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    National code: BSBSS00105

    Human Resources Foundations Skill Set

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    OverviewAbout this course

    HR professionals are in high-demand and are critical to the success of organisations and individuals. Get an overview of the core functions of HR including recruitment, performance management and employee/industrial relations with this short course.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • Develop recruitment requirements and consult with stakeholders about job descriptions, selection criteria and workforce strategy

    • Communicate employment terms and conditions, employee entitlements, awards, agreements and individual work contracts

    • Help stakeholders understand the legislative environment, agreements, policies and procedures

    • Support stakeholders in simple disputes and look for opportunities to improve performance

    • development, sustainability and organisational culture

    • Record, maintain and report documents and workforce data

    • Learn to screen, interview, assess and select potential candidates

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment

    • Credit towards a full qualification

    • A pathway to further study

    • An understanding of the core functions of HR and how employee/industrial relations impact HR practices

    • Specialist skills to align performance management systems with the strategic direction of the organisation

    • The ability to develop procedures to acknowledge good performance and address under-performance

    • Knowledge to coordinate and deliver training to stakeholders to use performance management systems

    • Experience onboarding new staff and identifying the appropriate paperwork for payments and employee record keeping

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.

    Completion requirements

    During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:

    • Video assessments are an important part of coursework. Students will be required to submit HR role-play videos and source appropriate participants.

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • Access to a computer with the Microsoft Office suite and a stable Wi-Fi signal

    TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

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    PathwaysFuture career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: HR officer and people and culture assistant with the Diploma of Human Resource Management.

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study0 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    The Human Resources Foundations Skill Set does not have any pre-requisite courses.

    Further study2 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    Related study0 Courses

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    The Human Resources Foundations Skill Set does not have any related courses.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Support human resources functions and processesBSBHRM417

    • Administer performance development processesBSBHRM411

    • Coordinate recruitment and onboardingBSBHRM415

    • Support employee and industrial relationsBSBHRM412

    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations – get social with our student community

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