Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
Step into leadership with confidence. The qualification for first-time supervisors, team leaders, and emerging managers ready to motivate, inspire, and drive results.
Lead teams, navigate challenges, drive success
Step into leadership with confidence. The Certificate IV in Leadership and Management is your pathway to becoming a dynamic leader who motivates, inspires, and drives success. Whether you're leading a small team or aiming for more responsibility in your career, this course provides practical skills to manage people, solve problems, and communicate like a true leader.
You'll learn how to lead teams effectively, navigate workplace challenges, and create an environment where everyone thrives. From building strong workplace relationships to coordinating operational plans, you'll graduate with the supervisory toolkit that opens doors across virtually every industry.
You'll complete 12 nationally recognised units covering leadership, effective workplace relationships, operational planning, communication strategies, and team facilitation, preparing you for supervisory roles wherever your career takes you.
12 nationally recognised units
5 core units form the foundation of the qualification, with 7 elective units chosen from the groups below to round out your skill set.
Elective Units (7)
Packaging rules: 4 elective units must be selected from Group A. The remaining 3 electives may come from Group A or Group B, or from a Cert IV or higher in any current endorsed Training Package. We'll walk you through your options during your enrolment call.
How you'll study
Delivery, duration, entry requirements, assessment, and work placement at a glance.
Delivery Mode
Training is delivered online through self-paced learning, supported by trainer guidance and regular contact.
Training Location
Study from anywhere in Australia with an internet connection and a suitable computer or device.
Course Duration
Course duration varies depending on your study pathway, previous experience and individual progress.
Attendance
There are no scheduled classroom attendance requirements; however, students are expected to actively participate and progress through their training.
Practical Training
You'll develop leadership and management skills through practical projects, workplace activities and real-world management scenarios where applicable.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. Students must complete a pre-enrolment LLN assessment and have the language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills, along with access to a computer and reliable internet connection, to participate in training and assessment.
Assessment
Assessment includes written questions, practical leadership activities, workplace projects, case studies, workplace evidence where applicable and knowledge assessments. RPL and Credit Transfer are available for eligible students.
Work Placement
Work placement is not required for this qualification. However, students who are currently employed may complete some assessment activities within their workplace where appropriate.
Where this qualification takes you
Graduates of this course will receive the nationally recognised BSB40520 - Certificate IV in Leadership and Management, preparing them to lead teams, coordinate workplace operations and take on frontline management responsibilities across a wide range of industries. Career opportunities include:
Supervisor
Oversee the work of a team or department, ensuring that operations run smoothly and efficiently across every shift.
Team Leader
Supervise a small team, delegate tasks, monitor performance, and provide day-to-day guidance to direct reports.
Small Business Operator
Start and manage a small business venture, applying foundational leadership and business skills acquired during the course.
Project Manager
Plan, execute, and monitor projects from initiation to completion, on time and within budget, leading cross-functional teams.
Retail Store Manager
Oversee store operations, manage staff, and drive sales targets and customer satisfaction across the shop floor.
Human Resources Manager
Oversee tasks such as recruitment, employee onboarding, training, performance management, and workplace culture.
Take your career to the next level
Use your Certificate IV in Leadership and Management as a stepping stone to higher education. Graduates progress directly into the diploma-level qualification.
Pick the path that suits how you actually work
We deliver Cert IV Leadership and Management in three flexible formats. All lead to the same nationally recognised qualification.
Straightforward pricing, simple payment plan
Cert IV Leadership and Management is a fee-for-service qualification. We make paying for it manageable with a $1,500 deposit at enrolment and a payment plan via Ezidebit direct debit for the balance. Talk to us if you'd like us to check whether you're eligible for any subsidised pathways.
Fee for Service
Pay the full course fee directly. Nationally recognised outcome. Payment plan available via Ezidebit direct debit with a $1,500 deposit at enrolment.
Payment plan structure
If your course is over $1,500, we make payment manageable with a $1,500 deposit at enrolment, followed by a simple payment plan via Ezidebit direct debit.
Important course documents
Read the official ABHT fee schedule and refund policy before enrolling.
From form to first day: how it works
No mystery, no surprises. Here's exactly what happens after you register your interest.
Register your interest
Fill in our expression of interest form, or call (07) 3117 9722 if you'd rather chat.
Eligibility check
We'll check whether you're eligible for government-funded training and help you pick the right stream specialisation.
Enrolment call
We'll discuss your training plan, confirm course costs, and arrange your deposit and payment plan.
Enrolment Induction
Attend an enrolment induction where we'll guide you through the enrolment process, answer your questions, and get you ready to start.
Let's get you started
Register your interest now and we'll be in touch within 1–2 business days.
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No formal entry requirements. The course is designed for people stepping into their first leadership role, recently promoted into a supervisory position, or anyone wanting to formalise the leadership skills they've already picked up on the job. You'll need to apply what you learn in a workplace context, so access to a team or workplace at some point during the course is needed. If you're not currently leading a team, give us a call and we'll work out how to make the practical components work.
Cert IV in Leadership and Management is the qualification employers look for in supervisor and team-leader roles across virtually any industry. Common positions include Supervisor, Team Leader, Small Business Operator, Project Manager, Retail Store Manager, and Human Resources Manager. It's also the natural feeder qualification into the Diploma of Leadership and Management for those aiming at senior management roles.
The Fee for Service is $3,960 fixed. Because it's over $1,500, you can pay a $1,500 deposit at enrolment and spread the rest across an Ezidebit direct debit payment plan. The live ABHT page also notes there are five available enrolment options for this course, so if you'd like us to check whether you're eligible for any government-subsidised or traineeship pathways, give us a call on (07) 3117 9722.
Within the packaging rules, yes. You'll complete 5 core units plus 7 electives. 4 of your electives must come from Group A. The remaining 3 may come from Groups A or B, or from a Cert IV or higher in any current endorsed BSB or other Training Package. We'll discuss your role and goals during your enrolment call to choose the most useful electives for you.
The Cert IV (BSB40520) is the entry-point leadership qualification, focused on the skills you need as a frontline supervisor or emerging team leader. The Diploma (BSB50420) builds on that foundation with more strategic and operational depth, designed for managers with broader responsibility and authority. Many students complete the Cert IV first, then continue straight into the Diploma to round out their qualification.
Yes, but talk to us first. Several units assess applied leadership in a real workplace, so you'll need access to a context where you're either supervising others or can demonstrate the skills practically. If you're working toward your first leadership role, we'll help you map out how to make the practical components work, sometimes that means a workplace project, a community role, or partnering with your current employer.
The standard duration is 12 months. Most students complete in that timeframe while working in a relevant role. The pace is flexible: study faster if you can, take a bit longer if you need to. Just let your trainer know what fits your schedule.
Both. Our training is delivered nationally via our online platform, and we also deliver face-to-face at workplaces across Metro and SE QLD. Many students do a combination of online learning and in-person workplace assessment. The qualification is the same either way.
Ready to enrol?
Register your interest, and our team will be in touch within 1–2 business days. We'll walk you through the units, the elective options, and the funding pathways from there. Or skip the form and pick up the phone.