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Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management

RII50920
Trades & constructionDiplomaNationally recognised
Level 5AQF level
12Units to complete
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
7Training providers
Mar 2026Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (RII50920, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Diploma; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Careers this can lead to

This course is a recognised way into 2 careers. Each one opens that career's page: pay, outlook and how to get in.

Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Mine Surveyor
Industries
Coal Mining
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for RII50920 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our facts

What you learn

To finish you complete 12 units: 9 core plus 3 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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BSBESB403Plan finances for new business ventures
BSBFIN501Manage budgets and financial plans
BSBHRM523Coordinate the learning and development of teams and individuals
BSBOPS502Manage business operational plans
BSBPEF501Manage personal and professional development
BSBSTR501Establish innovative work environments
BSBSTR502Facilitate continuous improvement
BSBTWK502Manage team effectiveness
BSBWHS411Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs
RIIBLA202FSupport underground shotfiring operations
RIIBLA302EConduct shotfiring operations in underground coal mines
RIICOM301ECommunicate information
RIIERR501EImplement underground coal mine emergency preparedness and response systems
RIIGOV401EApply, monitor and report on compliance systems
RIILAT402EProvide leadership in the supervision of diverse work teams
RIIMCU501EImplement the spontaneous combustion management plan
RIIMCU502EImplement the gas management plan
RIIMCU503DImplement the gas drainage management plan
RIIMCU504DImplement the outburst management plan
RIIMCU505EImplement the inrush management plan
RIIMCU506EImplement the strata management plan
RIIMPO501DImplement, monitor, rectify and report on mobile plant and equipment systems
RIIPRM501EImplement, monitor, rectify and report on contracts
RIIRAI501DImplement mine transport systems and production equipment
RIIRAI503DImplement site services and infrastructure systems
RIIRAI506DImplement, monitor, rectify and report on inventory control system
RIIRIS402ECarry out the risk management process
RIIRIS403EManage and coordinate spill response
RIIUND501EImplement the ventilation management plan
RIIUND603DManage, operate and maintain the mine ventilation system
RIIWHS301EConduct safety and health investigations
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the RII50920 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Who offers it

7 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.

Black Diamond Training & Safety SolutionsBased in NSW · Registered since 2017→
Hazeldean Training & Development Pty LtdBased in QLD · Registered since 2012→
In 4 TrainingBased in QLD · Registered since 2009→
Mines Rescue Pty LimitedBased in NSW · Registered since 1996→
MyneSight Pty LtdBased in QLD · Registered since 2009→
Performance Training Pty LimitedBased in QLD · Registered since 1998→
Southburn Pty Ltd as Trustee for the Lennon Family TrustBased in QLD · Registered since 1998→

Providers are listed alphabetically. A listing is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and providers do not pay to appear. Based-in shows each provider's registered head office; most providers deliver online Australia-wide. The → link opens the provider's page on this site, which links to their own website. Contact the provider for current intakes, fees and study modes.