APS HR Pathways to Professionalisation
The APS HR Profession Pathways to Professionalisation is a curated learning resource designed to help APS employees build and strengthen core human resources knowledge and skills. It supports the development of a capable HR workforce that can effectively manage people, drive organisational performance, and contribute to better workforce outcomes across the Australian Public Service.
Recognising that people are at the centre of public sector success, the pathway provides accessible learning resources for employees at all stages of their HR career, from entry-level practitioners to senior leaders.
What are the benefits?
- Build foundational HR knowledge and practical skills relevant to the APS.
- Develop capabilities that support effective workforce management and organisational performance.
- Strengthen expertise in areas such as recruitment, workforce planning, learning and development, employee relations, and performance management.
- Support evidence-based workforce decision-making.
- Improve the consistency and quality of HR practices across agencies.
- Access a standardised learning pathway aligned to APS capability requirements.
- Enhance career development opportunities within the HR profession.
- Build confidence to provide strategic and operational HR advice.
Suitable for
- APS employees working in HR or people management roles.
- HR practitioners seeking to build or enhance their professional capabilities.
- Managers and supervisors with people management responsibilities.
- Employees considering a career in human resources.
- Senior leaders seeking to strengthen strategic workforce capability.
What this resource covers
- Workforce planning and talent management.
- Learning and development.
- Performance management and employee development.
How to use the resource
- Explore learning materials based on your current role, capability level, and career aspirations.
- Complete resources in any order according to your learning needs.
- Use relevant capability frameworks and agency development tools to identify skill gaps and growth opportunities.
- Access a range of learning formats, including courses, guides, videos, templates, and practical resources.
Considerations
The pathway is designed to support employees with varying levels of HR knowledge and experience.
Learning resources can be used flexibly and tailored to individual development goals.
Some resources may be updated periodically to reflect changes in APS policies, legislation, and best practice.
Agencies may supplement the pathway with their own HR-specific learning and development initiatives.