BSB41007 - Certificate IV in Human Resources
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work in a range of support positions in human resources management. In smaller companies they may work across all human resources functional areas and in larger companies they may be assigned responsibilities in units or business areas focused on discrete human resources functions, such as remuneration, workforce planning or human resources information systems.
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Human Resources Assistant
- Human Resources Officer
- Payroll Officer
- Project or Program Administrator
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Prerequisite requirements
There are no prerequisite requirements for individual units of competency.Pathways into the qualification
Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
- after achieving the BSB30107 Certificate III in Business or other relevant qualification/s
- providing evidence of competency in the majority of units required for the BSB30107 Certificate III in Business or other relevant qualification/s
- with some vocational experience in assisting human resources team leaders, supervisors or managers in their work but without formal human resource qualifications
- Administration Officer
- Executive Personal Assistant
- Human Resources Clerk
- Office Administrator
- Project Assistant
This breadth of expertise would equate to the competencies required to undertake this qualification.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving the BSB41007 Certificate IV in Human Resources, candidates may undertake the BSB50607 Diploma of Human Resources Management, or a range of other Diploma qualifications.
Licensing, Legislative, Regulatory or Certification Considerations
There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, where required, a unit of competency will specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements that impact on the unit.

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on the packaging options. This table is a summary of employability skills that are typical of this qualification and should not be interpreted as definitive.
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Total number of units = 10
4 Core units
6 Elective units
Human Resource Management
BSBHRM401A - Review human resources functionsBSBHRM402A - Recruit, select and induct staff
BSBHRM403A - Support performance management process
Workplace Relations
BSBWRK410A - Implement industrial relations procedures
Customer Service
BSBCUS402A - Address customer needsFinancial Administration
BSBFIA402A - Report on financial activityGeneral Administration
BSBADM405B - Organise meetingsBSBADM406B - Organise business travel
Innovation
BSBINN301A - Promote innovation in a team environmentInterpersonal Communication
BSBCMM401A - Make a presentationIT Use
BSBITU401A - Design and develop complex text documentsBSBITU402A - Develop and use complex spreadsheets
Occupational Health and Safety
BSBOHS407A - Monitor a safe workplaceRelationship Management
BSBREL401A - Establish networksRisk Management
BSBRSK401A - Identify risk and apply risk management processesWorkplace Effectiveness
BSBWOR401A - Establish effective workplace relationshipsBSBWOR402A - Promote team effectiveness






