BSB50618

Diploma of Human Resources Management

Are you interested in earning a qualification that reflects your human resource management experience? Have you seen reference to BSB50618 Diploma of Human Resources Management? This qualification experienced significant change in 2020 and was replaced by BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management. Your human resource management experience may make you eligible to receive the latest version of this qualification based on the work you’ve already done through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)?. And you achieve this without having to complete any additional studies.

Our Skills Recognition Advisors can conduct a free preliminary assessment to confirm your eligibility.

Find out if you are eligible for this qualification by calling us on 1300 793 002, or apply here.

How has the Diploma of Human Resources Management changed?

BSB50618 Diploma of Human Resources Management was superseded and replaced in October 2020 when across Australia the Business Services qualifications were updated.

The newest qualification is BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management. When a qualification is updated, there is always a change to the code identifying the qualification.

At first glance, the two titles look the same, right?

We thought so too and then we noticed a slight change: instead of being Human Resources (plural), it became Human Resource (singular).

The older BSB50618 Diploma of Human Resources Management looked at key aspects of roles that are commonly found in the human resources sector in Australia.

The good news is that the newest version BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management is still focused on roles within the human resources sector in current day Australia.

If you are wondering about what substantial changes have been introduced, the highlights are:

Pre-requisites

BSB50618 Diploma of Human Resources Management had no pre-requisites to enrol in the course
BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management has introduced pre-requisites that must be met before you can enrol in the course

Total Number of Units

BSB50618 Diploma of Human Resources Management had a total of 9 units of competency (or subjects) to complete in the program
BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management has a total of 12 units of competency (or subjects) to complete in the program

Changes to Core Units

BSB50618 Diploma of Human Resources Management had a total of 6 core units of competency (or subjects) that must be completed in the program. These units are mandatory so they cannot be swapped out of the program.
BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management has a total of 7 core units of competency (or subjects) that must be completed in the program. These units are mandatory so they cannot be swapped out of the program.

Changes to Elective Units

BSB50618 Diploma of Human Resources Management had a total of 3 elective units of competency (or subjects) that must be completed in the program. These units were able to be chosen from some guidelines.
BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management has a total of 5 elective units of competency (or subjects) that must be completed in the program. These units are able to be chosen from some guidelines but the scope of choice has been reduced.

Is My BSB50618 Diploma of Human Resources Management still valid?

Your BSB50618 Diploma of Human Resources Management is still recognised as a valid qualification. In fact, you can complete your studies in this qualification until 2022.

The older version of this qualification still attests to the level of skills and knowledge that you held to graduate successfully with Diploma of Human Resources Management.

The Diploma of Human Resources Management has simply been updated so it is not the latest version available to the Australian public.

However, if you want to learn more about the latest version, you can read all about it here: BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management.

Recognising Your Human Resource Management Experience

Your human resource management experience can help you achieve the latest Certificate IV in Human Resource Management or accredited Human Resource Skill Sets through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Are you interested in earning the BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)? You may be eligible to receive this qualification based on the work you’ve already done. And, you could do it without having to complete any additional study.

Our Skills Recognition Advisors can conduct a free preliminary assessment to confirm your eligibility.

Find out if you are eligible for this qualification by calling us on 1300 793 002, or apply here.

Case Studies

Find out how others have used Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) to convert their experience into qualifications

PHILLIP – Recognition and a Fair Go

After multiple Middle Eastern deployments, Phillip sustained a training injury which meant it was time for him to start preparing to exit. He says the process of gaining RPL made him feel ‘legitimised,’ ‘recognised,’ and ‘given a fair go,’ after realising his specialist trade skills and experience within Defence didn’t translate to the outside world.

ALISON – RPL for Women in Defence

After 30 years in the Army, WO1 Allison decided it was time for a new challenge. She handed in her paperwork, separated earlier this year, and soon after was accepted for a new position with the help of an advanced diploma – awarded through recognition of prior learning (RPL) by Churchill Education. In this case study Allison shares her experience of being awarded qualifications through RPL and what it is like for women in defence.

DEREK – Dream Job After 70 Knock Backs

Before converting his 27 year military career with RAAF into nationally recognised qualifications through RPL, Derek had applied for close to 70 jobs and been knocked back for all of them. Then he landed his dream job!

More Information About Qualification,
Fees and The Recognition of Prior Learning Process

Fees & Payment

RPL Process

RPL Process

What is Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)?

RPL stands for Recognition of Prior Learning. RPL is a process through which the experience, skills and knowledge that you already have can be converted to nationally recognised qualifications.

Getting qualifications through RPL means that you don't have to sit in a classroom and learn about things that you already know. You can just show evidence that you've covered it in your job.

You may need official qualifications (that piece of paper!) to meet government regulations for certain jobs, or to progress into higher-paying roles.

Experience cited as evidence must be from the last five years.

How does the RPL process work?

We conduct a free preliminary skills assessment and give you a report
You tell us the qualifications you want and provide evidence
You receive nationally recognised qualifications!

Let's step this out a bit more:

Step 1. We conduct a free preliminary skills assessment and give you a report.
The RPL process begins with a conversation with one of our Skills Recognition Advisors.

You tell us what you're looking for and where you want to go
You provide a few easily accessible documents
You'll be sent a report within 48 hours. This will include a breakdown of costs involved and lists the qualifications:
- you could be eligible for right now;
- you could be eligible for if you are able to provide some further evidence (and we'll share with you what the gaps are and the evidence we'd need); or
- if training would be your best option. We don't offer the training so we'll give you some information about how to locate a training organisation who delivers what you are looking for.

This is cost-free and obligation-free.

Step 2. You tell us the qualifications you want and provide evidence
You can make an informed decision about which qualifications are best for you and your career. Once this is confirmed, we can complete the process.

We tell you exactly what evidence we need to establish your competency in the units that make up a qualification
You provide your evidence, then you can sit back and relax!
We match the evidence to the units. This is called mapping. Other providers may get you to do this yourself.

Step 3. You receive nationally recognised qualifications!
Congratulations! Your experience has been validated and translated into nationally recognised qualifications.

To save you time, we submit all the paperwork to the government for you. This formalises your qualifications.
You receive your qualifications though both email and post, within 14 days. Or, with our VIP Fast-Track Service, you can have them in just 7 days.