- Course Code: 11282NAT
- Short Courses
Course in Community Justice Services (Justice of the Peace [Qualified])
Available Location and Date
| Name | Cost | Enrol Myself |
| 2025 11282NAT Justice of the Peace (Online) - NL.2 | $395.00 |
Course Overview
11282NAT Course in Community Justice Services (Justice of the Peace [Qualified])
Are you ready to make a meaningful contribution to your community? This course is designed specifically for individuals who aspire to serve as a Queensland Justice of the Peace (Qualified) – a role that carries great responsibility and offers the opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives. (Please note: This course is only available to Queensland residents and is not offered in other states.)
As a Justice of the Peace (Qualified), you’ll play a vital part in upholding justice and fairness in your community. From witnessing legal documents to presiding over minor judicial matters, your involvement can directly impact people’s lives at critical moments. Whether you’re assisting with statutory declarations, affidavits, or witnessing signatures on legal instruments, your role demands integrity, precision, and a strong understanding of legal procedures.
Whether you’re looking to support your workplace, your local community, or simply want to be involved in civic life, this qualification equips you to step confidently into one of Queensland’s most trusted voluntary roles. If you’re passionate about community service and committed to upholding the law, this course is your gateway to becoming a recognised and respected figure in your community.
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Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to apply for appointment as a Justice of the Peace (Qualified).
As a JP (Qual) you will be able to:
- Witness oaths or affidavits
- Take statutory declarations and affirmations
- Witness signatures
- Attest the execution of a document
- Certify a true copy of an original document
- Issue search warrants
- Issue arrest warrants
- Grant bail.
Please note that completing this training does not automatically allow you to begin duties as a Justice of The Peace (Qualified) in QLD. You must complete your course and then apply for your appointment. Only after you have been sworn in can you undertake these duties.
As a Justice of the Peace (Qualified) you are not able to charge for your services.
Entry Requirements
To become a JP or Cdec you must:
- be an Australian citizen
- be at least 18 years old
- be of good character
- be registered on the Queensland electoral roll
- have completed the relevant trainingCourse in Providing Community Justice Services (Commissioner for Declarations) (Justice of the Peace [Qualified]).
You cannot apply or hold office as a JP or Cdec if you:
- have been convicted of a serious offence at any time (i.e. an indictable offence, irrespective of whether it was dealt with in the magistrates, district or supreme court)
- have been convicted of more than 2 offences of any kind at any time
- have been convicted of an offence of any kind in the last 5 years
- have been convicted of an alcohol or drug driving offence in the last 5 years
- have been convicted of more than 2 traffic offences in the last 4 years (i.e. convictions under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995)
- are an undischarged bankrupt (i.e. not yet free from bankruptcy).
Also, if you have been convicted of more than 6 offences under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 in a 4 year period, you are not qualified to be appointed as a JP or Cdec for 5 years after the date of your last conviction.
Examples of offences include all types of criminal offences, drug related offences, financial (tax or business related), social security offences, shoplifting, or failure to pay a TOLL fee within the stated period of time.
Note that for traffic offences, a person who pays an amount by the way of a penalty for an offence, is taken to have been convicted of the offence on the day the amount is paid.
These conditions are from the Justices of the Peace and Commissioners for Declarations Act 1991.
Individuals convicted of more than 6 offences under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 in a 4 year period, are not qualified to be appointed as a Justice of the Peace (Qualified) or Commissioner of Declarations for 5 years after the date of the last conviction.
Units of Competency
To complete this course you must demonstrate competency in 2 units.
- NAT11281001 Witness or certify documents
- NAT11282001 Perform non-bench judicial and minor bench duties
Delivery Options
Online
In our online JP course, you will study the material within the JP Handbook and our online resources and apply this knowledge to the assessments. You will be enrolled in the online portal once your enrolment is confirmed.
It is recommended that you submit your first attempt at your assessment tasks within 28 days of enrolment. You will have up to 3 months to complete in full.
You will require a computer or tablet with speakers to complete the course. If you do not have your own, you can use a computer at one of ASSET’s campuses if we are close to you.
You will also need access to a printer and a scanner to complete this course. If you do not have a scanner, you can download the Genius Scan app which is free.
Pathways
On successful completion of this course, you may wish to expand your study areas with one or more of the following courses:
Course Fees
Standard
$395
Upgrade from CDec to JP
$295
(must have completed CDec training within the last 2 years)
Payment Options
- EFTPOS
- Credit Card (MasterCard, Visa & Amex)
- Direct Deposit
- PayPal
- Interest Free zipMoney Payment Plans – From $32 a week
Other Information
Please read our Course Fees and Refund policy here.
Extension Request Fees
Should you require an extension on your study, the following applies:
One Month – $50
Six Months – $150
Assessment Re-Submission Fees
Should you be deemed not competent after 2 attempts at a unit of competency, an assessment re-submission fee of $50 will apply per assessment.
Re-Enrolment
Should you wish to cancel your course or your enrolment is cancelled by us due to no progress and you then wish to re-enrol, a re-enrolment fee of 25% of the standard course fee will apply if requested within 3 months of initial cancellation. If re-enrolment is requested within 4 12 months of initial cancellation, 50% of the standard course fee will apply.
Appointment Process
1. You will receive your certificate from Asset College by email within 2 weeks of completing your course.
2. You will then be required to submit an online application for appointment.
You will need to provide:
- Your statement of attainment from the JP course
- Written character references (PDF, 102KB) from 2 suitable referees
- Proof of Australian citizenship (if you were born overseas).
3. Your application will also be automatically sent to your State Member of Parliament (MP) for nomination of your appointment. Your MP may contact you to arrange an interview before your nomination.
4. When your MP tells the Department of Justice and Attorney-General that they nominate you for appointment, the Department of Justice and Attorney-General will assess your application against the relevant sections of the Justices of the Peace and Commissioners for Declarations Act 1991and the Justices of the Peace and Commissioners for Declarations Regulation 2017.
The assessment process can take approximately 3 months.
5. If there are any issues with your application, the Department of Justice and Attorney-General will let you know. Otherwise, they will write to you to let you know your application is approved.
6. You will then need to take an Oath or Affirmation of Office and pay a registration fee before you can begin your duties as a JP or CDec at your local Magistrates Court.
You must apply to become a JP or Cdec within 2 years of successfully completing your training.
It was a terrific weekend, a great course and I enjoyed it very much. Thank you for making it so enjoyable. Your teaching skills are second to none!! Bring on the next step, I’m ready for it!!
Giovanna Davey
Absolutely outstanding. The teachers support throughout the whole process was amazing. Nothing was too much to explain or help with.
Claire Bromley
Duration
Flexible
Times
Flexible
Available Location and Date
| Name | Cost | Enrol Myself |
| 2025 11282NAT Justice of the Peace (Online) - NL.2 | $395.00 |
Course cost
Fee-for-service
$395
Upgrade from CDec to JP
$295
