At a glance
Become a Justice of the Peace (Qualified) with this accredited skill set. This course will allow you to volunteer your services by witnessing documents and hearing basic court matters.
JOB PROSPECTS
- Justice of the Peace (Qualified)
COURSE OUTCOME
10794NAT Course in Community Justice Services (Justice of Peace [Qualified])
Course overview
Get qualified to volunteer your services to your community as a Justice of the Peace (JP) with this accredited skill set.
This course will prepare you to perform a number of judicial duties including witnessing formal documents and hearing certain types of court matters. You will learn how to certify a true copy of an original document, administer oaths and affirmations, and witness documents, statutory declarations, and affidavits. You will also discover how to issue search warrants, grant bail, and issue arrest warrants.
Upon successful completion of this course you'll be able to make an application to the Department of Justice and Attorney-General — Justices of the Peace Branch for appointment as a Justice of the Peace (Qualified).
Units
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core units listed below.
Ways to study
Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Access your learning space 24 hours a day, seven days a week and be supported by high-quality educators who are devoted to your outcomes. Learn more
What you need to know about studying online
Intake
For most online courses study is structured into fixed intakes that have set durations of 12 weeks from the study commencement date. You will be able to access your learning materials from the first day of the study period. You must be enrolled to be able to access your learning materials. To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommend limiting your workload to no more than 2 units of competency per intake or the units required to complete a cluster/stage.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways
Payment options
No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what's right for you, get in touch. We're here to help.
Upfront payment
This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Important Information
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Selection criteria
If you have the intention to apply to become a Commissioner for Declarations or Justice of the Peace (Qualified) you must meet the minimum eligibility criteria set out in the Justices of the Peace and Commissioners for Declarations Act 1991 prior to enrolling, which includes the following:
- hold Australian Citizenship (by birth or grant);
- be 18 years of age;
- be on the Queensland electoral roll; and
- have no criminal convictions.
Please check your eligibility for registration with the Justice of the Peace Branch before enrolling in your Justice of the Peace or Commissioner for Declarations course by viewing the eligibility and disqualification provisions published on their website at: https://www.qld.gov.au/law/legal-mediation-and-justice-of-the-peace/jp-and-cdec-information/how-to-become-a-jp-or-cdec
Resources required
In order to successfully complete your online studies you must have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect.
Need to know
When studying online it is strongly recommended students follow the order of study and enrol in no more than two units per intake or the units required to complete a cluster/stage, unless otherwise advised.
Expired Qualification
This accredited course is expiring. A transition period applies to enable current students to complete their study. The transition period finishes on 15 July 2025. Enrolments must be finalised by this date.
Assessment Methods
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.
Disclaimer
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.
How to apply
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers
Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. Getting recognition for the skills you've gained from the workplace or previous learning means less study time for you, and getting the paper to prove you're qualified a whole lot sooner. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.
Get started with TAFE Queensland
If you have read and understood the student rules, refund policy, understand your fees and payment options, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and checked you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for this course, you're ready to get started.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways 