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Gain the skills to break into the dynamic field of HR with a Human Resources Essentials Certificate
Skilled human resources professionals who can attract, hire and retain exceptional talent are in high demand. Acquire the knowledge and skills you need to enter the human resources field with one of our human resources essentials certificate programs. We offer classes that fit your schedule, with online with real-time meetings and online asynchronous learning formats.
Build the skills to help you break into the in-demand field of human resources.
Learn from experienced and innovative industry professionals who are eager to share their knowledge with you.
Flexible and convenient formats that make learning convenient.
Hear from instructor Ranodda DeChambeau about the Certificate in Human Resources at the University of Washington and how it can prepare you to enter the growing field of human resources.
Master the foundational competencies required to succeed as an HR professional. Discover how to manage records, foster clear communication and ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulations regarding sensitive issues.
You’ll gain skills in key HR functional areas such as operations, recruiting, compensation and benefits, training, employee retention and morale, performance management, payroll, and compliance policies and regulations. Our comprehensive curriculum will also teach you how to prepare to launch your HR career in either a small or a large organization.
84%
Portion of certificate alumni working in a field related to human resources.
Top Alumni Employers
Boeing, Amazon, F5, Digipen Institute of Technology and Cle Elum-roslyn School District.
7.3%
Projected annual job growth for human resource specialists in Washington between 2024–2034.
Source: Lightcast
Because of all the growth that’s happening here in our backyard, companies are hiring like crazy. That creates a lot of opportunity for people in the human resources field. Nicole Bowers, Certificate Graduate
Because of all the growth that’s happening here in our backyard, companies are hiring like crazy. That creates a lot of opportunity for people in the human resources field.
Have questions about which program is right for you? Not sure about juggling the workload and other responsibilities? Our enrollment coaches are here to help.
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Sarah is a director of human resources, providing primary leadership for all functional elements of HR.
Guadalupe is a human resources professional with experience providing strategic direction and counsel to senior management in Fortune 500 companies.
Patricia is a consultant, speaker and author who advises clients on effective leadership and has worked in the talent management field for more than 20 years.
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