Certificate IV in Resource Processing

RII40520

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification reflects the role of individuals such as supervisors or team leaders, working in metalliferous processing facilities or coal preparation and treatment plants, who perform tasks involving a broad range of varied activities, most of which are complex and non-routine. They are responsible for the quantity and quality of the output of others, contribute to the development of technical solutions to non-routine problems and apply safety management plans to the workplace.

Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the qualification.

  • Financial help

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

  • On-the-job training

    • Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Qualification only:
      6 months – 2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Classroom-based

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Apply and monitor emergency preparedness and response systems in surface operations Core
Apply, monitor and report on compliance systems Core
Communicate information Core
Conduct safety and health investigations Core
Analyse data and report results Elective
Apply and monitor mine services and infrastructure systems Elective
Apply initial response First Aid Elective
Apply risk management processes Elective
Assess competence Elective
Carry out the risk management process Elective
Commission/recommission plant Elective
Contribute to assessment Elective
Coordinate business operational plans Elective
Coordinate workplace information systems Elective
Decommission plant Elective
Demonstrate leadership in the workplace Elective
Develop personal work priorities Elective
Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs Elective
Implement continuous improvement Elective
Implement customer service strategies Elective
Lead rescue teams Elective
Manage and coordinate spill response Elective
Manage plant shutdown and restart Elective
Organise and monitor wharf/terminal operations Elective
Participate in assessment validation Elective
Plan assessment activities and processes Elective
Process and interpret data Elective
Promote innovation in team environments Elective
Provide Advanced First Aid Elective
Provide First Aid Elective
Provide leadership in the supervision of diverse work teams Elective
Provide work skill instruction Elective
Supervise work in confined spaces Elective
Support the learning and development of teams and individuals Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate IV in Resource Processing sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Mine Deputy

    ANZSCO 312913

    Mine Deputies oversee the safety of mining operations and supervise Miners.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

  • Sugar Mill Worker

    ANZSCO 831117

    Sugar Mill Workers operate machines and perform routine tasks to extract juice from sugar cane to make granular sugar and molasses.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

Training providers delivering Certificate IV in Resource Processing

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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