BSB40420 Certificate IV in Human Resource Management
CRICOS CODE | DURATION | STUDY LOAD | QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE |
104568F | 52 weeks | Full-time | 12 units |
Delivered face-to-face at a Training Masters approved campus . The duration includes 40 study weeks and 12 weeks of scheduled breaks.
About this qualification
This qualification builds practical skills for human resource support roles. Graduates may support all HR activities in a small organisation or contribute to a specialised HR function within a larger workplace.
Learning focus: Support recruitment, selection and onboarding; Assist with performance development and employee relations; Support learning and development and remuneration processes; Apply workplace health and safety and risk practices; Communicate effectively and support productive workplace relationships.
Entry requirements
You must meet Training Masters’ general entry requirements. The national training package lists no additional entry requirements for this qualification.
Study and employment pathways
Further study: You may progress to BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management or another relevant diploma. Admission and any credit are decided by the receiving provider.
Employment possibilities: Possible entry-level roles include Human Resources Officer, HR Coordinator, Recruitment Officer, HR/Payroll Support Officer or Human Resources Administrator.
TM assessment methods
Assessment methods across this qualification may include written knowledge questions, projects, case studies, reports, presentations, practical activities, role-plays and observation in approved real or simulated contexts. The approved TM assessment tool for each unit states the exact tasks, conditions and evidence required.
Units of competency
The current TM unit structure is shown below. Elective units are selected by TM for this course.
CORE UNITS — 6 | |
BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | BSBHRM417 Support human resource functions and processes |
BSBHRM415 Coordinate recruitment and onboarding | BSBHRM413 Support the learning and development of teams and individuals |
BSBHRM412 Support employee and industrial relations | BSBHRM411 Administer performance development processes |
TM ELECTIVE UNITS — 6 | |
BSBWRT411 Write complex documents | BSBOPS403 Apply business risk management processes |
BSBHRM528 Coordinate remuneration and employee benefits | BSBCMM412 Lead difficult conversations |
BSBPMG430 Undertake project work | BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships |


