ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To apply, you must have:
- Two years of college education AND one of the following:
- Two years of work experience in an area of human resources management such as training, compensation, staffing, benefits or employee relations
- OR five years of work experience in any field that included supervisory responsibility
- OR completion of the UW Certificate in Human Resources Essentials
- OR three years of non-HR work experience AND completion of the UW Certificate in Human Resources Essentials
- OR a high school diploma AND five years of HR experience
Also Recommended
You will benefit from having working knowledge of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for the Workforce Planning & Analytics course.
Time Commitment
Including time in class, you should expect to spend about 5 to 7 hours each week on coursework.
English Proficiency
If English is not your native language, you should have at least intermediate English skills to enroll. To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements – Noncredit Programs.
International Students
Because this offering is 100% online, no visa is required and international students are welcome to apply. For more information, see Admission Requirements for International Students.
Technology Requirements
- Access to a computer with a recent operating system and web browser
- High-speed internet connection
- Headset and webcam (recommended)
Earning the Certificate
You earn a certificate of completion by adhering to the program's attendance policy and successfully completing all required courses. For more information, see Earning the Certificate.