Projected outlook for some certified Human Resources Management (HR) experts:
208,900-933,700 Number of Jobs, 2023
$67,650-$136,350Median Pay per year, 2023
6-8%Job Growth, 2023-2033
*U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook – Human Resources Specialists and Human Resources Managers
Earn A CSUF Human Resources Management Certificate in 4 Months
Earn your human resources management certificate in 4 months. HR managers are viewed as fulfilling an integral and strategic role in their organization, and they must be prepared to effectively manage in a diverse and changing environment.
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Interview with instructor Dr. Patricia Steet, SPHRca, SHRM-SCP, CEAS
In this Q&A, Pat discusses how this program is applicable to both HR professionals and business owners who do not have an HR department, and what it takes to be successful in this certificate program.
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Hear from Program Participants!
“I have made important connections in this program with fellow students and professors. I have also learned a large amount of information that truly has helped me feel comfortable about the work that I do and the decisions I make within the HR field.”
Read Alex's Interview
– Alex Figge, HR participant
“The instructors made it interesting. Most owned their own businesses or were HR advisors. They’re in the field, and teaching based on those experiences.”
Read Juanita's Interview
– Juanita Arreola, HR participant
“Learn as much as you can and don't give up. You could lose everything in life, but the knowledge you learn you will never lose.”
Watch Yesenia's Interview
– Yesenia Ortiz, HR participant
CSUF HR Management Program Benefits:
- Get a comprehensive overview of the field of HR management.
- Learn where and how to recruit quality employees.
- Familiarize yourself with the various aspects of employment law.
- Find out how to recognize and retain talented employees.
- Discover the various employee compensation strategies and plans.
- Current supervisors and HR managers.
- Anyone interested in human resources as a career path.
- Employees with HR responsibilities.
- Entry-level employees who want to move into management.
- Certified HR professionals seeking continuing education units (CEUs).
Program Stats:
- Five required courses (68 hours of lecture and discussion)
- Four months long
- 6.8 continuing education units (CEUs)
Important Program Details:
- HR classes are delivered virtually (live sessions via Zoom)
- Participants must attend and participate in ALL live class sessions via Zoom
- Participants will need access to a computer and a reliable internet connection. A webcam and/or headset is also recommended. Please refer to our Technical Recommendations for more information.
- We recommend that students register 4 weeks prior to the course start date to ensure successful enrollment, as the classes fill up quickly.
- Students must register no later than 3 business days (the Wednesday) prior to the course start date.
- Enrollment into classes with overlapping dates is not permitted, as students must attend the live sessions via Zoom.
If you missed the registration window or have any questions, please contact University Extension Student Services at eipconnect@fullerton.edu.
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