Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

National code: BSB40520
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BSB40520 – Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

NEXT COURSES START: TBC
DURATION: 12 months

DELIVERY: Hybrid delivery: virtual, face to face, online and self-paced program
SUBSIDISED FEE: $0-$1850
Applicable for NSW/ACT Government subsidised students *conditions apply. Contact ITeC and we can calculate your course fee. View Fees & Charges PDF for more information.
FULL FEE: $6270
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: See below
LOCATION: ITeC Academy, Wollongong

Become a Confident Team Leader and Inspire Operational Excellence in the Workplace

If you’re currently working in Aged Care, Home Care, or another service-based industry and ready to take the next step in your career, the Certificate IV in Leadership and Management from ITeC Academy will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills needed to step confidently into a leadership role.

Whether you’re an emerging leader or already supervising others, this nationally accredited qualification is designed to develop your capability to guide, support, and influence your team, while also improving operational performance and aligning your team’s efforts with your organisation’s goals.

This course is tailored for those looking to move into positions such as team leader, supervisor, or workplace leader, especially within care-focused industries where high-quality service and compassion go hand in hand with leadership.

Lead with Confidence in Dynamic Team Environments

The Certificate IV in Leadership is more than just a qualification – it’s a launchpad to becoming a respected and effective leader in your workplace. You’ll learn how to manage your own performance while taking responsibility for your team’s output. The course focuses on developing the skills and confidence to lead teams, communicate with influence, and implement operational plans that meet organisational standards.

In today’s ever-evolving work environments, team leaders must be able to respond to challenges quickly, make sound decisions, and encourage a culture of continuous improvement. Through this qualification, you’ll gain the tools to do just that.

Learn to Communicate Effectively and Build Strong Workplace Relationships

Strong leadership begins with effective communication strategies. This course teaches you how to interact confidently and clearly across a range of workplace scenarios. You’ll discover how to build effective workplace relationships, provide constructive feedback, resolve conflicts, and lead teams with empathy and emotional intelligence.

Managing diverse workforces is a key part of modern leadership. This course will prepare you to lead individuals from various backgrounds, respecting cultural perspectives and working styles, while maintaining clear expectations and a shared commitment to organisational goals.

Master Business Operational Plans and Resource Management

As a leader, your ability to manage tasks and coordinate resources effectively will directly influence your team’s success. The Certificate IV in Leadership and Management covers how to develop and implement business operational plans, allocate resources, and monitor team performance to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.

You’ll also explore how to set measurable goals, evaluate outcomes, and adapt plans based on performance indicators—ensuring that your team remains on track and accountable to high standards of service and delivery.

Build Technical Skills and Emotional Intelligence for Workplace Success

This course blends technical skills with the vital emotional intelligence required to lead in people-focused industries. You’ll learn to manage performance, delegate tasks, motivate team members, and promote a culture of accountability and mutual respect.

With a strong focus on leadership in care-based roles, such as Aged Care and Home Care, this qualification supports workers in understanding how to lead in environments that are both emotionally demanding and professionally rewarding. You’ll develop the skills needed to lead others while continuing to provide or oversee compassionate care.

Take Ownership of Your Professional Growth

Through the Certificate IV in Leadership, you’ll be encouraged to reflect on your current capabilities and take action to grow as a professional. You’ll learn how to identify development opportunities for both yourself and your team, supporting a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

The course also explores how to foster team cohesion, set expectations, and monitor individual and team progress. You’ll develop a leadership style that inspires trust and encourages open communication, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence.

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Learn new skills

Throughout the qualification you will learn to:

  • Provide leadership, guidance and support to others.
  • Organise and monitor team performance.
  • Evaluate solutions to unpredictable and complex problems.

Achieve your goals

On the successful completion of all course requirements, you will gain:

  • A nationally recognised qualification: BSB40520 – Certificate IV in Leadership and Management.
  • Leadership skills in supporting team-work.
  • Core management skills necessary for a wide range of business environments.

Career outcomes

Graduates of the BSB40520 – Certificate IV in Leadership and Management are equipped to apply for a range of leadership roles across the care, community services, and business sectors, including:

  • Team Leader

  • Supervisor

  • Aged Care Coordinator

  • Home Care Team Leader

  • Operations Supervisor

  • Business Unit Leader

Whether you’re already in a leadership role and want to formalise your experience or you’re ready to step into your first team leader or supervisor position, this qualification helps you build the capabilities your organisation needs.

Course Units

Core Units

BSBLDR411 – Demonstrate leadership in the workplace.
BSBLDR413 – Lead effective workplace relationships.
BSBOPS402 – Coordinate business operational plans.
BSBXCM401 – Apply communication strategies in the workplace.
BSBXTW401 – Lead and facilitate a team.

Elective Units

BSBWHS411Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs.
BSBSTR502Facilitate continuous improvement.
BSBOPS403Apply business risk management processes.
BSBOPS404Implement customer services strategies.
BSBPEF402Develop personal work priorities.
BSBWRT411Write complex documents.
BSBCMM412Lead Difficult Conversations. 

Entry Requirements

• Currently occupying a frontline supervisory role or developing into a frontline leader as part of a career development plan.
• Sound internet knowledge and ready access to the internet.
• Able to use a computer and has good digital literacy skills.
• Has own computer/device compatible to course requirements.
• Reading and writing skills to answer assessment questions.

Why Choose ITeC Academy?

At ITeC Academy, we understand the real-world challenges of working in the care sector. Our trainers bring industry experience and practical insights to every session, ensuring you receive support that is both relatable and career-relevant.

Located in Coniston, near Wollongong’s CBD and easily accessible by public transport, ITeC Academy provides a supportive learning environment that accommodates your work and life commitments. Our course delivery is flexible and designed to suit working adults, so you can study while you continue in your current job.

Funding and Fees

You may be eligible for state or territory training subsidies to assist with course fees.
Check your eligibility for Smart and Skilled funding or speak to us to find out more details about subsidised prices on 02 4223 3100.

For information on funding, subsidies and prices view our Fees and Charges Schedule.

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Issued with a nationally recognised qualification upon successful completion.
* This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government through the Smart and Skilled program.
* ACT Traineeships training is funded by ACT Govt. in partnership with the Commonwealth Govt.
* ACT – Skilled Capital is an ACT Government training initiative, funded by the ACT and Australian Governments.