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 USF鈥檚 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鈥檙e 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鈥檒l 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 SHRM Essentials 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
  • Capstone for the HR Professional (provided as part of the SHRM Essentials registration)

Requirements

  • You must complete the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources 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鈥檙e pleased to offer a 10% discount to 新澳门六合彩内幕信息alumni, 新澳门六合彩内幕信息faculty and staff, 新澳门六合彩内幕信息faculty and staff family members, 新澳门六合彩内幕信息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庐 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:

新澳门六合彩内幕信息Alumni Association Members: USFAAM
新澳门六合彩内幕信息Faculty and Staff:* USFFS
新澳门六合彩内幕信息Faculty and Staff Family Members: SUMMEROFUSF
新澳门六合彩内幕信息Students: USFS
Veterans: USFVA
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 新澳门六合彩内幕信息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 3 months. 

Cost: $595

Connect With a Program Advisor

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

barnesk@usf.edu