HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL

Offered By Meditec and Texas A&M Kingsville

Prepare for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification exam and improve your human resources knowledge. Get started today!

PROGRAM DURATION:
6 Months/70 Hours

CERTIFICATIONS:
ExCPT or PTCE

COST:
$3,995.00

Program Overview

Are you seeking employment in a high-demand field with opportunity for advancement? Human resources may be the career for you. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs in the human resources field are expected to grow seven percent between 2016 to 2026. Human resources specialists are needed to handle the increasingly complex employment laws and healthcare coverage options. This course will help you master the skills needed to advance in your human resources career and prepares you to take the Human Resource Certification Institute’s (HRCI) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification exam. Please see the Human Resource Certification Institute's website for information on exam requirements and costs.

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	Meditec	College	Other Online Schools
Tuition Cost	$3500 Average	Up to $20,000	Average $3,000
Exams Fees, Books & Materials	School covers this cost.	Up to $750	Up to $750
Program Completion Time	3-6 months	24-48 months	3-6 months
Tailored Content and Exams	Interactive and engaging learning methods to prepare you for your career	Resource Library	N/A
Schedule/Flexibility	100% online and available 24/7	Set Schedule	100% online and available 24/7
Student Support	Student and Peer Support - Text, Call, Email	Scheduled Office Hours	Support Email

Program Details

Master the skills you need to gain an entry-level position in human resources and prepare to take the PHR (Professional in Human Resources) certification exam.

The PHR Exam, or Professional in Human Resources Exam, is a prestigious certificate awarded by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). By achieving this designation, you will effectively show potential employers and those in the industry that you possess the knowledge as well as practical experience in human resource management necessary to pass this thorough exam.
You do not need to have experience in human resources to take this course. However, you will need experience as a human resources representative to take the PHR exam, administered by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI).
While there is no specific internship with this course, you will be given instructions and insight on how you can obtain an internship or externship upon the completion of your coursework and financial obligation.

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Module 1: Introduction to Human Resources
- Opportunities in the HR Field activity
- Skills for Success
- Getting into the HR Field

Module 2: HR's Role in Strategy
- Let's Talk Strategy
- Vision and Mission Statements
- Policies
- Metrics
Module 3: Recruiting and Hiring Employees
- Writing a Job Ad
- Preparing to Interview
- Reviewing Résumés and Interviewing Candidates
- The Job Offer
Module 4: Appraising and Improving Employees' Performance
- The Goals and Process of a Performance Appraisal
- Performance Appraisal Methods
- Legal Considerations in Appraising Employees
- Designating People to Perform Appraisals
- Training Supervisors to Handle Appraisals and Motivate Employees
Module 5: Training Programs
- The Basics of Training
- The Analysis, Design, and Development Phases of Training
- The Implementation and Evaluation Phases
Module 6: Missing Title
- Things to Consider When You're Planning Compensation
- Strategic Decisions for Paying Employees
- Job Evaluation
- Look at Benefits

Module 7: Missing Title
- What Is OSHA?
- Knock, Knock, OSHA Is Here . . .
- Protecting Against Workplace Hazards
- Investigating, Recording, and Preventing Accidents
Module 8: Missing Title
- Basic Employment Law Terms and Facts
- Equal Employment Opportunity—Past and Present v
- What Is Discrimination?
- Additional Employment Laws
- What Happens When an Employee Files an EEOC claim?
Module 9: Making HR Decisions
- HRIS Software
- Making Decisions in a Growth Strategy
- Making Decisions in a Retrenchment or Stability Strategy
- Job Analysis as a Tool for Decision-Making
Module 10: Affirmative Action
- Creating an Affirmative Action Plan
- The AAP: Putting It All Together
- More Parts of an AAP
- Still More Numbers for the Government
Module 11: Diversity
- What Is Diversity—and Why Is It a Good Thing?
- Managing Diversity and Handling Conflict
- Demonstrating Leadership in Promoting Diversity
- Diversity Training
Module 12: Employee Rights and Discipline
- Laws That Protect Your Employees' Rights and Privacy
- Monitoring Employees
- Disciplining Employees
- Disciplinary Strategies
- Documenting Employee Behavior
Module 13: Termination
- Alternatives to Firing
- Preparing for a Termination
- Separation Agreements
- Wrongful Discharge
Module 14: Investigations
- Why It's Important to Investigate Problems
- The Steps of an Effective Investigation
- Getting Ready to Conduct Your Investigation
- Conducting Your Investigation
- Wrapping Up Your Investigation
Module 15: Managing Labor Relations
- A Quick Look at the History of Unions
- Why Employees Join a Union
- How Unions Work
- Collective Bargaining
- What Happens When Negotiations Fail
Module 16: Creating a High-Performance Workplace
- Ask for Your Employees' Suggestions—and Act on Them
- Delegate Authority
- Keep the Lines of Communication Open
- Ask for Feedback
- Let Your Employees Have a Life!
Module 17: Global Human Resources
- Staffing Strategy and Culture
- Understanding Cultural Differences
- Practicing HR in Other Countries
- Choosing Your Global Employees
- Additional Issues for Expatriates
Module 18: Retention
- Top Reasons Why Employees Leave a Company
- Encouraging Workers to Stay with Your Company
- Stay Interviews
- Succession Planning
Module 19: Motivation, Rewards, and Recognition
- The Roots of Motivation
- Fun Ways to Motivate Your Workers
- Nine Strategies for Creating a Great Rewards Programs
Module 20: Preparing for the PHR Exam
- Externships and Internships
- The Basics of the PHR Exam
- Studying for the PHR Exam
- What to Expect on the Day of the Test

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