Certificate IV in Human Resources

About the Qualification

This qualification is best suited to individuals who intend to move their career into HRM and/or currently have some HR responsibilities in their current job role.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work in a range of support positions in human resources management. In smaller companies they may work across all human resources functional areas and in larger companies they may be assigned responsibilities in units or business areas focussed on discrete human resources functions, such as remuneration, workforce planning or human resources information systems.

Job Roles

While job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors, if you are currently working in one of the roles listed below then you would benefit most from the qualification:

• Human Resources Assistant
• Human Resources Officer
• Human Resource Clerk
• Office Administrator
• Payroll Officer
• Administration Officer
• Executive Personal Assistant
• Project Assistant

Qualification Pathways and entry requirements

To enrol in this qualification you must be working in an HR related job /environment or have access to HR functions and processes from which to practice/apply new skill sets.

Applicants can gain entry into this course in two ways:

If you have previously completed the BSB30107 Certificate III in Business or other relevant qualification/s or are eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning/current competency (RPL) for same

Or, you are currently in a role that has given you some experience in assisting human resources team leaders, supervisors or managers in their work. Some examples of suitable job roles are listed above.

If you are unsure whether this course is right for you then a visit from the College HR consultant or perhaps even a phone call can soon confirm this for you.

Structure of the qualification

The Certificate IV in Human Resources is made up of 10 units.

To complete the qualification you must complete 4 core units + 6 elective units.

The College aims to provide applicants with a selection of units that best fits their job role, the organisation and their individual learning needs as well as the industry and qualification requirements.

We encourage final selection of electives only after a thorough needs analysis has been completed for the individual and the organisation they work with.

In some cases, further units from the Business Services or other related Training Package may be suggested for inclusion in line with the qualification rules.

A complete list of units for the BSB41007 Certificate IV in Human Resources can be accessed here

Course duration

This course is delivered flexibly in the workplace and usually takes between 6-12 months to complete.

Delivery mode

This qualification is delivered to existing workers in their own workplace and with the support and training assistance of their line manager.

All College students undertaking the program are allocated a workplace coach. This coach will work closely with your line manager to ensure that the training design is a good fit with the business and, with your own personal learning style. As well as one-to-one coaching you may be asked to complete some learning online and/or attend some group workshops.

Individual program design

Every person is different, so the College takes the time to design the most suitable learning program for you.

Each program is unique and designed to meet the needs of the individual.

Initially, your coach will undertake a needs analysis where he or she works with you to ascertain your current skills & knowledge and to see where the gaps are.

This process will ensure you have selected the right qualification for you at this time in your career and it will also make sure that we select the right electives that best suit your needs. Once this is complete your coach may advise you that you already have some of the skills & knowledge required for this qualification. When this happens you can have these skills & knowledge recognised through a process called ‘recognition of prior learning’ and then you don’t have to complete training in this aspect of the program.

The coach will work closely with you and your line manager to develop your own training plan. This will outline any RPL as well as what units you need to complete and how you will complete them. Depending on your needs you may utilise any or all of the following learning methods:

Work with a coach one-to-one

Use a textbook or learner resource to complete various activities

Complete various topics online using: online learning resources; learning blogs etc.

Undertake a workplace project where you apply the new skills & knowledge you have gained

Work with your line manager who will train you in a specific skill set

Attend a training workshop with other students like you

Attend a seminar on a specific topic

Attend a conference or product launch etc.

How to enrol

The College works with existing workers and offers this qualification in their own workplace. To undertake this qualification you will need the support and endorsement of your line manager.

Once you have registered your interest in this course the College will assign you a workplace coach who will visit you to undertake the needs analysis and develop your program design.

If you are interested in learning more about this qualification and/or enrolling in this qualification contact us