Human Resources Professional

$2,353

• 9 Months
• 150 Course Hours
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Become a Certified HR Professional Online

Get ready to prepare for a successful career and professional certification in human resources (PHR) by learning industry-recognized practices aligned with the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). This PHR certification course will explore the foundational aspects of HR, including human resource laws, hiring disciplines, and labor relations.

Delve into essential areas, such as affirmative action and diversity considerations, and gain an understanding of the important decisions that human resources professionals often make regarding retention, recruiting, and hiring. Additionally, you will learn how to create a high-performance workplace, as well as related topics such as performance appraisals, remote work, workplace communication, motivation, digital media, compensation, and benefits, among others.

Upon finishing this course, you will be prepared to sit for the HRCI’s Professional Certification in Human Resources (PHR) exam, while also learning information useful for other human resources certification exams, including SHRM’s Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) exam and the HRCI’s Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) exam.

Course Objectives

This pharmacy technician training program will help you:

• Develop the knowledge and skills to excel as a pharmacy technician and perform all related tasks and responsibilities with confidence.
• Gain practical knowledge of medication processing and handling procedures including the ability to identify medication orders and read prescription forms accurately.
• Learn federal and state laws that govern pharmacies, as well as the ethics of pharmacy practice.
• Be fully prepared to sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE), offered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), and earn your Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPht) credential.
• Become eligible for a 100+ hour practicum experience to further enhance your professional skills.

Prerequisites and Requirements

There are no prerequisites to take this course. However, the practicum experience requires that you have a high school diploma and be at least 18 years old.

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Job Outlook for Human Resources Professionals in San Diego

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates an 8% job growth for HR specialists by 2033. This will equate to over 86,000 job openings during this period, annually. More jobs for HR specialists are expected as they are needed to help with complicated employment laws and benefits.

The BLS reports that the median salary for human resources specialists in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad area is $79,373.

Human Resources Professional FAQs

What is an HR specialist? What does an HR specialist do?

An HR specialist specializes in the fundamentals of HR and its associated processes. These professionals perform specialized HR tasks such as recruiting, screening, interviewing job applicants, and placing newly hired employees.

Do you need a certification to work as a human resources specialist? 

While a certification is not required to work as a human resources specialist, the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification is one of the most widely known and most respected credentials in the field of human resources. It is also a requirement by most employers before you are considered for higher-level human resources roles.

Does this course prepare me for certification? 

Yes. This Human Resources Professional training course will prepare you for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) exam offered by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI). 

Course Objectives

• Gather comprehensive knowledge needed to sit for the aPHR, PHR, or SHRM-CP human resources certification exams
• Obtain a broad overview of human resources professional practices
• Gain skills for handling recruitment, performance appraisals, and training processes
• Learn strategic decision-making for compensation and job evaluation
• Acquire foundational knowledge of U.S. laws and regulations regarding employment practices
• Understand OSHA rules governing employee health and safety
• Review strategies for implementing retention initiatives
• Study remote work and Diversity considerations

Prerequisites and Certification Requirements

There are no specific prerequisites for taking this course. However, HRCI requires that you meet one of the following criteria to sit for PHR certification: 

• Master’s degree or higher = 1 year of work experience in a professional-level HR role
• Bachelor’s degree = 2 years of work experience in a professional-level HR role
• Anything less than a bachelor’s degree = 4 years of work experience in a professional-level HR role

Instructors

Anna Smith

Anna Smith has worked in the human resources field for 30 years and has taught at the university level for over 20 years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Spalding University, a master’s degree in management from Webster University, and a Master Online Teaching certificate from the University of Illinois. She is also a certified Professional in Human Resources from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI), a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources, and an SHRM Senior Certified Professional. Her experience spans many areas of human resources, including recruitment, labor relations, and affirmative action plans.

Ann Nevers

Ann Nevers holds a law degree and a master’s in health law. She has work experience in employee management, hiring, training, and staff development. This includes motivating employees to work to their strengths, preparing new job descriptions, and looking for ways to improve workplace efficiency in a positive work environment.

Ann has used communication, problem-solving, and dispute resolution processes both formally and informally to effectively work through issues. In addition, she has experience both teaching and writing on a number of legal and workplace issues, including health care and employment law.

She is engaged in community volunteer activities, including prior work overseeing a women’s organization with implementation and oversight of new volunteer roles, training, and leadership development. In addition, she has established a newsletter and newsletter team to support the efforts of a local non-profit organization. 

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This course is 100% online. Start anytime.