BSB50120
Diploma of Business (Records and Information Management) (Specialising in Health Administration) (BSB50120) Online
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The Diploma of Business (Records and Information Management) (Specialising in Health Administration) (BSB50120) offers a broad range of skills for development in areas of business administration, record keeping, and workplace organisation, specialising in health administration. This diploma will prepare you for a variety of leadership roles in health information management.
You’ll strengthen your ability to manage health billing, accounting and records systems with general business management skills including policy development and budgeting, preparing you to move into a leadership role within health information management or medical practice. This course will help you to run day-to-day operations smoothly, understand the various components of records management for medical administration, and lead your team to success.
After completing the course, you’ll have the knowledge to manage medical records to ensure they are accurately documented and patient confidentiality is maintained, as well as the ability to effectively communicate and engage a range of stakeholders at all levels to achieve positive outcomes for the business. You’ll also gain key skills in billing, invoicing, compliance with WHS policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
Plan your study around your work and life – not the other way around. With no scheduled classes or tutorials to attend, you can study at your own pace, and complete the Diploma in your own time. Start putting your learning into practice almost immediately, with workplace-based assessments, and course content designed for the modern workplace.
Partnering with our Learning Coaches for one-on-one support, we’ll guide you through the course and provide you with the keys to your own success.
Get started today and try us out risk-free for 30 days*.
- 100% online, self-paced study,
- Study for how long you want, when you want,
- Fit your study time around your lifestyle – not the other way around,
- No need to attend scheduled classes or tutorials,
- No strict or unreasonable deadlines to meet,
- Payment plans that can be tailored to your budget,
- Generous 24-month enrolment period, with free course extension and deferral options.

Real outcomes
- 96% of our students surveyed said they achieved their study goal – you can too.
- Our commitment to helping you achieve real-world results.
- Receive two FREE short courses for furthering or achieving your goals.
Course Details
Units
Get job-ready with industry relevant units designed to help you succeed
As a result of completing your online Diploma of Business (Records and Information Management) (Specialising in Health Administration) (BSB50120), you’ll be able to confidently understand and apply the most appropriate procurement strategy for your business. We’ve hand-selected these 12 units to align your skills with industry expectations.
CODE | PROGRAM |
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BSBXCM501 | Lead communication in the workplace |
BSBCRT511 | Develop critical thinking in others |
BSBOPS503 | Develop administrative systems |
BSBSUS511 | Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability |
BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
BSBINS501 | Implement information and knowledge management systems |
BSBINS512 | Monitor business records systems |
BSBOPS501 | Manage business resources |
BSBINS513 | Contribute to records management framework |
BSBINS601 | Manage knowledge and information |
HLTADM004 | Manage health billing and accounting system |
BSBFIN501 | Manage budgets and financial plans |
Duration
Our courses are 100% online and are self-paced.
This means you can choose to study on a more intense time schedule, or just fit it around your lifestyle when you can.
The course can be completed in as little as 12 months with a full-time study load or in 14 -16 months on a part-time study load, but we allow a generous 24-month standard course enrolment duration.
We provide engaging tutorials, industry-relevant assessments and work-ready learning outcomes.
- Complete the course your way – at your own time, pace and convenience
- You win from the start with no classes, no rush hour dash or parking hassles
- Tutorials are easily navigated and the order can be adapted to your priorities
- Unit quizzes serve to demonstrate knowledge obtained
- You receive a personal learning plan and regular feedback and personal assistance from our experienced facilitators
- Learning occurs on the job and you can apply your knowledge while you study for immediate results
Depending on your current skills and amount of experience you have, you may qualify for Recognition of Prior Learning and be eligible for course acceleration.
Study pathways
Get ahead in your career with:
There are more options for career advancement available after securing a Diploma of Business (Records and Information Management) (Specialising in Health Administration). Many students choose to complete a Double Diploma or go onto complete further study such as:
Entry and study requirements
Workplace requirements
As part of the unit HLTADM004 Manage health billing and accounting system, it is compulsory to undertake and provide third-party evidence for some assessments in an eligible industry workplace.
You will be required to have access to your own eligible workplace, or an eligible host workplace, to successfully complete this unit.
If you do not have access to an eligible workplace, please speak to our friendly Learning Consultants about tailoring your course structure to remove the workplace requirement and match exactly what you need.
Study requirements
To be eligible to enrol in our online qualifications, our students are required to:- Be 18 years or older at the time of registration.
- Demonstrate the required level of competency in English language, literacy, and numeracy skills.
Technical requirements
You will need regular access to a laptop or desktop computer with the following:- An adequate and reliable internet connection.
- The equivalent of Microsoft Office with word-processing capabilities and spreadsheets.
- A PDF reader installed.
- Full permissions to install and access third-party software as required.
- Brightspace D2L – our learning management system (LMS) platform.
- Zoom – our video call platform.
- Respondus – our quiz assessment platform.
- Vimeo –- our video embedding platform.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Get credit for demonstrated skills and knowledge
If you have extensive experience in the industry with a high level of knowledge, competency and ability, you may be eligible for RPL.
This process may enable you to get unit credits for competencies you’ve already demonstrated so you can fast-track your qualification.
Learn more about Recognition of Prior Learning here or contact us to see what you might qualify for.
