Charles Darwin University (CDU TAFE)
1 to 1.5 years
This diploma prepares professionals for advanced human resources management roles across organizations of all sizes. Students develop expertise in performance management, employee relations, learning coordination, and workforce planning to become HR managers, consultants, and advisors.
Entry requires completion of Certificate III or IV level units in human resources administration, employee relations, recruitment and onboarding, and HR functions, or equivalent competencies. Alternatively, applicants must have two years of equivalent full-time relevant work experience. A pre-enrolment interview will be conducted, and a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) assessment may be required to establish support needs or VET Student Loan eligibility.
The program comprises 12 units of competency: seven core units covering performance development processes, employee and industrial relations management, learning and development coordination, workforce plan implementation, human resource functions and processes, business risk management, and workplace health and safety policies. Five elective units allow specialization in areas such as remuneration and employee benefits, separation and termination processes, rehabilitation and return to work programs, workplace relationships, project management, organizational policy development, diversity and inclusion leadership, and emotional intelligence development.
CDU is the Northern Territory's largest training provider with industry-ready skills development and expert lecturers. The institution offers first-class facilities, recognition of prior learning to accelerate qualification completion, and flexible study options including online delivery. CDU provides a supportive learning environment with 24/7 access to online learning resources and multiple campus locations, enabling students to balance study with work and family commitments.
Graduates are prepared for diverse career pathways in human resources management across public and private sector organizations. Roles include HR Manager overseeing all HR functions, HR Consultant providing strategic advice, Senior HR Officer managing specific HR functions, HR Advisor supporting employees and management, and Human Resources Business Partner aligning HR strategy with organizational goals. The qualification also provides pathways to further study through VET to Higher Education credit transfer arrangements.
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