Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Human Resource Management
Certificate IV in Human Resource Management
BSB40420
BFS2
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 19/10/2020 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work in a range of human resources roles. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Coordinator and 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.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = Twelve (12)Six (6) core units plus
Six (6) elective units, of which:
- two (2) elective units must be selected from Group A
- two (2) elective units must be selected from Group B
- for the remaining two (2) elective units:
- up to two (2) units may be selected from Groups A and B
- if not listed, up to two (2) units may be selected from a Certificate III, Certificate IV or Diploma from this or any other currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All six (6) core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCF25 | BSBHRM411 | Administer performance development processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCF90 | BSBHRM415 | Coordinate recruitment and onboarding | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OCD83 | BSBWHS411 | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCF57 | BSBHRM412 | Support employee and industrial relations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCE09 | BSBHRM417 | Support human resources functions and processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCE36 | BSBHRM413 | Support the learning and development of teams and individuals | 35 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A – Human Resources
Two (2) elective units must be selected from Group A
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCG24 | BSBHRM531 | Coordinate health and wellness programs | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OCE48 | BSBHRM530 | Coordinate rehabilitation and return to work programs | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCF28 | BSBHRM528 | Coordinate remuneration and employee benefits | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OCE69 | BSBHRM529 | Coordinate separation and termination processes | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OCE38 | BSBCMM412 | Lead difficult conversations | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCG27 | BSBHRM416 | Process payroll | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCD73 | BSBHRM414 | Use human resources information systems | 55 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B – Transferable Skills
Two (2) elective units must be selected from Group B
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBO79 | BSBXBD403 | Analyse big data | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCF09 | BSBOPS403 | Apply business risk management processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OAQ34 | BSBXCM401 | Apply communication strategies in the workplace | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OCE59 | BSBCRT412 | Articulate, present and debate ideas | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCD91 | BSBTWK401 | Build and maintain business relationships | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OCE99 | BSBPEF403 | Lead personal development | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCG20 | BSBCMM411 | Make presentations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCF08 | BSBOPS405 | Organise business meetings | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OCE84 | BSBPMG430 | Undertake project work | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OCD96 | BSBTEC404 | Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OCD66 | BSBWRT411 | Write complex documents | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVT3 | BSB41015 | Certificate IV in Human Resources | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships