Nationally Recognised Qualification

AVI20325 Certificate II in Transport Security Protection is a nationally recognised qualification from the AVI Aviation Training Package. This qualification is designed for roles requiring general and specialist skills to operate effectively in a range of transport security screening environments.

Transport Security Screening Officer job roles may include:

✔ Air Cargo Examination Officer

✔ Airport Screening Officer

✔ Maritime Screening Officer

The qualification supports the development of skills required 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.

Course Overview

This qualification provides structured training for individuals seeking to work in transport security protection roles across aviation, air cargo and maritime environments. Students develop practical skills in screening procedures, access control, physical search processes, prohibited item identification, communication and workplace security requirements.

Transport security personnel working at this level apply knowledge and skills with autonomy and limited judgement in structured and stable contexts, within defined workplace and regulatory parameters.

Mapping Information

AVI20325 Certificate II in Transport Security Protection supersedes:

✔ AVI20118 Certificate II in Transport Security Protection

This qualification replaces, but is not equivalent to, AVI20118 Certificate II in Transport Security Protection.

Important Qualification Information

✔ Qualification Code: AVI20325

✔ Qualification Title: Certificate II in Transport Security Protection

✔ Training Package: AVI Aviation Training Package

✔ Release: Release 1

✔ Education Level: Certificate II

✔ Specialisation Streams: Air Cargo Examination Officer, Airport Screening Officer and Maritime Screening Officer

✔ RTO: NSTA Pty Ltd RTO 32292

Core Units

✔ AVIG0006 – Work effectively in a transport security environment

✔ AVIO0033 – Establish secure areas and manage access control points

✔ AVIO0034 – Identify and manage weapons, explosives and prohibited items

✔ AVIO0039 – Undertake physical search

Elective Unit Groups

Group A – Imaging Equipment

✔ AVIO0029 – Conduct screening using 3D CT X-ray scanning techniques

✔ AVIO0037 – Manage the flow of items for screening by X-ray screening equipment

✔ AVIO0038 – Screen articles by interpreting X-ray images

Group B – Air Cargo Examination Officer

✔ AVIF0047 – Apply awareness of dangerous goods and hazardous substances in the transport security environment

✔ AVIO0030 – Conduct screening using explosive trace detection equipment

Group C – Aviation Screening Officer

✔ AVIO0028 – Conduct primary screening of persons

✔ AVIO0030 – Conduct screening using explosive trace detection equipment

✔ AVIO0031 – Conduct secondary screening of persons

✔ AVIO0036 – Manage disruptive behaviour and unlawful interference within a transport security environment

Group D – Maritime Screening Officer

✔ AVIO0028 – Conduct primary screening of persons

✔ AVIO0031 – Conduct secondary screening of persons

✔ AVIO0036 – Manage disruptive behaviour and unlawful interference within a transport security environment

General Electives

✔ AVIO0027 – Apply electronic metal detection

✔ AVIO0032 – Conduct vehicle search for access to secure areas

✔ AVIO0035 – Identify powders, liquids, aerosols and gels (PLAGs)

✔ BSBPEF101 – Plan and prepare for work readiness

✔ BSBPEF201 – Support personal wellbeing in the workplace

✔ BSBWHS211 – Contribute to the health and safety of self and others

✔ TLID0020 – Shift materials safely using manual handling methods

✔ TLIF0022 – Conduct housekeeping activities

✔ TLIG0003 – Work effectively with others in a team

Accreditation and Regulatory Note

Individuals seeking accreditation as a Transport Security Screening Officer should check current industry-specific accreditation requirements with the Department of Home Affairs or its successor.

This qualification contains one not for public access restricted unit of competency. Content of restricted units is not published on the National Register and is only available to Registered Training Organisations authorised by the Department of Home Affairs.

Licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. Students should confirm relevant requirements for their intended role, stream and workplace environment.

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Transport Security Training Across Melbourne & Victoria

Students across Melbourne, West Footscray, Footscray, Sunshine, Werribee, Geelong, Tarneit, Point Cook, Melton, Wyndham Vale, Hoppers Crossing and surrounding Victoria suburbs can contact NSTA Central™ regarding upcoming AVI20325 Certificate II in Transport Security Protection course intakes, training schedules, ASIC/MSIC requirements, and transport security career pathways.

This nationally recognised transport security qualification supports students seeking careers in airport screening, aviation security, maritime screening, cargo examination, and transport security operations across Melbourne VIC and broader Victoria regions.

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Course availability, intake dates and delivery schedules may vary. Students are encouraged to contact NSTA Central™ to confirm current course information, eligibility requirements, and enrolment availability.