This course is best suited for professionals: 

• New to government procurement
• Seeking a career in government procurement
• Working in private procurement looking to move into government procurement
• Or professionals who require a deeper understanding of the government procurement process to do their role more effectively.

This course will be delivered in 12 full days, over four blocks of training within approximately a 6 month time period (subject to change). All course times will be conducted between 9am-5pm.

• Block 1: Procurement in Government (3 days)
• Block 2: Work practices that support procurement (3 days)
• Block 3: Plan and execute procurement (3 days)
• Block 4:  Project procurement and contract management (3 days)

On completion of the PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting, students will be competent in:

• Navigating government structures and upholding democratic principles in procurement activities.
• Integrating ethical principles into procurement decisions and promoting ethical conduct.
• Understanding and applying legislative requirements.
• Managing delegations and following communication protocols.
• Drafting government documents in a professional manner.
• Engaging effectively with stakeholders
• Developing procurement plans aligned with organisational and project objectives
• Identifying and mitigating risks in procurement projects.
• Monitoring risk treatment plans and aligning procurement decisions with risk management frameworks.
• Managing the release of requests for offers and handling supplier inquiries.
• Ensuring compliance with probity standards.
• Applying evaluation criteria to ensure value-for-money decisions.
• Leading offer evaluations and conducting effective contract negotiations.
• Overseeing contract performance to ensure commitments are met.

PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting assesses 15 units of competency and includes nine core units, and six elective units.

Block 1 

• PSPETH002 Uphold and support the values and principles of public service (Core)
• PSPGEN043 Apply government processes (Core)
• PSPLEG002 Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector (Core)
• PSPGEN042 Exercise delegations (Core)

Block 2 

• PSPGEN027 Gather and analyse information (Elective)
• BSBCRT411 Apply critical thinking to work practices (Elective)
• BSBCRT412 Articulate, present and debate ideas (Elective)
• PSPGEN038 Identify and treat risks (Core)

Block 3

• PSPPCM004 Plan procurement (Core)
• PSPPCM005 Develop and distribute requests for offers (Core)
• PSPPCM006 Select providers and develop contracts (Core)
• BSBPRC402 Negotiate contracts (Elective)

Block 4

• PSPPCM007 Manage contracts (Core)
• BSBPMG426 Apply project risk management techniques (Elective)
• BSBPMG427 Apply project procurement procedures (Elective)

Procurement Institute is committed to ensuring that students are enrolled into training products that are suitable for their experience level, professional goals and foundational capabilities. There are no formal entry requirements imposed by the training package.

Professionals looking to do PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting require a minimum of twelve months of working experience in the Australian Government, preferably with some exposure to the government procurement process.

This course is also available to professionals who currently work in the procurement private sector who are transitioning to, or would benefit from, understanding the government procurement process.

General requirements 

All participants must have a functional level of the English language written and verbal. They must also be capable of working independently and within groups both online and in-person. No student will be committed to a training product or incur financial burden until suitability, including LLN and digital capability, has been determined.

Technical requirements 

All participants must be technically competent and have access to a laptop, charger, able to connect to the internet and be able to complete assessments online from their device. To reduce waste, no hard copy reading materials will be provided on the day. If you wish to bring in any reading material, please kindly bring these with you on the day. Participants must also have access, or a license to, Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Reader.

The suitability process may include:

• Self-admission of prior qualifications
• LLN and digital literacy diagnostic  assessment
• Electronic enrolment process 

In order for participants to successfully complete PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contacting, they must complete all of the following:

• Read all pre-reading material required for each block
• Attend all 12 training days across the four blocks
• Actively participate in all class discussions and simulated workplace scenarios
• Complete all assessment tasks inclusive of progressive learning assessments, holistic assessments and observation tasks throughout the course to a satisfactory standard
• Pay all course fees by the required due date.

Please note: This course is graded on attendance and written and physical assessments such as observation tasks, group activities, scenarios and discussions for both online and in-person learners. Therefore all online learners are required to have their cameras on throughout the duration of the course.

Procurement Institute is committed to supporting all students throughout their training, from enrolment to completion. We recognise that everyone learns differently, so we provide a range of support services to help you succeed in your course. 

You will have ongoing access to trainers, assessors, and support staff for help with your studies. Support may include learning resources, one-on-one assistance, IT support, and guidance throughout your course. We aim to respond to student queries promptly, generally within 48 hours on business days. You can seek support by directly contacting your trainer during business hours. 

