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HR Assistants support the Human Resources Manager and company executives. They maintain personnel records, assist with recruiting and inductions, and deal with employee concerns.
As a HR Assistant you could be issuing job application forms, running a background check on a candidate, organising staff training sessions, updating an online induction, and preparing letters of appointment (or termination).
There are 10 courses available for people who want to become a HR Assistant. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
Possible job outcomes:
The BSB50120 Diploma of Business is for business leaders and unit managers needing a hands-one qualification that supports their actual job role. This nationally recognised diploma builds on your existing skills and allows you to specialise in one of nine different areas — operations, leadership, organisational development, compliance, sales, digital and data, procurement, records and information management, or evaluation. You’ll graduate with greatly improved confidence, critical thinking and communication skills. Enquire now for the unit list in each of the nine specialisation areas and upcoming enrolment opportunities. Learn more.
The Diploma of Human Resources Management is not just for dedicated HR Managers, it’s for any manager or supervisor wanting to refine their recruitment and selection process and get more out of their existing team. Working through this nationally recognised Diploma you’ll learn how to increase employee productivity, mentor and coach your staff, plus manage the human side of a crisis or significant change in the workplace. Sound like you? Enquire today for a full list of units, eligibility requirements, and enrolment options. Learn more.
The BSB40420 Certificate IV in Human Resource Management is for HR Co-ordinators or managers and line supervisors that also have HR responsibilities. Over 12-18 months of study you will learn how to support the learning and development of teams, and support the HR process at your organisation. The course covers: recruitment and onboarding, performance development, advanced payroll, work health and safety implementation, industrial relations, critical communication skills. Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective choices, and enrolment opportunities. Learn more.
Learn how to the manage the organisation’s HR function with the BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management. This nationally recognised qualification is suited to HR Managers as well as independent HR consultants and advisors. The course covers: employee and industrial relations, team learning and development, workforce planning tools, business risk, WHS and worker’s compensation, payroll, HR information systems, employee health and wellness programs. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, graduation outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates. Learn more.
The Diploma of Business is suitable for managers, supervisors and small business owners requiring the knowledge to plan, establish and operate a successful business. Students will gain skills in project management; recruiting, selecting and inducting staff as well as marketing. Learn more.
In Australia, a full time HR Assistant generally earns $1,230 per week ($63,960 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the role.
There are currently 12,000 HR Assistants employed in Australia right now and this job role has grown significantly over the last 5 years. HR Assistants work in larger organisation across all industries and employment sectors.
Source: Australian Government Job Outlook 2020
Get started as a HR Assistant with the Certificate IV In Human Resources. This course takes 12 months to complete. Vendor certifications in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and G Suite would also be helpful.
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Here are some potential career pathways within human resources. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Human Resources
HR Assistant
$1,150 weekly pay
Payroll Officer
$1,250 weekly pay
Recruitment Consultant
$1,050 weekly pay
Human Resources Director
$1,800 weekly pay
Human Resources Manager
$1,600 weekly pay
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