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HR & Project Management

Certificate IV in Human Resource Management

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Overview

Step into a Human Resources Career

Master the essential recruitment, employee relations, and compliance skills needed to confidently support a modern workforce

The Certificate IV in Human Resource Management is designed to position you at the heart of workplace culture and compliance. This practical course provides a solid foundation in key HR functions, covering recruitment campaigns, performance management, industrial relations, and staff retention, while ensuring you understand the core legal frameworks that protect both businesses and employees.

  • Duration

    46 weeks

    Traineeship timelines vary by state training contract guidelines.
  • Study load

    12–15 hrs / week

  • Estimated fee
    $3,750
    or
    Interest-free
    $78 / week

    Weekly, fortnightly or upfront - adjust any time.

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Careers

Potential Careers

This qualification prepares you for a range of human resources, recruitment, and people-support roles across corporate office environments, recruitment agencies, government departments, and small-to-medium enterprises. It is designed to help you build the foundational people management, onboarding, and compliance skills that employers look for in mid-level HR positions such as:

  • Human Resources Officer
  • Recruitment Consultant / Officer
  • HR Coordinator
  • People and Culture Assistant
Subjects

The skills that take you further

Subjects and units of competency may vary or be updated during your enrolment to reflect the latest industry standards.

Core Subjects

This subject covers the recruitment process, including the many steps involved in vital pre-recruitment activities such as revising job descriptions, advertising vacancies, short-listing and interviewing. Learners are provided with an opportunity to demonstrate their interviewing skills in an interview and reference check role play. The primary performance evidence required in the assessment for this subject is the coordination of the recruitment and onboarding of 2 candidates; to apply effective communication strategies; and to plan and implement use of digital technology to collaborate in a work environment at least once.
  • Apply communication strategies in the workplace BSBXCM401
  • Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment BSBTEC404
  • Coordinate recruitment and onboarding BSBHRM415

Being able to organise personal work priorities is an essential job skill. Learn how to set and meet work priorities through time management and planning your work schedule. This subject also looks at emotional intelligence and the ability to identify ways to adapt personal attributes to be successful in different work situations.
  • Lead personal development BSBPEF403
  • Develop personal work priorities BSBPEF402

Supervisors and team leaders have strict legal obligations under safety legislation. Learn what these are, as well as the practical skills to identify, risk assess and resolve safety concerns. This subject also teaches how to better understand safety statistics and identify factors that can reduce injuries, and ensure the business is productive and profitable.
  • Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs BSBWHS411

Learn and practice the skills and knowledge required to develop and facilitate workplace training and on-the-job coaching. Learn the starting point to analyse the training needs of an organisation; develop a learning plan and coaching plan; and evaluate training effectiveness.
  • Support the learning and development of teams and individuals BSBHRM413

This subject covers the performance management cycle, beginning with a review of existing performance management systems and their alignment with the Fair Work - Best Practice Guidelines. This subject is very practical with a focus on improving performance appraisals processes. Topics include analysing and resolving of substandard performance and addressing personal problems. It also explores the areas of professional development and the provision of support services.
  • Administer performance development processes BSBHRM411

Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are a common staff support program in larger enterprises. This subject explains the ways to measure the success of an EAP. It also looks at how to develop an Employee Wellness Program, including: gaining management support for your proposal; implementing the program; generating staff support; communication and implementation plans; as well as how to monitor and evaluate your success. Case studies are included to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Support human resources functions and processes BSBHRM417
  • Coordinate health and wellness programs BSBHRM531

This subject takes you through workplace grievance and conflict and reviews the day to day application of employee relations policies and procedures for its effective management. It involves the research and application of relevant anti-discrimination laws, covers Fair Work Guidelines and the National Employment Standards using case studies to illustrate procedures.
  • Support employee and industrial relations BSBHRM412
  • Lead difficult conversations BSBCMM412

Real Stories. Real Career Success.

Don’t just take our word for it. Discover how our students transform their careers with ACCM.

  • All aspects of provided training was fantastic. Feedback from assessments were also thorough and well explained, with great communication. ACCM has a great system of support.