If you are experiencing difficulties with your studies or personal wellbeing, we can provide additional support or refer you to appropriate external services where needed.

Procurement Institute recognises that effective support is fundamental to successful participation, progression and completion.

Consistent with the Training Support Policy, support needs are identified prior to enrolment and monitored throughout the student lifecycle.

Training support may include:

• Additional tutorial or consultation sessions
• Language, literacy, numeracy or digital literacy support
• Structured templates and scaffolding tools
• Flexible assessment timeframes where appropriate
• Modified learning materials

This qualification supports various entry level – mid level careers in Government procurement and supply chain management. It shows employers that participants have demonstrated the skills and knowledge required to work in procurement and/or contracting role in Government and can apply skills learnt on the course in a work setting. Depending on your entry pathway, potential career pathways may include:

• Procurement Analysts
• Procurement Officers
• Procurement Policy Officers
• Contract Officer
• Purchasing Officers
• Supply Chain Coordinators, and Inventory Managers
• Senior Procurement Officer
• Senior Contract Officer
• Senior Purchasing Officer

This qualification will be primarily delivered face to face in our Brisbane facility with a virtual classroom delivery option. The course can also be delivered on client sites where applicable. Please contact us for more details.

Changing delivery mode

Please note participants will not have the option to change their delivery mode option once course commences and will be expected to complete the duration of the course via the delivery method chosen during enrolment.

Course fees 

PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting has a set fee of $4995 ex GST per individual. 

Payment conditions (Individual learners)

Individual learners are required to pay an upfront deposit prior to commencing their course, with remaining fees paid in instalments over the course duration. Failure to meet payment deadlines may result in cancellation of enrolment or discontinuation of training. If you are booking training through your employer, please contact us before proceeding. Refer to the Schedule of Fees for full payment terms and conditions.

Payment conditions (Organisations) 

Organisations booking group training are required to pay the full course fee prior to commencement. Failure to meet payment deadlines may result in cancellation of enrolment or discontinuation of training. To arrange a group booking, please contact us directly. Refer to the Schedule of Fees for further details.

Refunds

Refunds may be available in certain circumstances. 

Refunds may occur where:

• Procurement Institute cancels a course
• A student withdraws in accordance with policy
• Fees are adjusted due to Credit Transfer or RPL outcomes

Please refer to the Fees and Refunds Policy for full details.

See Schedule of Fess and Payments

There is no funding available for this course at this time.

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be awarded the PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting qualification. This includes the issuance of a testamur and a record of results provided by Procurement Institute. 

Students may be eligible for Credit Transfer or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) to avoid repeating training where competency has already been achieved.

Credit Transfer applies where a student has successfully completed the same unit of competency (with an identical code) through another recognised provider. Verified evidence, such as a Statement of Attainment or USI transcript, must be provided.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to have their existing skills, knowledge and work experience assessed against course requirements. Students must provide sufficient, current and authentic evidence, which may include workplace documents, third-party reports or participation in competency conversations.

Information about Credit Transfer and RPL is provided prior to enrolment and during the pre-training review. All applications are assessed by qualified assessors, and outcomes are communicated in writing.

Procurement Institute acknowledges that wellbeing directly influences engagement and completion outcomes. A holistic approach is taken to student wellbeing, recognising physical, mental, emotional, and financial factors.

Where required, students may be referred to:

• External counselling services
• Crisis support services
• Financial assistance information
• Vocational mentoring support

Wellbeing support is embedded across the student lifecycle and informed by cohort profiling and feedback mechanisms.

• Centrelink Phone us 
• Mission Australia Helpline 1800 951 123 
• Salvation Army Care Line 13 SALVOS (13 72 58)
• Life Line 131 114 
• Alcohol and Drug Information Service 07 3236 2414 
• Drug-Arm 1300 656 800 
• Interpreting Service 131 450 
• https://1800respect.org.au/
• Workplace or personal support services: Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) or wellbeing support services
• Community and culturally appropriate services: Local community organisations, including Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) or multicultural support services

Procurement Institute is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and culturally respectful learning environment.

We recognise that diversity strengthens the learning environment and actively promote inclusive practices across all aspects of training and assessment. This includes supporting:

• First Nations learners
• Culturally and linguistically diverse students
• People with disability
• Neurodivergent individuals
• LGBTIQ+ students
• Learners from varied socio-economic backgrounds

Cultural safety is embedded across governance structures, curriculum design, staff professional development and student support systems . Staff are trained in cultural competence to ensure inclusive and psychologically safe learning environments.