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BSBSS00105

Human Resources Foundations Skill Set

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Course Description

The BSBSS00105 Human Resources Foundations Skill Set will ensure your skills and knowledge are up to current industry standards. Use your existing skills and knowledge to obtain this accredited Skill Set, which can also be used as a pathway to the BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resources Management.

  • This Human Resources Foundations Skill Set will kickstart your knowledge and skills in some key human resources areas like recruitment, performance management and employee relations.
  • If you want to study the BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resources Management, this Skill Set will give you the pre-requisite prior study requirements if you don’t have the necessary work experience for enrolment.
  • It is also a great introduction into the BSB40420 Certificate IV in Human Resources, giving you 4 units of competency towards that course.

During the Skill Set, you will learn how to:

  • Support HR functions and processes
  • Coordinate recruitment and onboarding
  • Support employee and industrial relations procedures
  • Administer performance development processes

If you are an existing worker or have experience in the related industry, please inform our enrolment consultants during your enrolment conversation. You may be eligible to enrol as an existing worker and complete your studies faster. Please note - limitations do apply.

Potential career outcomes

  • Human Resources Assistant
  • Human Resources Coordinator
  • Human Resources Officer

Course Details

Course number E1415
Qualification name BSBSS00105 Human Resources Foundations Skill Set
Course duration Self paced - maximum of 6 months
Delivery Method Online
Recognition Nationally Recognised Nationally Recognised Training
Assessments Multiple choice Quiz, Projects, Role plays, Video, Written assessments
Awarded by Open Colleges Pty Ltd (Provider number: 90796)

Requirements

Entry Requirements

There are no mandated education entry requirements for this Skill Set.

There are no mandatory Open Colleges entry requirements.

It is also recommended that students

  • Are 18 years old (note: students under 18 will need permission from a parent or guardian to enrol
  • Have language, literacy and numeracy skills that ensure the ability to read and comprehend technical terms and communicate effectively through email. These skills are equivalent to those that would be required to successfully complete Year 10 or ACSF Level 3, or
  • Have completed a qualification at a Certificate III level or higher
  • Have access to a modern computer with video / audio playback capabilities and high-speed internet
  • Have access to Microsoft Office or equivalent
  • Have basic computing skills, including the ability to make a short video
  • Have access to a digital video recording device to save and upload video/image files to OpenSpace, e.g., mobile phone/smartphone.

Minimum age

You will need to be at least 18 years old.

Physical requirements

You’ll be required to operate office equipment and resources including telephone, photocopier, scanner and printer in a safe environment that includes an ergonomically sound computer workstation.

Equipment and tools

This course includes a requirement to record video and/ or audio roleplays.  These will require participation by 1-2 other people sourced by you. 

Language, Literacy and Numeracy

Our free online assessment tool can help give you an idea of the language, literacy and numeracy skills needed to study a VET course. This tool can also help you determine your learning level and help you plan your future studies. You can access the Language, Literacy and Numeracy tool here.

Subjects

Open Colleges may make changes to the course from time to time to reflect changes introduced to the relevant Training Package or other regulatory requirements. Please download the course guide for current information about the course and its status.

Module 1

  • Identify human resources functions 
  • Review policy and procedures frameworks 
  • Apply ethical framework 
  • Analyse human resource metrics 
  • Report outcomes of review and analysis 

Module 2

  • Plan for recruitment 
  • Screen and interview potential candidates 
  • Assess and select candidates 
  • Manage candidate outcomes 
  • Onboard successful candidate 

Module 3

  • Review performance development infrastructure 
  • Promote performance development system 
  • Recommend improvements to performance development system in response to collated data 

Module 4

  • Support preparation of Employee and Industrial Relations processes 
  • Support industrial relations 
  • Support employee relations 
  • Contribute to continuous improvement 

Payment Options

Pay in Full

You can choose to pay your course fees in full upon enrolment.

Pay 50% & Payment Plan Combo

NOT AVAILABLE

Payment Plan

You can choose to pay for your course in weekly or fortnightly instalments. By paying in instalments, you can schedule your payments around your regular outgoings and get ahead without breaking the bank. Open Colleges payment plans are interest-free.

Zip Money Payment Plan

NOT AVAILABLE

BPAY®

With BPAY®, you’re able to pay quickly and securely, 24/7 through your internet, mobile or phone banking service. You can choose when, how much and from which account to pay from - whatever works for you. BPAY® is only available when paying in full. Call an Enrolment Consultant to find out more. 

BPAY® is a trademark of BPAY Pty Ltd ABN 69 079 137 518. Check if BPAY® is right for you by reading the terms and conditions available from your Financial Institution.

Trainers

Chris Jones

Chris holds a Diploma of Leadership and Management, has almost 15 years experience in this field and is a Director of two private companies. He is an inspirational leader who tells stories that inspire action while at the same time is grounded in financial information that levers the business. Respected as a credible voice in decision making, finding strategic financing partners, and establishing governance boundaries, Chris earns a seat at the table wherever he serves. Chris has been in education for over 6 years, working with domestic students. He is passionate about education and thrives on empowering others to succeed.

