Transport Security Officer
Next Intake Dates – Braybrook Campus
Day Session • Start Date: 06/08/2026 • 10 online classes • 8 on‑campus classes • Class time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Evening Session • Start Date: 06/08/2026 • 10 online classes • 8 on‑campus classes • Class time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Weekend Session • Start Date: 05/09/2026 • 10 online classes • 8 on‑campus classes • Class time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Next Intake Dates – Dandenong Campus
Day Session • Start Date: 06/08/2026 • 10 online classes • 8 on‑campus classes • Class time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Evening Session • Start Date: 06/08/2026 • 10 online classes • 8 on‑campus classes • Class time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Weekend Session • Start Date: 05/09/2026 • 10 online classes • 8 on‑campus classes
• Class time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
AVI20118 – Certificate II in Transport Security Protection
Prepare for a Career in Transport Security Screening
The Certificate II in Transport Security Protection is a nationally recognised qualification that provides the essential training required to work in a variety of security screening roles across the transport sector.
Students gain the skills and knowledge to perform screening duties at airports, maritime ports, and cargo facilities in line with Australian Government regulations and industry standards.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course may pursue roles such as:
- Air Cargo Examination Officer
- Domestic Airport Screening Officer
- International Airport Screening Officer
- Maritime Screening Officer
Assessment Overview
Participants will be assessed using a combination of methods to ensure both theoretical knowledge and practical competence:
- Open-book written assessments
- Practical demonstrations
- Workplace-based projects
- Hands-on simulated training
Core Units
Subject Code | Description |
|---|---|
AVIG0001 | Work effectively in a transport security environment |
AVIO0007 | Control access to and exit from a security sensitive area |
AVIO0008 | Establish and maintain a sterile sensitive area |
AVIO0009 | Identify and handle weapons, explosives and prohibited items |
AVIO0015 | Undertake physical search of cargo and articles |
Domestic Airport Screening Officer & Maritime Screening
Subject Code | Description |
|---|---|
AVIO0004 | Conduct frisk search of persons |
AVIO0006 | Conduct vehicle search for access to security sensitive areas |
AVIO0011 | Manage disruptive behaviour and unlawful interference within a transport security environment |
AVIO0012 | Manage the flow of items for screening by X-ray screening equipment |
CPPSEC3121 | Control persons using empty hand techniques |
CPPSEC3128 | Conduct security screening using walk-through metal detection equipment |
CPPSEC3130 | Conduct security screening using hand-held metal detectors |
Air Cargo Examination Officer
Subject Code | Description |
|---|---|
AVIF0015 | Apply awareness of dangerous goods and hazardous substances in the transport security environment |
AVIO0003 | Apply electronic metal detection |
AVIO0014 | Screen articles by interpreting X-ray images |
AVIO0005 | Conduct screening using explosive trace detection |
International Airport Screening Officer
Subject Code | Description |
|---|---|
AVIO0010 | Identify powders, liquids, aerosols and gels (PLAGs) |
AVIO0013 | Operate body scanner |