Human Resources Certificates

A certificate in human resources is generally an additional education program that is designed to enhance the knowledge of someone currently working in this field.  A certificate in human resources will typically focus on developing the necessary skills and understanding of theories that are needed to pass the professional certification exams designed by the Society of Human Resource Management. The University of California at Irvine offers students several courses of study designed to enhance and update the skills of the human resource professional. Keller Graduate School of Management also offers an online certificate program to expand their knowledge in specific areas such as global diversity, labor relations, and strategic staffing.

A certificate in human resources is best suited to individuals who enjoy their current position in the human resource field and wish to increase their knowledge base about best practices in the industry and how to develop and implement new strategies. Research the education requirements for specific human resources field careers at our human resources career center page.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment outlook for those working in the human resources field is favorable, with a high level of competition for available positions.  Those seeking to advance their careers with additional certifications in a specific area are likely to earn higher salaries than those with a broad based education in the field.