The Human Resources Management program prepares learners for impactful, people‑centered careers that support organizational success. This program builds a strong foundation in core HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, compensation, compliance, and workplace culture, equipping learners with the skills needed to contribute strategically across industries. Designed for both aspiring and early‑career HR professionals, the program also prepares learners for the Associate Professional in Human Resources™ (aPHR™) certification.
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
By completing the program, learners will be able to:
Understand core human resource functions and HR’s role in organizational success
Support recruiting, onboarding, and employee lifecycle processes
Apply employment laws, compliance standards, and ethical HR practices
Assist with compensation, benefits, and performance management
Manage employee relations and sensitive workplace issues professionally
Use HR frameworks and best practices aligned with the HR Body of Knowledge
Prepare confidently for the HRCI aPHR™ certification exam
This program includes a laptop and A Guide to the Human Resource Body of Knowledge (HRBoK) to support certification preparation. Learners are prepared to pursue the Associate Professional in Human Resources™ (aPHR™) certification from HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®), the leading entry‑level credential for aspiring HR professionals.
The aPHR™ certification requires a high school diploma or global equivalent and no prior HR experience, making it ideal for those beginning an HR career. The credential is valid for three years. To maintain certification, holders must earn 45 recertification credits within three years or retake the exam.
Many professional enrichment courses offer aPHR™ recertification credits. Learners may review the course catalog or contact the advising team for eligible options.
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.