BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management

Learn how to be a role model for your colleagues by leading effectively and with influence.

This qualification prepares individuals for a team leadership and supervisory role in a wide range of organisational and industry contexts. It serves as a valuable qualification for individuals looking to further their decision making, problem-solving, relationship building and team management skills. This course can be offered as a traineeship through your employer and/or as a non-traineeship

VACCHO SPECIFIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

It is a VACCHO requirement for those wishing to undertake this course that they:

must be prepared to complete a Learning, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment and Pre-training Requirements (PTR) as part of the enrolment process.
are over 18 years old at the time of enrolment.
Are either
- - working or volunteering in roles providing support to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people or
  - working or volunteering for an Aboriginal Organisation or
  - a carer for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person or
  - employed or have the capacity to volunteer at an organisation relevant to this course to complete their work placement hours/workplace-based assessments.
have wide-ranging skills and knowledge about Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ways of living.
have basic digital skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word and PowerPoint, such as creating and saving a new file and adding and editing text, tables, images, and fonts.
have basic internet skills to undertake online research.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

Learn how to be a role model for your colleagues by leading effectively and with influence,
Develop critical thinking skills with an emphasis on making positive changes in the workplace.
Learn how to nurture the strengths and talents of people and build teams committed to achieving common goals.
Strengthen your financial acumen and skills.

AT A GLANCE

Duration

This course is typically offered over 12-14 months with classes held once a month, Tuesday – Thursday, 9.00 am- 5.00 pm.

Delivery and Locations

VACCHO 17-23 Sackville Street Collingwood, VIC

Assessments

Written questions, portfolio, workplace project, case Studies

Cost (Fees & Charges)

Refer to Fees & Charges.

Ask about our RPL fees if you have previous equivalent experiences

Qualification

BSB50420 – Diploma of Leadership and Management subject to satisfactory course completion and meeting all VACCHO terms & conditions

WHY LEARN WITH US?

01 INDUSTRY RELEVANT

This training program has been developed in consultation with other ACCHOs and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community sector to ensure its relevance.

02 EXPERT TRAINERS

Our staff have current on-the-job experience, bringing this into the training program to offer real industry training based on current industry trends.

03 EXPERIENCED SUPPORT TEAM

We offer in-house Mentors and support and have also teamed up with external experts to ensure that you are fully supported to succeed.

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

The units of competency listed below are an example of the units that would typically be included in this qualification.

Unit Code

BSBWHS521

BSBSTR502

BSBPEF501

BSBSUS511

BSBPEF502

BSBTWK502

BSBLDR523

BSBCRT511

BSBHRM412

BSBCMM511

BSBFIN501

BSBOPS502

Unit Name

Ensure a safe workplace area

Facilitate continuous improvement

Manage personal and professional development

Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability

Develop and use emotional intelligence

Manage team effectiveness

Lead and manage effective workplace relationships

Develop critical thinking in others

Support employee and industrial relations

Communicate with others

Manage budgets and financial plans

Manage business operational plans

Core or Elective

Elective

Core

Elective

Core

Elective

Core

PRE-REQUISITES REQUIREMENTS

You must have sound written skills and preferably be working as a team leader/manager. It is desirable to have also completed a Certificate IV such as BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management prior to undertaking this course. You must have basic digital skills to use Microsoft Office programs such as Word and PowerPoint such as creating and saving a new file, adding and editing text, tables, images and font. You must have basic internet skills to undertake online research.

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR STUDIES & EXPERIENCES

If you have previously completed one or more of the above units, please ask about our Credit Transfer.

If you have a range of work and life experiences that relate to one or more of these units, please ask about our Recognition of Prior Learning/Competency (RPL) services.

If eligible, you will not be required to undertake these units again with us, as you will receive recognition for your prior studies and/or experiences.

JOB PROSPECTS

Take a glimpse at the jobs you can take on—possible tasks, salary information, skill level required, and industry growth forecast: https://labourmarketinsights.gov.au/

FEES AND CHARGES

Refer to VACCHO Course Fee 2024

Skills First Aboriginal Access fee waiver’ is available for students who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders. Your tuition fees are covered under this scheme.

Various funding schemes will cover the amenities and material fees for a student who identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

Fees and charges for students from the broader community will be individually assessed and tailored to each case.

The student tuition fees, as published, are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

You may be eligible for a Fee Concession (VACCHO will check your entitlement for a Fee Concession as part of your enrolment and prior to the commencement of training). This includes holders of a current Health Care Card and pensioner Concession.

Travel and accommodation may be AbStudy subsidised for eligible students. Ask for further details.

WHAT I NEED TO BRING OR BUY

Desktop computer/laptop.
Stable internet connection with a minimum download speed of 3mbps.
An email account such as Yahoo, Hotmail or Gmail.
Microsoft Office (2010 version or later) – must include Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Video conferencing software (Zoom) preferred.

AM I ELIGIBLE FOR A SKILLS FIRST SUBSIDISED PLACE

You must:

be an Australian citizen; OR b) a holder of a permanent visa; OR c) a New Zealand citizen.
not be enrolled in more than two Skills First subsidised qualifications at one time
commence a maximum of two Skills First subsidised programs that are AQF qualifications in a calendar year (the ‘2 AQF qualifications in a year’ limit).

OR you may meet some of the eligible criteria if you:

meet the Eligibility Exemptions Initiative requirements, eg. a retrenched worker or a JVEN client

VACCHO encourages individuals with disabilities to access government-subsidised training.

As the Skills First requirement changes frequently, please check the Victorian Government’s Skills Gateway website to check your eligibility.

For up-to-date information please contact the VACCHO Education and Training Unit on (03) 9411 9411.

FURTHER LEARNING PATHWAYS

• BSB50120 Diploma of Business
• BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management

Training may be supported by Skills First Program, delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. The student’s tuition fees are as published and are subject to change given individual circumstances. This nationally recognised qualification is delivered by VACCHO (RTO No: 20739 and which is responsible for the quality of all services and the issuing of accredited certification. This qualification provides the skills and knowledge to the industry standard but does not guarantee a job. We actively tailor training for people from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities and encourage all to apply.