Upon successful completion, you will be awarded the nationally recognised 11346NAT Diploma of Operational Safety. Graduates may find employment as: Security Team Leader Operational Safety Coordinator Protective Services Supervisor Threat Management Specialist Training Support Officer

Mandatory Be at least 18 years of age Meet the fit and proper person requirements for possession and use of restricted items/prohibited weapons in your state or territory Hold HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (or equivalent) issued within the last three years Demonstrate operational experience through a security qualification, current security licence, or relevant employment in an operational role Recommended Minimum of 3 years’ experience in operational safety, security, or protective services roles

This course requires completion of 12 units: 6 core units and 6 electives. Core Units NAT11346001 Manage occupational violence and aggression NAT11346002 Conduct behavioural observation and suspicious activity recognition NAT11346003 Implement crisis communication strategies NAT11346004 Implement and review operational security procedures NAT11346005 Provide tactical emergency casualty care NAT11346006 Maintain health and wellbeing in high stress environments Elective Units – Choose 6 Learners may choose from the following electives. At least 4 electives must be selected from this list. Up to 2 electives may be imported from another accredited course or training package, if they contribute to the vocational outcome of the qualification. NAT11346007 Manage use of force training programs NAT11346008 Instruct self-defence techniques NAT11346009 Instruct defensive tactics for operational safety NAT11346010 Instruct use of batons for operational safety NAT11346011 Instruct use of handcuffs for operational safety NAT11346012 Instruct use of OC spray and chemical agents for operational safety NAT11346013 Manage crime prevention through environmental design NAT11346014 Plan and conduct threat response simulations NAT11346015 Lead tactical disengagement from high threat situations NAT11346016 Protect the safety and welfare of vulnerable people NAT11346017 Apply self-defence techniques NAT11346018 Develop hostile environment awareness CPPSEC4007 Identify security threats and assess impact on client operations CPPSEC5008 Analyse threat environment and devise strategies to respond to active threats CSCSAS033 Provide emergency response to dangerous incidents

Pathways into the qualification This course is suited to individuals with at least 3 years of operational safety experience in roles such as: Security Police Corrections Border protection Protective services Defence Pathways from the qualification Graduates may continue their studies with: CPP50619 Diploma of Security Risk Management – expand into risk and consultancy roles TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment – broaden opportunities to deliver accredited training Other higher-level qualifications in security, safety, or emergency management, depending on career goals

Diploma of Operational Safety

Name: Diploma of Operational Safety
Price: $4,995 AUD

Diploma of Operational Safety

The 11346NAT Diploma of Operational Safety prepares professionals to operate effectively in high-risk environments and manage complex safety challenges across a wide range of contexts.

Course cost

Course Fee

$4,995

RPL

$2,750

Duration

12 months

State

QLD, NSW

Study Method

Online + Face to Face, RPL

This program is ideal for individuals working in security, corrections, law enforcement, protective services, or defence who want to enhance their capability in managing occupational violence, responding to emergencies, and implementing advanced operational procedures. Learners gain the technical skills and leadership capacity to coordinate safety strategies, lead teams, and support community and organisational resilience.

Course Overview

11346NAT Diploma of Operational Safety

The 11346NAT Diploma of Operational Safety prepares professionals to operate effectively in high-risk environments and manage complex safety challenges across a wide range of contexts.

Unlike the specialisation streams, the general Diploma of Operational Safety allows learners to select elective units that best match their role, experience, and career goals. Options include instructional skills, tactical operations, critical threat management, and community safety, ensuring flexibility to tailor the qualification to individual needs.

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion, you will be awarded the nationally recognised 11346NAT Diploma of Operational Safety.

Graduates may find employment as:

Security Team Leader
Operational Safety Coordinator
Protective Services Supervisor
Threat Management Specialist
Training Support Officer

Entry Requirements

Mandatory

Be at least 18 years of age
Meet the fit and proper person requirements for possession and use of restricted items/prohibited weapons in your state or territory
Hold HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (or equivalent) issued within the last three years
Demonstrate operational experience through a security qualification, current security licence, or relevant employment in an operational role

Recommended

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in operational safety, security, or protective services roles

Units of Competency

This course requires completion of 12 units: 6 core units and 6 electives.

Core Units

NAT11346001 Manage occupational violence and aggression
NAT11346002 Conduct behavioural observation and suspicious activity recognition
NAT11346003 Implement crisis communication strategies
NAT11346004 Implement and review operational security procedures
NAT11346005 Provide tactical emergency casualty care
NAT11346006 Maintain health and wellbeing in high stress environments

Elective Units – Choose 6
Learners may choose from the following electives. At least 4 electives must be selected from this list. Up to 2 electives may be imported from another accredited course or training package, if they contribute to the vocational outcome of the qualification.

NAT11346007 Manage use of force training programs
NAT11346008 Instruct self-defence techniques
NAT11346009 Instruct defensive tactics for operational safety
NAT11346010 Instruct use of batons for operational safety
NAT11346011 Instruct use of handcuffs for operational safety
NAT11346012 Instruct use of OC spray and chemical agents for operational safety
NAT11346013 Manage crime prevention through environmental design
NAT11346014 Plan and conduct threat response simulations
NAT11346015 Lead tactical disengagement from high threat situations
NAT11346016 Protect the safety and welfare of vulnerable people
NAT11346017 Apply self-defence techniques
NAT11346018 Develop hostile environment awareness
CPPSEC4007 Identify security threats and assess impact on client operations
CPPSEC5008 Analyse threat environment and devise strategies to respond to active threats
CSCSAS033 Provide emergency response to dangerous incidents

Pathways

Pathways into the qualification
This course is suited to individuals with at least 3 years of operational safety experience in roles such as:

Security
Police
Corrections
Border protection
Protective services
Defence

Pathways from the qualification
Graduates may continue their studies with:

CPP50619 Diploma of Security Risk Management – expand into risk and consultancy roles
TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment – broaden opportunities to deliver accredited training
Other higher-level qualifications in security, safety, or emergency management, depending on career goals

Course Pathways

› CPP50619 Diploma of Security Risk Management
› TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
› Other higher-level qualifications in security, safety, or emergency management, depending on career goals

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Course Fee: $4,995
RPL Fee: $2,750

Flexible payment options are available. Please contact us to discuss the best option for your circumstances.

This qualification is delivered through blended learning over 12 months. Training includes:

Online study, supported by a series of intensive workshops (1–3 days per unit)
Workplace-based training requirements (where no workplace is available, these can be completed at an Asset College campus)

We also offer:

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Gain credit for existing skills and experience
Contextualised Training for Corporate Clients: Programs tailored to organisational needs and policies

Please contact us for upcoming workshop schedules.

Why Choose Asset College For Your Diploma of Operational Safety Course

When you choose Asset College, you’re not just choosing an RTO — you’re choosing a partner in your career journey.

For more than 20 years, we’ve trained and guided thousands of Australians into security careers. We’re nationally recognised, connected to employers, and trusted across QLD, NSW, and VIC.
Our graduates don’t just get trained — they get employed. That’s the difference.

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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL Fee

$2,750

If you already have relevant experience or prior training, you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for the Diploma of Operational Safety.

RPL allows your existing skills and experience to be assessed towards a nationally recognised qualification, often enabling you to complete the course faster and at a lower cost than traditional study.

RPL may not be suitable for everyone, as outcomes depend on the evidence you provide and the assessment conducted by a qualified assessor.

Students applying for RPL must submit a FREE Skills Assessment form before enrolling in the course.