Diploma of Human Resource Management

The Diploma of Human Resource Management at Sacred Heart International College is a one-year qualification for people who want to work in HR or take on people-management responsibilities. It sits at the diploma level of the Australian Qualifications Framework, which means it is practical, job-focused and shorter than a degree. You will study how Australian workplaces actually run: recruiting and onboarding staff, keeping employment records, supporting performance discussions, handling grievances, and understanding the Fair Work Act and other rules that govern pay, leave and workplace behaviour.

Delivery is built around units of study, each with a set credit value, and you will usually complete them over two semesters or trimesters. Assessment is a mix of written tasks, case studies, role plays and projects based on real workplace scenarios, so you are producing the kind of documents and advice an HR coordinator would produce on the job. Some providers include a work placement or industry project as part of the course; check the official page to confirm what Sacred Heart International College arranges and whether placement hours are required for your qualification.

By the end you should be able to write a position description, shortlist and interview candidates, maintain confidential personnel files, interpret an award or enterprise agreement, and give managers straightforward advice on staffing issues. You will also cover workplace health and safety duties, diversity and inclusion, and the basics of HR data and reporting. These are the skills employers ask for in entry-level HR and administration roles, and they transfer well into any industry that employs people.

This diploma suits school leavers who want a fast route into office work, people already in administration or team leadership who want formal HR recognition, and international students looking for an Australian qualification in a field with steady demand. If you later want a degree, many Australian universities offer credit for diploma study, though the amount depends on the institution and the units you completed. English requirements for international applicants are typically IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall, with TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic and Cambridge C1 Advanced accepted as equivalents. The Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself. Tuition is published on the CRICOS register under course code 105996M. Confirm current entry requirements, unit structure, placement arrangements and fees on the official page before applying.

• HR coordinator or HR administrator
• Recruitment consultant or recruitment officer
• Payroll and personnel records officer
• Learning and development coordinator
• Workplace health and safety administrator
• Office or team leader with people-management duties

These roles appear across Australian industries: professional services, healthcare, retail, hospitality, manufacturing, government and not-for-profit organisations. HR administration is a common entry point, and with experience you can move into specialist areas such as recruitment, industrial relations, training or payroll. Graduates may also use the qualification as a pathway into a bachelor degree with credit, depending on the university. International graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, which allows you to stay and work in Australia after finishing; eligibility rules are set by the Department of Home Affairs. While studying, a Student visa generally allows up to 48 hours of work per fortnight.