Business & Finance
Human Resources Practitioner
You hire, develop and look after the people inside an organisation.
- Starting salary
- R14 000 – R25 000
- Job demand
- Steady demand
- Key subjects
- Business Studies, English
What do they do?
You hire, develop and look after the people inside an organisation.
A day in the life
You interview candidates, run training, handle workplace issues and support staff wellbeing.
Skills you need
- People skills
- Fairness
- Organisation
- Confidentiality
School subjects that help
- Business Studies
- English
- Life Orientation
How long does it take?
3 main steps after school, usually 1–3 years of study, or longer at university.
Study path
- 1High school
- 2HR degree or diploma
- 3HR officer
- 4HR manager
Ways in: University degree · University of Technology · TVET College · Professional certification. University is not the only route.
Where can I study?
- University of South Africa
- University of Johannesburg
- North-West University
- Tshwane University of Technology
- Durban University of Technology
- TVET Colleges nationwide
Admission requirements differ by institution, always check the official website.
What can I earn?
Entry level
R14 000 – R25 000
per month (estimate)
Mid career
R30 000 – R55 000
per month (estimate)
Experienced / senior
R60 000 – R120 000+
per month (estimate)
Estimated salary ranges only. Salaries vary based on experience, qualification, industry, location and employer.
How to start preparing now
- • Help organise school teams and events
- • Practise fair conflict resolution
- • Learn about labour rights
Try this career
Write interview questions you'd ask to pick a great class captain.
Related careers
Like this field but not sure about this exact job? Try these.
This tool is designed to help you explore career possibilities. It does not replace professional career counselling, school guidance or official university admission requirements.