Fees and payment options
Payment Plan | Payment Amount | Payment Plan Length | Total Amount Paid |
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Discounted Upfront Fee* | $1495 + $123.52/mo | Upfront Deposit + 17 Months | $3595 |
52 x Weekly Payments | $77 | 52 Weeks | $4004 |
26 x Fortnightly Payments | $154 | 52 Weeks | $4004 |
12 x Monthly Payments | $330 | 12 Months | $3960 |
78 x Weekly Payments | $52 | 78 Weeks | $4056 |
39 x Fortnightly Payments | $104 | 78 Weeks | $4056 |
18 x Monthly Payments | $224 | 18 Months | $4032 |
*Please note: The College for Adult Learning’s obligations as an RTO include taking actions to protect your fees. These protections exist to ensure that you can enrol with confidence. The principal protection which is provided to you is a pre-paid fee limit; CAL will never require you to pay more than $1,500 in advance and will never allow your advance payment balance to rise above $1,500.
**In conformance with the protections and to make our course fees more accessible to our students, you will only be required to pay $1495 at the time of registration, with a $123.52 recurring monthly payment debited for the next 17 months, equalling a total payment of $3594.84
- saving you up to 11.37% off the normal payment plan fees.
FEE-HELP and VET Loans
In order to maintain the high quality training we’re so proud of, we are not affiliated with FEE-HELP schemes or VET Student Loans, and remain a Fee For Service provider. We understand the financial pressure and concerns that come with undertaking study, so we keep our prices highly competitive and offer flexible payment plans to suit all budgets and lifestyles. Don’t hesitate to contact us on 1300 907 870 to discuss a flexible plan that suits your budgetFrequently asked questions
How to become a Health Administration Records manager
To become a health administration records manager, you’ll need to achieve a qualification such as the Diploma of Business (Records and Information Management) (Specialising in Health Administration) (BSB50120). This career path can take graduates into areas such as clinical healthcare, research, government policy and private health.
What does a Health Administration Records manager do?
Record keeping in health administration requires effectively organising and safeguarding sensitive healthcare information. Records managers in this field must ensure that records are available to clinicians or other healthcare workers when required, prioritising accuracy and complying with legal requirements with regards to privacy. Health administration records managers need to consistently audit records, revise recordkeeping policy and ensure that any administrative systems are effective and current.
Do you need a qualification to be a Health Administration Records Manager?
Records management is a highly skilled position, requiring qualifications such as a Diploma of Business (Records and Information Management) (Specialising in Health Administration) (BSB50120). Healthcare records are sensitive, being governed by specific privacy legislation and records managers must be fully aware of their obligations.
Recordkeeping in this field requires a thorough knowledge of administrative systems in order to ensure reliable access to records, particularly in a clinical setting. Studying a course in records management provides future health administration records managers with the skills required for a successful career.

































































Course Outcomes
Real Outcomes Guarantee
- 96% of our students surveyed said they achieved their study goal - you can too.
- Our commitment to helping you achieve real-world results.
- Receive two FREE short courses for furthering or achieving your goals.
Real outcomes are part of our ongoing work to support you as you take the next step in your career. Our team, assessments, and feedback are all focused on helping you in your career, not just passing your course.
Our Learning Coaches are industry veterans and supportive mentors who will help you complete your studies. Their assessment feedback is designed to reflect on-the-job and industry expectations, giving you more than just a competent result.
Nationally Recognised Training
Get a nationally recognised and respected qualification
Adding a nationally accredited qualification to your arsenal will show potential employers that you’re serious about succeeding in your Health Administration career.
You’ll study standardised, industry-relevant units that will encourage you to apply your knowledge and learning in real-world situations and gain real, job-ready skills.
Awarded by the Australian Government, this Diploma of Business (Records and Information Management) (Specialising in Health Administration) (BSB50120) is recognised and respected nationally so there’s nothing left standing in your road to success.
- The diploma course is designed in consultation with industry experts to give you the skills necessary to be a successful Procurement Professional.
- Practical applications and assessments based on workplace evidence.
- The skills taught within the course have been structured to give you superior flexibility when applying them in the workplace
- A qualification you can trust.
Career opportunities
Invest in your career with a qualification
CAL’s Diploma of Business (Records and Information Management) (specialising in Health Administration) will give you key administrative skills and strengthen your ability to manage the complete admin and recordkeeping function within a medical practice.
- Median salary of $55 000 for Medical Records Administrator*
- Median Salary of $58 000 for Senior Medical Receptionist*
- Median salary of $60 000 for Medical Secretary*
The Diploma of Business (Records and Information Management) (Specialising in Health Administration) (BSB50120) is also ideal for small business leaders and sole traders, providing a rounded set of valuable managerial and logistical skills.
In-Demand skills for a Records Manager
In-demand skills for a Medical Records Administrator
This course is designed to give you the skills needed to oversee the development and implementation of strategies for effective record and information management to increase efficiency within a business of any size. You’ll gain key administrative business skills and strengthen your ability to develop, implement and continuously review work practices to support consistent, accurate, high-quality records and information management in any organisation.
Through completing this diploma you will be able to:
- Implement and manage information management systems to increase efficiency
- Monitor business records systems and records management to ensure information is accurate
- Lead communication in the workplace to enhance transparency and build relationships between departments and stakeholders
- Ensure effective day to day operations of business record systems
- Develop, implement and manage the organisational policies to align with compliance requirements and best-practice standards
- Lead a Records and Information team in the delivery of high-level operations to a business of any size
- Develop, implement and continuously review practices to ensure consistent, accurate, high-quality records and information management
- Develop organisational strategies with a focus on digital and social responsibility
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