The term "Human Resources" covers a wide range of activities and employment positions. As a HR Professional, there are many careers you can pursue including Specialist, Expert, Manager, Executive, Consultant, Training & Development Manager, or even an International Specialist. Some of the activities that fall to HR professionals include hiring and firing employees, managing employee communications, settling employee disputes, creating benefits programs, navigating government regulations, and setting up policies for measuring employee performance. Due to the wide range of employment opportunities the salary range for a HR Professional can vary greatly. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics the 2015 medium pay range for HR Professionals is $38,100-$104.440, ranging between entry level and management level.
What’s in this program? This program combines both human resource principles and real world scenarios that professionals face. Learners will gain knowledge of the history and evolution of human resources as well as the legal aspects to this profession. This Human Resources Professional program will explore HR decision making, HR employee relations including recruiting and training, safety and security as it pertains to an HR professional, and motivation skills necessary to maintain a happy, successful work environment.
Included Certification! Included with your program tuition is an exam voucher for HR Certification Institute’s Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) Certification Exam. Unlike HR Certification Institute’s advanced level PHR Certification, the aPHR Certification does not require any previous work experience. To maintain the aPHR credential you must earn 45 re-certification credits over a three-year time span. Many of our professional enrichment courses offer aPHR re-certification credits so feel free to checkout our catalog or contact a representative to receive a list of eligible courses.
**A special benefit offered to our program alumni is discounted pricing on all our eligible HRCI re-certification courses!**
LAPTOP INCLUDED!! Also included with your program tuition is a brand-new laptop! This program includes a laptop with at least the minimum specs listed below:
• 2GB RAM
• 250GB HHD
• 14" Screen
**Actual laptop specs may vary. Laptops are shipped after program enrollments are completed; shipping times may vary depending on location. This program is NOT eligible for refund once equipment is shipped.**
**A special benefit offered to our program alumni is discounted pricing on all of our HRCI re-certification courses!**
Each state may have additional licensing requirements, be sure to research your states requirements for employment by visiting your states occupation board.
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Module 1: Human Resources Introduction
Module 2: Introduction to Human Resource Management
Module 3: Compensation
Module 4: Data and Human Resource Management
Module 5: Employee Selection
Module 6: Equal Employment Opportunity
Module 7: Employee Rights
Module 8: Employee Safety
Module 9: Performance Management
Module 10: Hiring, Managing, and Developing Talent
Module 11: Talent Management and Career Development
Module 12: Handling Difficult Employee Behavior
Module 13: Handling Workforce Conflict
Module 14: Cybersecurity for HR Professionals
Module 15: aPHR Exam Prep and Practice Exams
All required reference materials are provided with this program. Technical requirements:
Internet Connection
• Broadband or High-Speed (DSL, Cable, Wireless)
Hardware Requirements
• Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
• Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
Software Requirements
• Operating Systems - Windows 7, 8 or 10; Mac OS x 10 or higher
• Microsoft Office 2007, 2010 or 2013 or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
• Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
• Cookies MUST be enabled
• Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
• Adobe PDF Reader
Fast track your career in human resource management with the Associate Professional in Human Resources™ (aPHR™) from HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®). The aPHR is the first-ever HR certification for professionals who are just beginning their HR career journey. There is no better way to demonstrate HR knowledge and strong commitment to the profession. To be eligible for the aPHR you must have a high school diploma or global equivalent. No HR experience is required since this is a knowledge-based credential.
Your aPHR certification is valid for three years after testing. To maintain your aPHR credential, you must earn 45 re-certification credits over a three-year time span or retake the exam.
Many of our professional enrichment courses offer aPHR re-certification credits so feel free to checkout our catalog or contact our team to receive a list of eligible courses.
This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.
Certified Human Resources Professional FAQs
To request more information, you can contact us via online chat, our website contact
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1-855-201-6910.
Online courses are accessible 24/7/365 and self-paced, allowing you to progress at your own pace on your own schedule. They can be taken from anywhere in the world from the comfort of your own home. Classroom courses have a set schedule of the days and times the courses will be held, and you must attend during those specific times.
Find out if online learning is right for you by contacting our team of registration advisers. Our team is available to answer any of your questions about taking an online course before you commit to enrolling. We will walk you through what to expect to ensure you are making the right decision. You can contact a registration adviser today via online chat, our website contact
form, or toll free at
1-855-201-6910.
No, you are not required to have a diploma or higher education degree to enroll in an online course. However, some occupations may require minimum educational thresholds for employment or certification. For more information on your desired career requirements, please contact us via online chat, our website contact
form, or toll free at
1-855-201-6910
To take an online course, you will need to have access to an internet connection and an internet ready device such as a laptop, PC, or tablet. For course specific requirements, please visit the course page or contact a registration adviser today.
Our courses are developed with multiple formats including text, audio, video, and interactivity. Our courses also include multiple resources and tools which can include flashcards, games, activities, and more.
No, you can take the online courses from anywhere in the world.
We participate in several financial assistance options including third party funding, both military and non-military. To request more information on the financial assistance options available and check your eligibility, contact us via online chat, our website contact
form, or toll free at
1-855-201-6910.
Duration is the amount of time you will receive access to your course. Durations vary by course and range between 1 month and 12 months. If you complete your course before your duration ends you will continue to have access to your course until the duration period ends.
Many of our career training programs include certification vouchers. This means that at the successful completion of your course, at no additional charge, you will receive an exam voucher for the corresponding industry certification. This voucher will allow you to register and sit for the appropriate certification exam to obtain your industry credential.
Our online courses are open enrollment, so you can start immediately. If you are using any third-party funding to cover your course tuition, your start date may be a future date determined by your funding program.
Once enrolled, you will be assigned a client adviser who will provide you with customer and technical support. Your client adviser will supply you with your course access information, any needed materials, and be available to answer any questions you have during your training experience. They will regularly check-in with you to monitor your progress and assist you with staying on track. You will also be assigned to a course mentor who will provide curriculum support throughout your training. Your mentor is available to answer any questions you have on your course curriculum, will monitor your progress and understanding of the curriculum, and may give assignments or quizzes.
If you experience any trouble accessing your course including technical issues or lost login credentials, please contact your client adviser at
helpdesk@worldeducation.net.
We strive to provide a fully online experience for students however some of our training courses include physical materials or equipment. Courses that have materials shipped directly to students will be shipped within 7 business days of registration. Some training courses have material for different sections and these courses may require multiple shipments as you completed stages of your course.
Our goal for students is to successfully complete their training course and achieve their career goals. We understand that extenuating circumstances can interfere with your ability to complete your course in the duration given. Because of this we have free or low-cost extensions available for our courses upon request. To discuss or request an extension please contact your client adviser at
helpdesk@worldeducation.net.
Upon successful completion of your course and fulfillment of any outstanding financial obligations, you will receive your certificate of completion. Certificates are provided to you within 30 days of completion. Your certificate will validate the training course you completed with a stamp of completion.
Students that successfully complete our career training programs are assigned a career development adviser who will coordinate placement at a local externship or hands on opportunity. These opportunities are optional and may vary based on availability and occupation. Your career development adviser will also provide job search services such as: resume building, mock interviews, job opportunity resources, and more. Our professional enrichment courses do not come with a career adviser or career services.