    Renee, NSW Certificate IV in Human Resource Management

  • I am extremely satisfied with the communication, processes, portal and lay out of the training. I found the learnings to be valuable and relevant to current market

    Sharni, NSW Certificate IV in Human Resource Management

  • Achieving this qualification is a major milestone in my professional development. I really appreciate your encouragement

    Ashley, NSW Certificate IV in Human Resource Management

  • I love the incremental aspect of the course - ACCM allows for you to work through the course at a good pace and lets you do a couple of questions as you go.

    Rachel, NSW Certificate IV in Human Resource Management

  • Systems are very easy to navigate. I am very satisfied with the training and my qualification. All training material was relevant to the subject, clear and easy to understand

    Danielle, NSW Certificate IV in Human Resource Management
Entry Requirements

What you need to get started

We want to make sure you are stepping into a qualification that you can confidently master.

Reviewing your foundational skills, prior learning, and experience during enrolment allows us to confirm you have everything you need to succeed in your learning program.

It also gives our team a clear picture of your strengths, ensuring we can build the right learning adjustments and study safety nets around you from day one.

  • Relevant Job Role and Previous HR Experience

    For this qualification you should have completed a Certificate III or have relevant HR work experience. Students without a prior or current HR work background should expect that the study time and length of course will be longer.

  • Required Qualification Reading Skills

    You will need to read complex texts like workplace policies, extract key ideas, and use basic reading strategies. Having Year 12 or sound workplace reading skills will set you up for success.

  • Writing Skills for Success

    You'll need to be able to draft complex emails, present detailed ideas clearly, and adapt your document layouts. Having completed Year 12 schooling or solid workplace writing experience ensures you are ready to excel.

  • Communicating in Spoken English

    You must be able to follow conversations, explain complex steps and adapt your speech. Having the spoken English skills to talk professionally with your Student Adviser is a great indicator of your ability.

  • Demonstrate Practical Math Skills

    You will need to understand and use everyday maths in routine tasks. Having completed Year 10 or a practical, working knowledge of basic math functions should ensure you are fully prepared to succeed.

  • Possess Appropriate Digital Skills

    You will need to be able to navigate websites, edit documents or spreadsheets, and manage email. Being able to upload files and use standard applications will ensure you have the right digital foundation.

  • System and Software Needs

    To successfully complete your online study, having a reliable internet connection, a laptop or desktop computer with the right applications installed are required to complete your learning journey with ACCM.

Course Fee

Affordable, without compromise

  • 24/7 access

    Start anytime. Course delivery helps you learn at your pace, without getting in the way of life.

  • No hidden fees

    Study without the stress of extra costs. If you need to revise an assessment task, we provide unlimited attempts free of charge.

  • Remote, not distant

    We wrap the flexibility of online study in the genuine care of a classroom. You enjoy the freedom to learn from anywhere, knowing that a human support team is just a quick call away.

Your course fee

$3,750

Flexible interest-free payment options

Adjust the amount or frequency any time after enrolling.
Weekly Most popular
$78 / weekly

47 payments, interest-free

Fortnightly
$155 / fortnightly

23 payments, interest-free

For Employers

Are you an employer?

Because each state and territory follows unique traineeship eligibility rules, funding priorities, and qualification pathways, your business may be eligible for significant training subsidies or valuable payroll tax rebates depending on your circumstances.

Instead of trying to figure out the rules yourself, simply reach out to our course advisory team using the Enquire button.

We will quickly review your location and staff structure to map out a quality training program that maximises your available savings.

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  • New Entrant and Existing Worker Traineeships

    New Entrant and Existing Worker Traineeships are a formal training pathway used for new starters to gain practical skills and obtain a nationally recognised qualification while earning a salary.

  • Direct Corporate & Individual Enrolments

    Bypass the formal traineeship registration process entirely. Enroll your staff directly into our accredited courses as standard fee-paying students, allowing you to access our premium training model without the administrative overhead of a formal state training contract.

  • School Based Traineeships

    School-based traineeships allow senior high school students to launch their careers while completing their education. This pathway requires structured coordination with the student's school and guardians, and candidates must demonstrate genuine suitability for their chosen vocational path.

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