Higher Occupational Certificate: Human Resource Management Administrator
QUALIFICATION OVERVIEW
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
- Human Resource Administrator
- Human Resource Assistant
- Recruitment Administrator
- Payroll Administrator
ABOUT THE QUALIFICATION
This qualification prepares learners to function as Human Resource Management Administrators.
A Human Resource Management Administrator contributes to organisational success by supporting the effective and efficient operation of the Human Resources function within an organisation. This includes providing ethical and professional HR administrative services such as:
- Workforce planning support.
- Staff attraction and recruitment administration.
- Employee maintenance and development.
- Employment relations administration.
- HR communication and coordination services.
UPON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, LEARNERS SHOULD BE ABLE TO:
- Collect and process Human Resource Management data for decision-making
- Provide administrative support across HRM functions
- Monitor and maintain communication processes with stakeholders
- Support employment relations within organisations
- Compile, maintain, and safeguard HR records
- Coordinate HR administrative processes effectively
ACCREDITATION & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Accreditation status:
- Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
- Development Partner: Services SETA
- SAQA ID: 121150
- NQF Level 5
- 120 Credits
Duration:
12 months
Entry requirements:
NQF Level 4 with English Communication
OFFERED MODULES
KNOWLEDGE MODULES:
KM-01
Introduction to Organisations and Human Resource Management
• NQF Level 5 | 4 Credits
KM-02
Data Management and Interpretation
NQF Level 5 | 12 Credits
KM-03
Administration of Staff Procurement
NQF Level 5 | 16 Credits
KM-04
Professional Administration for HRM Service Delivery
NQF Level 5 | 6 Credits
KM-05
HRM Record Keeping
NQF Level 5 | 4 Credits
Visual Direction
- HR training sessions
- Recruitment administration
- Data management systems
- Professional office environments
PRACTICAL MODULES:
PM-01
Collect and Process HRM Data
NQF Level 5 | 12 Credits
PM-02
Co-ordinate and Provide Administrative Services for a Full Range of HRM Processes
NQF Level 5 | 8 Credits
PM-03
Coordinate HRM Communication to Enhance Employment Relations
NQF Level 5 | 8 Credits
PM-04
Compile, Maintain and Ensure the Safeguarding of all HRM Records
NQF Level 5 | 10 Credits
WORK EXPERIENCE MODULES(36 CREDITS):
WM-01
HRM Data Collection and Data Management Processes
NQF Level 5 | 8 Credits
WM-02
Administrative Processes for a Full Range of HRM Services and processes
NQF Level 5 | 8 Credits
WM-03
Organisational Communication Processes
NQF Level 5 | 8 Credits
WM-04
Processes for Compiling, Maintaining, and Securing HRM Records
NQF Level 5 | 8 Credits
Workplace Exposure
- HR administrative functions
- Data management processes
- Employee communication
- Recruitment support
- Records management systems
Assessments STRUCTURE
Students are required to complete:
- 5 Formative Assessments per Knowledge Module
- 5 Controlled Summative Assessments per Knowledge Module
- 4 Practical Skills Assessments per Practical Module
- 4 Workplace Assessments per Work Experience Module
- 1 External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA)
CERTIFICATE AWARDED
Upon successful completion, learners will receive:
Higher Occupational Certificate: Human Resource Management Administrator
Why Choose This Qualification?
- Industry-aligned curriculum
- Practical workplace exposure
- Nationally recognised qualification
- Strong HR career opportunities
- Accredited by QCTO
EISA REQUIREMENTS
External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA)
The EISA is administered by the QCTO.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the EISA, learners must submit:
- A completed and signed Statement of Work Experience.
- Proof of successful completion of:
- Knowledge Modules
- Practical Skill Modules
Purpose of EISA The EISA evaluates:
- Practical workplace competence.
- HR administrative knowledge.
- Professional readiness.
- Applied workplace skills
