Credential(s) Offered
Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Other
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Program Synopsis Human Resources Professional
Program Location: Online
Course Objective:
Description: This human resources certification course prepares you for a career in human resources (HR) and professional certification, covering industry standards aligned with the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). You'll learn the fundamentals of HR, including labor laws, hiring practices, and labor relations, along with key topics like affirmative action, diversity, equity, inclusion, and decisions related to retention, recruiting, and hiring.
The course also covers creating a high-performance workplace, performance appraisals, remote work, workplace communication, motivation, digital media, compensation, and benefits. Upon completion, you’ll be ready to start your HR career and sit for certifications including the HRCI's Professional Certification in Human Resources (PHR) or the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) exam.
Competencies to be achieved:
* 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, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) considerations
Pre-Requisites: There are no prerequisites for taking this course, other than basic computer knowledge.
Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
Total Tuition: $2,159.00
Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:
* Human Resource Management
* PHR / SPHR – Professional in Human Resources Certification Study Guide
* Please note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Enrollment Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
* This course can be taken on a PC, Chromebook, or Mac.
Software Requirements:
* PC: Windows 10 or later.
* Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
* Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
* Microsoft Word Online
* Adobe Acrobat Reader.
* Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
* Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Megan Purvis
Email: Megan.purvis@centralaz.edu
Phone number: 520-494-6417
Direct Website link to the program:
Online Human Resources Professional from Central Arizona College
Additional information:
* Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: N/A
* Certification Requirements: No HR experience is required to sit for the aPHR exam. You will need a high school diploma, but you don't need any additional education.
Similarly, no HR experience or degree is required for the SHRM-CP exam; however, a basic working knowledge of HR practices and principles or a degree from a SHRM Academically Aligned program is recommended.
If you plan to take the PHR exam after completing the course, you will need one of the following:
* A minimum of one (1) year of experience in a professional level HR position with a master's degree or higher, OR
* A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a professional level HR position with a bachelor's degree, OR
* A minimum of four (4) years of experience in a professional level HR position with less than a bachelor's degree
Grievance Resolution Policy
https://centralaz.edu/student-support-and-care
Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
WITHIN THE 10 DAY GRACE PERIOD
Once a student is enrolled in an Advanced Career Training Program, they have 10 calendar days from the Start Date listed for their enrollment to advise ed2go of any need to drop their program for a refund. During this time frame, students can submit their drop/refund request to their student advisor. Partners may also request a drop on a student's behalf by submitting an ACT Program Enrollment Change Form which is located on the left of the Home tab in your Career Training Program Online Administration Center under Resources.
Please note:
* The 10-day refund policy may not apply to all programs. Some programs are non-refundable once the student has received a start date for the program.
* Students may be responsible for material costs, if materials are not returned to ed2go, or received back in less than new condition.
AFTER THE 10 DAY GRACE PERIOD
Drop/refund requests received after the 10-day grace period may be approved on an exception basis only. If a drop/refund is approved, additional fees, such as material fees and instructor fees, may apply and will need to be collected prior to processing.
REFUND POLICY EXCEPTIONS
Please review the Advanced Career Training Refund Policy Exceptions page for more information on refund policy exceptions by product line for some of the Advanced Career Training programs.
Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
* Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes.
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: This human resources certification course prepares you for a career and professional certification in human resources (HR) and it covers industry-recognized practices aligned with the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
* Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes.
Career Pathway: Certifications are stackable, allowing students to start with a certificate and add specialized ones over time, progressively expanding their skills and knowledge.
* Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, certifications are portable across states, but specific requirements may vary by state.
Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes.
Accrediting Agency and link to website: Ed2Go.
Credential Attainment Rate: There is no attainment rate. This is a new program, as the program progresses and participants complete their courses, this rate will change.
Details
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Online
Local WIB
2003 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pinal
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Pell
Refund Policy
See synopsis.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$2,159.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,159.00
