OEA Course
HR Career Kickstarter
Break into HR — fast, with proof.
Save $600.00 — instant access
GST free — education is GST exempt.
A full launchpad into a Human Resources career — built for career switchers and graduates who want to land the role, not just study for it.
- →Resume, LinkedIn & interview overhaul
- →HR fundamentals in plain English
- →Real-world case studies & templates
- →Direct pathway into HR roles
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Overview
What you'll actually learn.
Want a career in Human Resources, or to formalise existing HR expertise into a recognised skill set? The HR Career Kickstarter is a fast, focused way to boost your prospects.
HR plays an essential role in developing and changing a company's culture — and organisations across every industry value it. This course keeps you sharp on the essentials.
The four units are derived from BSB40420 Certificate IV in Human Resource Management. Delivered 100% online with ongoing support from our friendly staff.
- →Recruitment and onboarding
- →Employee and industrial relations
- →Human resource functions
- →Staff performance development
Learning Outcomes
Addresses the skills and knowledge required to perform the human resources function of an organisation. Also helps you meet the entry requirements for BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management.
Career Outcomes
Roles graduates step into.
Human Resources Manager
AUD $80k – $130k
Recruitment Manager
AUD $70k – $120k
Talent Acquisition Specialist
AUD $60k – $100k
Employee Relations Manager
AUD $75k – $120k
Training & Development Manager
AUD $70k – $120k
Compensation & Benefits Specialist
AUD $60k – $110k
Please note these are estimates — salary ranges vary by company, region, industry and individual qualifications. Research conducted by eflr Group.
Student Reviews
Real students. Real results.
"The most practical online course I've ever done. Self-paced worked perfectly around my full-time job and the support team actually responded within hours."
Sarah M.
Diploma graduate
"Switched careers within 6 months of finishing. The content is current, the assessments make you think, and the qualification opened real doors."
James K.
Business owner
"I've done short courses everywhere — this was different. Real frameworks, real templates, real outcomes. Worth every cent."
Priya R.
Marketing professional
"I was nervous about studying online again. The trainers made it so easy. Clear modules, no fluff, and you finish each unit knowing exactly what to do next."
Tom H.
Career changer
"Nationally accredited and genuinely useful. I used what I learned in my interviews and landed the role I wanted."
Amelia W.
Recent graduate
"OEA delivers. Polished platform, responsive support team, and the kind of content that actually changes how you think about business."
Daniel P.
Operations manager
FAQ
Got questions?
Everything you need to know before you enrol. Still unsure? Get in touch with our team.
A fast-track program designed to give you the practical HR foundations employers look for — without the time or cost of a full Diploma. Perfect for breaking into the field.
Career changers, recent graduates and admin/operations staff who want to move into an HR coordinator, assistant or generalist role within months — not years.
Support recruitment and onboarding, understand employment law basics, contribute to performance and engagement initiatives, and confidently apply for entry-level HR roles.
The Kickstarter is a career-acceleration program, not a full Diploma — but it's built by the same OEA trainers and gives you a recognised certificate of completion plus job-ready skills.
Most students complete it within 4–8 weeks of focused study, depending on weekly hours. It's self-paced so you can move faster or slower as life allows.
Yes. Many students start with the Kickstarter to test the water, then upgrade into the BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management for a fully accredited qualification.