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Course at a Glance

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Course duration

Self paced - maximum of 6 months

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Career Outcomes

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  • checkHuman Resources Coordinator
  • checkHuman Resources Officer
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Delivery Method

Online

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Payment

Flexible payment options available

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Recognition

Nationally recognised

Nationally Recognised Training

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  • Build on your existing skills or upskill in a new area

Course at a Glance

schedule

Course duration

Self paced - maximum of 6 months

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Career Outcomes

  • checkHuman Resources Assistant
  • checkHuman Resources Coordinator
  • checkHuman Resources Officer
computer

Delivery Method

Online

credit_score

Payment

Flexible payment options available

Icon for recognition

Recognition

Nationally recognised

Nationally Recognised Training

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Become an Open Colleges student

The BSBSS00105 Human Resources Foundations Skill Set will ensure your skills and knowledge are up to current industry standards. Use your existing skills and knowledge to obtain this accredited Skill Set, which can also be used as a pathway to the BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resources Management.

  • This Human Resources Foundations Skill Set will kickstart your knowledge and skills in some key human resources areas like recruitment, performance management and employee relations.
  • If you want to study the BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resources Management, this Skill Set will give you the pre-requisite prior study requirements if you don’t have the necessary work experience for enrolment.
  • It is also a great introduction into the BSB40420 Certificate IV in Human Resources, giving you 4 units of competency towards that course.

During the Skill Set, you will learn how to:

  • Support HR functions and processes
  • Coordinate recruitment and onboarding
  • Support employee and industrial relations procedures
  • Administer performance development processes

If you are an existing worker or have experience in the related industry, please inform our enrolment consultants during your enrolment conversation. You may be eligible to enrol as an existing worker and complete your studies faster. Please note - limitations do apply.

Potential career outcomes

  • Human Resources Assistant
  • Human Resources Coordinator
  • Human Resources Officer
Course number E1415
Qualification name BSBSS00105 Human Resources Foundations Skill Set
Course duration Self paced - maximum of 6 months
Delivery Method Online
Recognition Nationally Recognised Nationally Recognised Training
Assessments Multiple choice Quiz, Projects, Role plays, Video, Written assessments
Awarded by Open Colleges Pty Ltd (Provider number: 90796)

Entry Requirements

There are no mandated education entry requirements for this Skill Set.

There are no mandatory Open Colleges entry requirements.

It is also recommended that students

  • Are 18 years old (note: students under 18 will need permission from a parent or guardian to enrol
  • Have language, literacy and numeracy skills that ensure the ability to read and comprehend technical terms and communicate effectively through email. These skills are equivalent to those that would be required to successfully complete Year 10 or ACSF Level 3, or
  • Have completed a qualification at a Certificate III level or higher
  • Have access to a modern computer with video / audio playback capabilities and high-speed internet
  • Have access to Microsoft Office or equivalent
  • Have basic computing skills, including the ability to make a short video
  • Have access to a digital video recording device to save and upload video/image files to OpenSpace, e.g., mobile phone/smartphone.

Minimum age

You will need to be at least 18 years old.

Physical requirements

You’ll be required to operate office equipment and resources including telephone, photocopier, scanner and printer in a safe environment that includes an ergonomically sound computer workstation.

Equipment and tools

This course includes a requirement to record video and/ or audio roleplays.  These will require participation by 1-2 other people sourced by you. 

Language, Literacy and Numeracy

Our free online assessment tool can help give you an idea of the language, literacy and numeracy skills needed to study a VET course. This tool can also help you determine your learning level and help you plan your future studies. You can access the Language, Literacy and Numeracy tool here.

Open Colleges may make changes to the course from time to time to reflect changes introduced to the relevant Training Package or other regulatory requirements. Please download the course guide for current information about the course and its status.

Module 1

  • Identify human resources functions 
  • Review policy and procedures frameworks 
  • Apply ethical framework 
  • Analyse human resource metrics 
  • Report outcomes of review and analysis 

Module 2

  • Plan for recruitment 
  • Screen and interview potential candidates 
  • Assess and select candidates 
  • Manage candidate outcomes 
  • Onboard successful candidate 

Module 3

  • Review performance development infrastructure 
  • Promote performance development system 
  • Recommend improvements to performance development system in response to collated data 

Module 4

  • Support preparation of Employee and Industrial Relations processes 
  • Support industrial relations 
  • Support employee relations 
  • Contribute to continuous improvement 

Pay in Full

You can choose to pay your course fees in full upon enrolment.

Pay 50% & Payment Plan Combo

NOT AVAILABLE

Payment Plan

You can choose to pay for your course in weekly or fortnightly instalments. By paying in instalments, you can schedule your payments around your regular outgoings and get ahead without breaking the bank. Open Colleges payment plans are interest-free.

Zip Money Payment Plan

NOT AVAILABLE

BPAY®

With BPAY®, you’re able to pay quickly and securely, 24/7 through your internet, mobile or phone banking service. You can choose when, how much and from which account to pay from - whatever works for you. BPAY® is only available when paying in full. Call an Enrolment Consultant to find out more. 

BPAY® is a trademark of BPAY Pty Ltd ABN 69 079 137 518. Check if BPAY® is right for you by reading the terms and conditions available from your Financial Institution.

Chris Jones

Chris holds a Diploma of Leadership and Management, has almost 15 years experience in this field and is a Director of two private companies. He is an inspirational leader who tells stories that inspire action while at the same time is grounded in financial information that levers the business. Respected as a credible voice in decision making, finding strategic financing partners, and establishing governance boundaries, Chris earns a seat at the table wherever he serves. Chris has been in education for over 6 years, working with domestic students. He is passionate about education and thrives on empowering others to succeed.
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