Human Resources

Human Resources Management Certificate

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The HR field is more competitive than ever. How can you distinguish yourself and stay ahead of the curve? One of the best ways is to earn a credential such as ±«Óãtv’s Human Resources Management Certificate.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay for HR managers in 2021 was over $126,000. If you’re ready for a role that offers that level of compensation, our certificate can help get you there. Put yourself first in line for an HR leadership position with our career development program. You can enroll in individual courses or complete the entire certificate. 

The 10-course program provides a comprehensive, practical foundation in human resources and the skills required for advancement, all done on your terms. With our flexible program options, finish in as little as three months, or take as long as you need.

You’ll finish the program with human resources certificate benefits that can quickly move you ahead in your career:

  • Earn a credential that sets you apart from your colleagues.
  • Increase your chances of landing a new job or promotion.
  • Boost your earning potential.
  • Become a recognized expert and leader in the field.
  • Keep yourself and your organization more competitive in today's economy.

Curriculum & Course Details

The HR Management Certificate will no longer have preset courses. Participants will be required to take HR Core Concepts and complete a total of 10 courses to earn the certificate. Participants can choose nine of the elective courses based on their unique interests.

Electives:

  • HR Law I
  • HR Risk Management
  • Business Acumen for HR Professionals
  • Fundamentals of Compensation
  • HR Performance Management
  • Project Management for HR Professionals
  • Performance Appraisal Systems
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Human Resource Leaders for a Multi-Generational Workforce
  • Continuous Improvement for HR Professionals
  • Emotional Intelligence and Resiliency for HR Professionals
  • HR Law II or HR Law & Ethics
  • HR Data-Based Decision Making
  • Employee Benefits

Requirements

  • You must complete HR Core Concepts before pursuing the elective courses.
  • Our courses and programs are all non-credit professional education. There is no application process and/or degree requirement to register. 

Tuition & Funding Sources

As noncredit training programs, our courses are ineligible for traditional federally subsidized financial resources. 

  • Possible funding through

We’re pleased to offer a 10% discount to ±«Óãtv alumni, ±«Óãtv faculty and staff, ±«Óãtv faculty and staff family members, ±«Óãtv students and veterans on the following courses and programs:

Human Resource Management Programs
K-12 Summer Camps
Process Improvement Programs
Project Management Programs*
*Excludes the already discounted PMP® Exam Preparation Course
Test Preparation Courses (SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT and LSAT)
How to Receive the Discount
The discount can be applied only at time of registration. Simply register for your course online and use one of the following discount codes during the checkout process:

±«Óãtv Alumni Association Members: ±«ÓãtvAAM
±«Óãtv Faculty and Staff:* ±«ÓãtvFS
±«Óãtv Faculty and Staff Family Members: SUMMEROF±«Óãtv
±«Óãtv Students: ±«ÓãtvS
Veterans: ±«ÓãtvVA
If you have questions or technical issues in applying a discount, call us at 813-974-0950.

* The discount is not valid for courses paid for by a ±«Óãtv Department. It is only valid for self-pay students.

 

Human Resources Management Certificate

Quick Details

Format: Live Online and Self-paced Courses

Duration: As little as 4 months. 

Cost: $595 per course

Connect With a Program Advisor

Kathy Barnes
Kathy Barnes, M.S.Ed.
813.974.8031

barnesk@usf.edu