HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT OFFICER

Course Overview

Advanced Occupational Certificate: Human Resource Management Officer (SAQA ID 121151, NQF 6, 134 credits)

This programme provides students with the critical skills and knowledge necessary for successful careers in Human Resource Management (HRM). The curriculum encompasses a broad spectrum of topics, including Human Resources and Workforce Planning, Staff Attraction and Procurement, Employee Maintenance and Development, Employment Relations Management, and the effective delivery of all related Human Resource Management Services. By integrating theoretical foundations with practical experience, the qualification prepares students to adeptly handle the challenges of contemporary workplaces. The HRM Officer plays an integral part in any organisation, promoting a positive work culture and contributing to organisational excellence. Possible career pathways include HR Specialist, HR Coordinator, HR Manager, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Benefits Manager and Organisational Development Specialist.

This qualification includes the following modules:

• Organisational Architecture for success and sustainability
• Talent management and workforce plans
• Learning and Development (L&D) and organisational growth strategies
• Human Resource Management Services
• Employment Relations Strategies
• HRM Service Delivery Processes
• Facilitating effective Talent Management
• Organisational and Work design and implementation processes
• Operationalise Employment Relations strategies and plans.
• Implementing fit-for-purpose HR Architecture.

Study period: up to 24 months   

Work Experience

The completion of work experience is a compulsory part of the programme. Students are required to spend time in an approved workplace (approximately 45 days) completing the tasks prescribed in the Statement of Work Experience. Such work may be undertaken on a part-time/ informal basis.

Course Materials

This course includes a comprehensive set of learning materials.

Assessment and Award

Students will complete an assignment for each of the knowledge and practical modules. For work experience modules students are required to submit the completed Statement of Work Experience with any additional evidence required. Students who have successfully completed the knowledge, practical and work experience requirement of the qualification will be issued with a statement of results which provides entry to the final examination. The final examination or External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA) is conducted at an approved assessment centre (additional exam fees apply).

Students who have successfully completed the EISA will be awarded the Advanced Occupational Certificate: Human Resource Management Officer (SAQA ID 121151, NQF 6, 134 credits), issued by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).

Entry Requirements

Higher Certificate in Human Resource Management/ appropriate NQF level 5 qualification

Accreditation