Course Description
Employees are the single most important resource in any business and nonprofit. Human resources professionals are charged with protecting these talented people.
This 100% online training course will prepare you for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification exam offered by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). You will be fully equipped to advance your career as a certified PHR in only 6 months.
During this HR training, you will also learn information useful for other certification exams, including SHRM’s Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) exam and the HRCI’s Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) exam.
Job Outlook for Certified HR Professionals
- The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates a 6% job growth for human resources (HR) professionals and a slightly higher growth rate for those in management roles. This will equal an additional 78,700 job openings over the next decade. 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 those in a human resources specialist position is nearly $64,240 (as of May 2022), with top earners making more than $116,060 annually.
FAQs about Certified HR Professionals
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 will be 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). According to Payscale.com, those who have PHR certification get promoted faster and have a median salary that is $20,000 higher than those who do not.
IS HUMAN RESOURCES A GOOD CAREER?
Absolutely. Every organization, large or small, needs someone who can help them with employee relations. A career in Human Resources can be whatever you make it. There are dozens and dozens of specialties and career paths to fit almost anyone interested in helping others while improving relations between employers and employees.
What you will learn from this course
- Be fully prepared for the Professional in Human Resources certification from HRCI
- Understand human resources practices, valuable skills related to recruitment and training
- Gain foundational knowledge of employment laws and regulations
- Develop retention initiatives and best practices for strategic decision making
How you will benefit from this Certified HR Professional course
- Learn how to contribute to company strategy planning so you can be a more valuable member of the team
- Prepare for aPHR, PHR, or SHRM-CP certification and set yourself apart
- Open the door to new career opportunities and higher salaries after obtaining your aPHR, PHR, or SHRM-CP certification, including jobs such as: HR generalist, Recruiter, HR Representative, HR Assistant, HR Specialist, HR Manager, Compensation and Benefits Manager, and more
Prerequisites and Requirements
There are no specific prerequisites for taking this course. However, HRCI requires that you meet one of the following criteria in order 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
