PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting

 Delivery Mode

  • Online learning

Course fee

Contextualisation

We also offer the Certificate IV and the Diploma on a closed and tailored basis for your Department only, if there is sufficient demand for such delivery. 

The Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting (PSP40616) provides a comprehensive foundation in public sector procurement, focusing on compliance with legislation, risk management, and effective procurement planning. Learners will gain skills in managing contracts, conducting market research, and developing both internal and external networks to support strategic procurement goals. Core units cover key areas such as public service values, risk assessment, procurement planning, and contract management, while elective units focus on advanced communication, policy support, and project work, making this course ideal for individuals aiming to strengthen their capabilities in procurement and contracting within the public sector.

  • Who Can Enrol

    This qualification/ course is designed for individuals currently working in or with the public sector in roles related to procurement, purchasing, or contract management. You may apply if you are:

    • Employed by a local, state, or federal government department or agency

    • A consultant or contractor actively providing procurement or contracting services to a public sector organisation

    You might be:

    • A procurement or contract officer in a government agency

    • A consultant supporting public sector procurement or tendering processes

    • A contractor managing supplier relationships or compliance for a government project

    • A specialist seconded to a public organisation to assist with procurement activities

    To apply, you’ll need to provide evidence of your current role or engagement with a public sector body.

    To enrol, you’ll simply need to provide evidence of your current role or engagement with a public sector body.

    All our courses require an LLND assessment, and ACFEC will contact you via email with details about this process.

    For more information or to access an LLND skill level test before starting your studies, please contact ACFEC at admin@acfec.edu.au.

    You will need a USI number to enrol. If you aren’t sure if you have one, please have a look here: www.usi.gov.au

  • Core units:

    • PSPETH002 - Uphold and support the values and principles of public service

    • PSPGEN038 - Identify and treat risks

    • PSPGEN042 - Exercise delegations

    • PSPGEN043 - Apply government processes

    • PSPLEG002 - Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector

    • PSPPCM004 - Plan procurement

    • PSPPCM005 - Develop and distribute requests for offers

    • PSPPCM006 - Select providers and develop contracts

    • PSPPCM007 - Manage contracts

    Elective units:

    • BSBMKG408 - Conduct market research

    • PSPGEN024 - Use resources to achieve work unit goals

    • PSPPCY004 - Support policy implementation

    • PSPGEN033 - Use advanced workplace communication strategies

    • BSBPMG522 - Undertake project work

    • PSPGEN039 - Develop internal and external networks

  • ACFEC applies a risk-based approach to determine the risks of an assessment tool. Assessment tools include:

    • practical exercises

    • participation in a workplace simulated assessment activity

    • testing of underpinning knowledge through short answer questions, and

    • requests for learners to provide evidence of prior application of skills and pre-course assignments (where required and requested by the client) 

  • Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting (PSP40616)

    • Cost: $250 per unit (GST-free)

      Further information about fees is available at Price Policy

    • Please note the full qualification is 15 units.

  • JULY COURSE 2025 (VIRTUAL CLASS)

    Duration: 8 days

    Dates: 7 - 8 , 14 - 15, 21 - 22 and 28 - 29 July 2025

    Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm

    Registrations close: 2 July 2025

    Enrolment: Apply HERE

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    SEPTEMBER COURSE 2025 (VIRTUAL CLASS)

    Duration: 8 days

    Dates: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 September + 7, 14, 21 October 2025

    Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm

    Registrations close: 19 August 2025

    Enrolment: Apply HERE