Certificate IV in Human Resources

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Where Can the BSB41015 Certificate IV in Human Resources Take Your Career?

The Certificate IV in Human Resources (BSB41015) will give you the skills you need to perform key human resource tasks and activities with confidence. Nationally recognised human resource training will help you work towards your goal of becoming a:

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

Course Delivery

Inspire Education (RTO# 32067) delivers this course through Mixed Mode Delivery, which means it will be self-paced and completed via distance education using Inspire’s online student portal.  Delivery includes face-to-face webinars, self-paced study, directed research and online learning and assessment materials and activities.

This popular and effective delivery method allows you to study from anywhere, including major cities like Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Perth AND regional or remote areas of Australia. Online study also means you can work at your own pace, at times most convenient to you.

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Course Duration: You will have up to 12 months to complete the assessments for this course. As there are no fixed semesters or training dates, you can start training at any time throughout the year.

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What Will You Learn During the Human Resources Course?

If you want to become an important part of human resource management in the workplace, then the Cert IV in HR (BSB41015) is the course for you! This course will help you develop a solid foundation of practical human resources skills and abilities you can use in the workplace.

During your HR course you will learn important human resource management skills in areas such as performance management, staff recruitment, staff selection and induction, industrial relations, risk management, and work place health and safety.

Reach your goals with the Certificate IV in Human Resources BSB41015!

Course Outline & Structure

Expected Study Hours:  There are a total of up to 1020 expected study hours for this course, depending on your existing skills and knowledge. To assess your knowledge, you will be asked to complete a Personal Learning Plan Evaluation after you enrol. Upon completion, you will be provided with a training plan that identifies your cohort, taking into account your existing level of knowledge and skill in this vocational area.

The amount of training and support required for each learner will vary according to their existing experience, knowledge and skills.

Inspire Education has identified four student cohorts:

• Beginner Cohort (Full Study Model) – includes learners with limited relevant knowledge or skill in the competence contained in this qualification; no recent related industry experience; study hours is up to 1020 hours
• Intermediate Cohort (Partial Study Model) – includes learners with moderate relevant knowledge and skill in the competence contained in this qualification; limited recent related industry experience; study hours is up to 865 hours
• Advanced Cohort (Partial Recognition Pathway) – includes learners with extensive relevant knowledge and skill in the competence contained in this qualification; recent related industry work experience of one year or more; study hours is up to 590 hours
• Expert Cohort (Assessment only) – consists of individuals with current industry experience of 2 or more years and extensive relevant knowledge and skill in the competence contained in this qualification; these candidates are recommended to undertake a full recognition pathway; this includes candidates holding the BSB40212 Certificate IV in Business who are currently working in the industry; study hours is up to 460 hours

Assessment Methods: The course is assessed through questioning, product-based methods*, direct observation, and third-party evidence

*Students have the option to undertake assessments of certain subjects in the workplace or using the simulation environment

BSB41015 Course Units

The Certificate IV in Human Resources BSB41015 is comprised of 10 units – 6 core units and 4 electives. Our HR elective course units have been carefully chosen to ensure they meet the needs of a wide range of jobs requiring human resources skills.

Core Units include (6 total):

BSBHRM403 – Support performance-management processes
BSBHRM404 – Review human resources functions
BSBHRM405 – Support the recruitment, selection and induction of staff
BSBWHS401 – Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements
BSBLDR402 – Lead effective workplace relationships
BSBWRK411 – Support employee and industrial relations procedures

Electives (complete 4 of 4):

BSBADM405 – Organise meetings
BSBINN301 – Promote innovation in a team environment
BSBRES411 – Analyse and present research information
BSBRSK401 – Identify risk and apply risk management processes

Another course that have the similar units is the BSB40515 Certificate IV in Business Administration.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal prerequisites for this qualification, however it is preferred that students:

• Are 18 years or older
• Have sound language and literacy skills (at least Year 10 English, or equivalent)
• Hold some industry experience in a relevant role (e.g. Administration Officer, Executive Personal Assistant, Human Resources Clerk, Human Resources Officer)
• Have basic computer skills

Students are required to:

• Obtain a Unique Student Identifier (USI)
• Provide a valid ID with his/her picture and signature
• Undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy Evaluation
• Undertake a Personal Learning Plan with Cohort explanation and learning pathway

All students considering a self-paced online course should give consideration to the following prior to enrolment:

• Ability to access any required technologies
• Information technology skills in accessing and using online programs
• Experience and self-motivation to learn on their own
• Competing pressures, such as work and family commitments, that may impact self-paced study time

Take our “Online Study Readiness Survey” to do a self-assessment! Visit the Inspire FAQ page for more info.

Training Resources

To support you in your studies Inspire will provide:

• Access to a student account in the Learning Management System (LMS) for submission
• Learning Materials and Assessment Workbooks
• Simulations, where applicable
• Templates for completing project documents, including access to relevant acts, regulations and standards, and their corresponding documentation

To complete your studies you will need to have access to:

• Where possible, access to a workplace where they can complete their assessments under a supervisor (Note: Inspire Education will provide a simulated environment for students unable to secure a workplace for their assessments – for units applicable under simulated pathway only)
• Computer with:
  • Internet access through Google Chrome
  • MS Word, MS PowerPoint or equivalent applications
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Video recording equipment (e.g. mobile phone or video recorder) to record role-play activities and presentations
• Access to a supervisor to observe and provide feedback
• At least three (3) people to participate in various assessment activities including meetings, role-plays and providing feedback

Qualification Pathways

The BSB41015 Certificate IV in HR is suitable for anyone looking to further their education in the business industry and seeking to gain knowledge of human resources procedures.

Once enrolled in this course you may also consider additional training to complement your HR skills:

• BSB40515 Certificate IV in Business Administration
• BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business
• BSB42015 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
• BSB41515 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
• BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
• FNS30317 Certificate III in Accounts Administration
• FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping

The Certificate IV in HR also enables entry into the:

• BSB50618 Diploma of Human Resources Management

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

The RPL Pathway is available to any learner who can provide evidence of competency for the units offered within the qualification. See the RPL Guide for more information on this process and how to apply.

Inspire works with a range of reputable parties to market and recruit for national qualification and courses. Students of Inspire Education may be recruited by other parties under specific arrangements.

^To enrol now, pay only the upfront fee and take advantage of easy monthly payments for the remaining course balance. View the course information pack for complete pricing details.