Nationally Recognised RPL Pathway
Certificate II in Transport Security Protection
AVI20325
You possess the specialised skills required to maintain the integrity of our national transport hubs and protect the travelling public. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to offer a recognition pathway for this qualification. Please register your interest to be notified when we can help you demonstrate that your experience meets the national standard.
About This Qualification
This qualification is for roles requiring general and specialist skills to operate effectively in a broad range of transport security screening roles. Transport Security Screening Officer job roles may include: Air Cargo Examination OfficerAirport Screening OfficerMaritime Screening Officer. This qualification includes the units of competency required by Transport Security Screening Officers to perform transport security screening functions including, controlling access to security sensitive areas, undertaking physical searches, and identifying and managing weapons, explosives and prohibited items. A Transport Security Screening Officer must also apply effective communication skills to work in a broad range of transport security protection roles. Transport Security screening personnel working at this level will apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy and limited judgement in structured and stable contexts within narrow parameters. Individuals seeking accreditation as a Transport Security Screening Officer should check industry specific accreditation requirements with Department of Home Affairs (DoHA) or its successor. This qualification contains one not for public access (NFPA) restricted unit of competency. Content of NFPA units of competency is not published on the National Register. Access to this unit of competency is critical to security screening operations. Content of this unit is maintained separately and is only available to Registered Training Organisations (RTO’s) authorised by DoHA. To gain access contact the department at [email protected]. Licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. Refer to the AVI Companion Volume Implementation Guide for further information.
Qualification Code
AVI20325
Training Package
AVI — Aviation Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate II
Total Units
See training.gov.au
Entry Requirements
Yes
National Register
View on training.gov.au →RPL It Status: Available
Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Airport Screening Officer | Conducting primary and secondary security checks on passengers and baggage at aviation terminals to ensure safety. |
| Air Cargo Examination Officer | Inspecting freight and cargo to identify prohibited items and ensure compliance with aviation security regulations. |
| Maritime Screening Officer | Managing access control and screening personnel or goods entering secure maritime zones and ports. |
Licensing
STATE SPECIFIC⚠️ Important
Accreditation as a Transport Security Screening Officer is strictly regulated by the Department of Home Affairs. Holding this qualification is a key requirement, but you must also meet specific background clearance and operational standards.
Delivering Registered Training Organisations
All assessment and qualification issuance for this qualification is carried out by one of the following partner RTOs, each of which holds AVI20325 on their scope of registration with ASQA:
Which RTO will deliver my qualification? The delivering RTO will be confirmed during your skills review and prior to enrolment. Your qualification will be issued directly by the delivering RTO and is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Fees
Final pricing will be confirmed before enrolment.
You will receive a detailed, personalised quote — including the total fee, payment terms, interest-free payment plan options, and the name of the delivering RTO — before you are asked to enrol or make any payment.
Refund policy:If RPL It is unable to process your application, you will receive a full refund of any fees paid to RPL It. Once your portfolio has been submitted to the RTO for assessment, the RTO's refund policy applies. Details will be provided before enrolment.
Indicative Timeframes
✓ What we control
- • Guiding you through evidence gathering
- • Submitting a complete portfolio to the RTO
- • Following up on your behalf
⏳ What we don't control
- • The RTO's assessment workload
- • The assessor's evaluation timeline
- • The qualification issuance process
Based on our experience, the majority of RPL candidates receive their qualification within 4–6 weeks of their complete evidence portfolio being submitted to the RTO. Individual timeframes vary based on qualification complexity, evidence completeness, and RTO capacity.
Roles & Responsibilities
| RPL It Australia | Delivering RTO | |
|---|---|---|
| Role | Student support service | Registered Training Organisation |
| Initial skills review | ✅ | |
| Evidence gathering guidance | ✅ | |
| Formal assessment | ✅ Qualified assessors | |
| Assessment judgement | ✅ Made by the RTO | |
| Gap training | Available if required (delivered by RTO) | |
| Qualification issuance | ✅ Issued by the RTO | |
| Complaints & appeals | Own complaints process | ✅ RTO process applies to assessments |
RPL It Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 55 689 826 917) is not an RTO and does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”
What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Detailed CV or resume outlining years of service in security screening
- ✓Current position descriptions for aviation, maritime, or cargo roles
- ✓Records of employment or letters of reference from security providers
Screening Operations
- ✓Logs of X-ray image interpretation and prohibited item detection
- ✓Records of conducting primary and secondary passenger screening
- ✓Physical search reports and incident documentation
Access & Control
- ✓Evidence of managing access control points in secure areas
- ✓Documentation of vehicle searches and perimeter security checks
- ✓Records of identifying and managing weapons or explosives
Compliance & Safety
- ✓WHS incident reports and workplace safety contributions
- ✓Dangerous goods awareness and handling documentation
- ✓Records of managing disruptive behaviour or unlawful interference
Certs & Identification
- ✓Valid Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) or Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)
- ✓Internal training records for specific screening equipment
- ✓Previous security-related units of competency or certifications
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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