Learning & Development

The PWSS Learning & Development team facilitates access to learning and professional development training for all MoP(S) Act staff and parliamentarians. To view the full range of training currently on offer log into the PWSS Academy. 

The PWSS Academy team can help offices and staff find practical, high-quality training solutions. We also create and deliver custom training for offices across Australia. Contact us to discuss how we can support your specific needs.

PWSS Learning and development

Learning & Development areas

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The PWSS Academy

The PWSS Academy facilitates learning and professional development for all MoP(S) Act Employees, which have a unique role in the fast-paced, dynamic parliamentary environment.
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Ad Hoc Training Requests

If you wish to access training opportunities outside of the offerings available through the PWSS Academy, you may be able to do so through ad hoc training reimbursements.
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Studies Assistance

Studies assistance is available to eligible MOP(S) Act employees. Ongoing or non-ongoing MOP(S) Act employees can apply for studies assistance.
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Travelling for Training Guidance

If you are interested in attending a face-to-face training course that is not located within reasonable distance, you may be able to claim travel expenses to attend.
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Nominated WHS roles - Specific Training

MOP(S) Act employees in Health and Safety Representative, WHS Site Officer, First Aid Officer, and Emergency Officer roles are provided with ongoing training to support them to fulfil their responsibilities and obligations to effectively perform in that role.

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Application to attend ad hoc training

This form is to be used to gain approval from Ministerial and Parliamentary Services to attend ad hoc training or professional development at Commonwealth expense.

Related resources

Guideline

Learning and Professional Development Guideline

This guideline provides information on learning and professional development opportunities available through the PWSS Academy, professional development programs, executive coaching, training expenses and reimbursement processes.
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Studies Assistance Guidelines

This guideline outlines the considerations and process for Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 (MOP(S) Act) employees to access studies assistance.
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Ad hoc Training Guidelines

The Ad hoc Training Guideline is relevant to MOP(S) Act Employees when requesting reimbursement to cover training costs and how it may be used for matters in the context of their employment in Commonwealth Parliamentary offices.