Certificate IV in Human Resource Management

BSB40420

Location

Shepparton - Fryers Street

Study mode

On Campus & Online

Overview

Introduction

Learn the skills to become a business leader with a Certificate IV in Human Resource Management.

Students will gain skills in recruiting, selecting, and inducting staff, and supporting performance management processes, HR functions, and employee and industrial relations procedures. This course will suit learners who currently work as supervisors or managers, or have aspirations to become leaders.

This course is focused on developing essential leadership skills that can be applied to any industry. Learners do not need to have a background in HR.

Careers & study pathways

Where can this course take me?

This course prepares students to work in any business as a:

  • Human Resources Officer
  • Human Resources Coordinator
  • Payroll Officer

Responsibilities are likely to be determined at a workplace level. Some smaller organisations may require employees to work across all aspects of human resources. In larger organisations, individuals may support a single human resources function.

Further study

After graduating, students might like to undertake the:

Course details

Upcoming dates and times

Shepparton - Fryers Street

(1 commencing soon)

  • Open From: 26-Feb-2024 - Part time - Various - 9.00am - 4.00pm - On Campus & Online

Attendance & commitment

General public blended delivery | 1-year course length | Part-time study load

Students will be expected to:

  • Attend on-campus induction night as per schedule
  • Attend 22 on-campus face-to-face daytime classes 9am - 4pm on selected Mondays and Tuesdays throughout the year as per schedule.
  • Attend 12 virtual night-time classes mostly on Wednesdays 6 - 9pm as per schedule.
  • Spend approximately 10 hours per week working through their course materials, research, revision, and completion of assessments
  • Achieve at least 90% on-campus participation.
  • Students have access to a trainer for 1 hour every week (on a day they do not attend classes) where they can receive additional support.

Schedule

Compulsory induction on-campus: Monday 19 February 2024 6pm-9pm

Dates for on-campus attendance Monday & Tuesdays 9am-4pm are as follows:

  • 26/02/2024 & 27/2/2024
  • 12/03/2024 & 13/03/2024 (Tuesday & Wednesday)
  • 25/03/2024 & 26/03/2024
  • 22/04/2024 & 23/04/2024
  • 20/05/2024 & 21/05/2024
  • 17/06/2024 & 18/06/2024
  • 15/07/2024 & 16/07/2024
  • 5/08/2024
  • 26/08/2024
  • 16/09/2024 & 17/09/2024
  • 7/10/2024 & 8/10/2024
  • 28/10/2024 & 29/10/2024 (virtual class)

Dates for virtual night class attendance on Wednesday 6-9pm are as follows:

  • 28/2/2024
  • 14/03/2024(Thursday)
  • 27/03/2024
  • 24/04/2024
  • 22/05/2024
  • 19/6/2024
  • 17/07/2024
  • 6/08/2024 (Tuesday)
  • 28/08/2024
  • 18/09/2024
  • 9/10/2024
  • 30/10/2024

Assessment methods

Assessment methods may include:

  • Knowledge questions
  • Projects
  • Reports
  • Research topics

Study units

Take a look at some of the subjects you’ll be studying when you take this course.

This course requires a total of 12 units: 6 core and 6 elective.

Core units

6 units
  • BSBHRM411 Administer performance development processes
  • BSBHRM412 Support employee and industrial relations
  • BSBHRM413 Support the learning and development of teams and individuals
  • BSBHRM415 Coordinate recruitment and onboarding
  • BSBHRM417 Support human resources functions and processes
  • BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs

Elective units

6 units
  • BSBCMM411 Make presentations
  • BSBCMM412 Lead difficult conversations
  • BSBHRM531 Coordinate health and wellness programs
  • BSBOPS403 Apply business risk management processes
  • BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships
  • BSBXCM401 Apply communication strategies in the workplace

Before you begin

Entry requirements

GOTAFE entry requirements

Before being accepted into the course applicants:

  • Undertake a Pre-training Review by interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
  • Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy & numeracy levels for the course are met.
  • This course is most suited to individuals who are currently working or who have previous work experience supervising personnel. Students should be prepared to undertake self-directed study including reading, research, and workplace and/or simulated activities which form part of a supervisory position.
  • Please note: New enrolments are accepted at any time throughout the year - students can commence at the beginning of any new unit.

Technology requirements

Students are expected to have:

  • A laptop/computer with internet access, including access to video streaming.
  • A webcam, and headset with microphone for participation in virtual classes.

Student resources

  • Recommended textbooks: Leadership and Management: Theory and Practice, 7th edition/AU/NZ Kris Cole ISBN 9780170403856.

Enrolment

Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government-subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:

  • Aspirations/career goals
  • Educational attainment and capability
  • Literacy and numeracy skills
  • Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer

Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.

You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:

  • Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification.
  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.

Fees and payments

Fees and costs

GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.

1. Subsidised Standard
$3,570.00
2. Subsidised Standard (Concession)
$714.00
3. Full Fee
$7,385.00
Course Materials
$409.00
Student Services Fees (per year)
$100.00

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.

Please note that the fees on this webpage, for this particular course:

  • are correct at the time of publishing for those enrolling in 2024 and may change without notice.
  • will be discussed with applications as part of the application process to ensure it is understood what is being paid for and which fee rates they may be eligible for.

Course Fees consist of 3 different components:

  1. Student Tuition Fee - cover the costs of training and assessment. These fees vary across courses and are calculated based on a rate per nominal hour enrolled in. The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Circumstances may include:
    1. an individual’s eligibility for Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
    2. an individual’s eligibility for concession rates on Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
    3. ineligible individuals who are required to pay the full fees for tuition and other costs.
  2. Material Fee - where applicable, cover the costs of classroom consumables, handouts, and booklets, e-Learning resources, and associated license access fees and excursions.
  3. Student Services Fee (SSF) - contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF is a non-refundable annual fee that does not apply to short-course participants.

Additionally, some courses require students to purchase or supply textbooks, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.

GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your fees.
Learn more about fees, charges, refunds and payment options

Student support

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.

Learning support

A free and confidential service to help you build the foundation skills you need to be successful at TAFE. Improve your english language, maths and/or writing skills; enhance your computer, exam and study skills.

Learn more about our learning support services

Library

Our library team are passionate about supporting students to achieve their study goals. They have subject guides, referencing help, and online resources to assist you with you assessments.

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Jobs and study options

Our Skills and Jobs Centres can assist and talk through options for courses, careers, assistance with job applications and more.

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Contingent Study Arrangements

Where a situation arises that prevents campus attendance (such as COVID restrictions, natural disasters, etc.) and it is deemed an appropriate response in protecting the health and safety of staff, students, and visitors, this course will adapt to alternative training arrangements, possibly using online methods of teaching and/or communication while students engage from home with their Trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time.

Whether you need support with time management, your mental health, grief and loss, a diagnosed disability, financial hardship, or any other challenge life throws your way, we are here to help.

Support for personal issues

We have a dedicated team to ensure students have the help they need with personal issues impacting studies such as homelessness, family problems & setting up payment plans.

Find out how the Student Experience Team can help you

Disability support

Get access to the supports and adjustments you need for your disability or medical condition to be successful in your studies.

Seek support from our Equitable Learning Advisors

Counselling services

We offer free counselling services to help you work through life's challenges including grief and loss, mental health or relationships.

Learn about our Student Wellbeing Advisors

Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.

Further information is provided at course induction.