifications in leadership and management, project management, or governance specialisations.
The Diploma of Government (PSP50122) is a nationally recognised qualification designed to build higher-level capability and prepare APS staff for leadership, compliance, and governance roles.
McMillan Staff Development delivers this program through both public courses and agency-based cohorts, giving APS employees and teams flexible pathways to enrol. For agencies, it’s a practical way to lift workforce performance and align with APS capability frameworks. For staff, it’s a chance to take on more responsibility, gain confidence, and apply advanced knowledge directly in APS roles.