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Human Resource Management Officer

The current NQF Level 6 QCTO qualification for HR Management Officers, preparing learners to facilitate professional and ethical HR practices across the employee lifecycle.

About the course

The current NQF Level 6 QCTO qualification for HR Management Officers, preparing learners to facilitate professional and ethical HR practices across the employee lifecycle. Delivered via asynchronous online modules and readings with synchronous mentorship, practical workshops, and structured workplace practice via an AI-powered LMS, this programme requires a commitment of 15–30 hours per week of study. This is a nationally recognised qualification registered with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO/SAQA) under SAQA ID 121151. The curriculum is structured to prepare you directly for the industry.

Duration and Program Structure

Duration & Intensity

12–18 Months of self-paced learning.
Required effort: 15–30 hours per week.

Cohort Info

Max Seats: 20 seats per cohort.
Format: 100% Online online lectures & practical labs.

Accreditation & Certificate

SAQA ID: 121151 (NQF Level 6).
Advanced Occupational Certificate: Human Resource Management Officer

Credits Breakdown

Total: 134 credits

  • • Knowledge modules: 54 Credits
  • • Practical modules: 46 Credits
  • • Work experience: 34 Credits

Programme Curriculum

Phase 1: Knowledge (1–6)HR Management Knowledge
  • Human resource management principles
  • Human resource and workforce planning
  • Recruitment and selection
  • Performance management
  • Learning and development
  • Employment relations and labour legislation
  • HR information systems (HRIS)
  • Compensation and benefits
Phase 2: Practical (7–12)HR Practice
  • Developing HR plans
  • Coordinating recruitment and selection
  • Conducting interviews and reference checks
  • Administering performance management
  • Coordinating training and development
  • Supporting disciplinary and grievance processes
  • Producing HR reports and analytics
Phase 3: Work Experience (13–18)Workplace Practice
  • HR administration and onboarding
  • Employee records management
  • Training coordination
  • Performance review administration
  • HR reporting and compliance
  • Portfolio of Evidence (PoE)

Skills You'll Gain

Workforce Planning

Support organisational workforce and HR planning.

Recruitment & Selection

Coordinate recruitment, selection and onboarding.

Performance Management

Administer performance management processes.

Learning & Development

Coordinate training and development programmes.

Labour Law & Relations

Apply labour legislation and HR policies.

HR Analytics & HRIS

Use HR information systems and produce workforce analytics.

Career Outcomes

HR Officer
HR Administrator
Recruitment Officer
Learning & Development Officer
HR Generalist
Applications close in:16:05:20
12 lessons
12–18 Months duration
65 students enrolled
Level: Advanced
SAQA ID: 121151
NQF Level: 6
Total: 134 credits
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