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HUMAN RESOURCES
Certificate ProgramProfessional Certificate in Human Resource Management

Increase your effectiveness on the job. Advance in your career. Acquire new knowledge and skills. This program provides a practical educational experience for those in or new to the field of HR management, personnel, industrial, or employee relations. Authorized by SDSU’s College of Business Administration, this 24-unit program may be considered for continuing education.

Workplace Benefits

  • Identify the core competencies needed for human resources
  • Build processes and procedures for a diverse workforce, recruitment, and ROI
  • Learn how to communicate policies to employees
  • Create an environment that attracts and retains top talent
  • Understand the role of OSHA, safety, and compensation issues in the workplace

HR Certification Institute (HRCI) approved provider.Approved Provider for the HR Certification Institute

The Certificate
The following eight courses are required: Introduction to Human Resources, Human Resource Management and the Law, Staffing, Training and Development, Performance Management, Compensation, Health and Safety Management, and Directed Readings/Applied Project. It is highly recommended that Introduction to Human Resources be taken first.

Location of Classes
SDSU Extended Studies/Gateway Centers, Hardy Avenue entrance, unless otherwise noted.

textbookTextbook/course material information is available at www.sdsubookstore.com/es; just use your five digit schedule number when selecting a course.

For information on bringing this Human Resource Management program to your organization, call us at (619) 594-6924.

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"I just wanted to take a minute and thank you, my teachers, and the HR Certificate Program for everything. I learned valuable information that I've really been able to apply to my job. If it wasn't for the HR Certificate Program I would not have gotten this job. I had tried so hard making it in the HR industry and only after receiving my HR Certificate did doors begin to open."

- Kathryn Shane, Benefits Account Manager, Westland Insurance Brokers

Fall 2009 Courses

PHR/SPHR National Certification Exam Review
The PHR and SPHR designations signify you’ve mastered the HR body of knowledge. This noncredit course will prepare you for these certification exams administered by the Human Resource Certification Institute by leading you through a comprehensive and systematic review of the topics you’ll encounter on the test. You’ll also learn test-taking strategies and hints you’ll be glad you know on exam day. This course is not part of the Human Resource Management Certificate program. It is a review course designed to prepare HR professionals for the SPHR/PHR exam. Completion of the SDSU HRM certificate program (or a similar program) prior to enrollment is strongly recommended.

Instructor: Aaron Morgan, SPHR, County of San Diego, Human Resources.  

Noncredit Schedule No. 09FAHR 99460 CS
Dates: Wednesdays, Sept. 16-Dec. 9, 6-9:30 pm (No class Nov. 11)
Location: SDSU Extended Studies/Gateway Centers, corner of Campanile Drive and Hardy Avenue.
Fee: $525 ($545 after Sept. 16) Last day to enroll is Sept. 23.

Schedule Number 09FAHR 99460 CS is Closed


Staffing
The ability to recruit and retain talent is a key differentiator in business today. This course will lead you through the three stages of strategic staffing, teaching you the practical, work-ready skills you need to accurately assess the needs of your organization, navigate the selection process, and lead interviews that allow you to identify and recruit the best candidate.

Instructors: Mary Alcock, Alcock McFadden Employment Consultants.  Lynne Pratt, Alcock McFadden Employment Consultants.  

Extension Credit Course No. BA X-22 (three units)
Schedule No. 09FA 81023 FP
Dates: Wednesdays, Sept. 23-Dec. 16, 6-9:30 pm (No class Nov. 11 and 25)
Location: SDSU Extended Studies/Gateway Centers, corner of Campanile Drive and Hardy Avenue.
Fee: $525 ($545 after Sept. 23) Last day to enroll is Sept. 30.

Schedule Number 09FA 81023 FP is Closed


Performance Management
This course explores HR’s role in establishing a credible performance management system to help an organization maximize productivity. Students will learn strategies and methods for developing assessment tools, evaluating performance, diagnosing performance problems, coaching and counseling, improving employee communication, and offering career guidance.

Instructor: Carla Bange, SPHR-CA, compliance manager, General Atomics.  

Extension Credit Course No. BA X-27 (three units)
Schedule No. 09FA 81034 FP
Dates: Thursdays, Sept. 24-Dec. 17, 6-9:30 pm (No class Nov. 26)
Location: SDSU Extended Studies/Gateway Centers, corner of Campanile Drive and Hardy Avenue.
Fee: $525 ($545 after Sept. 24) Last day to enroll is Oct. 1.

Schedule Number 09FA 81034 FP is Closed


Introduction to Human Resources
HR professionals play a key role in making sure employees are individually and collectively able to achieve the goals and mission that define an organization – a broad mandate which covers a wide range of functions. This course will provide you a comprehensive view of HR responsibilities, including strategic and HR planning and international HR management. You’ll explore the connection between HR and organizational improvement, and learn foundational skills in policy formulation and handbook design and preparation.

Instructor: Jean Center, president, Center Group, LTD.  

Extension Credit Course No. BA X-20 (three units)
Schedule No. 09FA 81012 FP
Dates: Mondays, Sept. 28-Dec. 14, 6-9:30 pm
Location: SDSU Extended Studies/Gateway Centers, corner of Campanile Drive and Hardy Avenue.
Fee: $525 ($545 after Sept. 28) Last day to enroll is Oct. 5.

Schedule Number 09FA 81012 FP is Closed


Health and Safety Management
Learn the fundamental components of a comprehensive health and safety program to protect the employees in your organization and avoid costly liability. You’ll learn about Cal-OSHA requirements, risk management and loss prevention, workers’ compensation claims, employee assistance plans, preventative health issues, ADA compliance, and more. Extension Credit Course No. BA X-35 (three units)
Schedule No. 09FA 81045 FP
Dates: Tuesdays, Sept. 29-Dec. 15, 6-9:30 pm
Location: SDSU Extended Studies/Gateway Centers, corner of Campanile Drive and Hardy Avenue.
Fee: $525 ($545 after Sept. 29) Last day to enroll is Oct. 6.

Schedule Number 09FA 81045 FP is Closed


San Diego Workforce Partnership - Creating Workforce Solutions for the San Diego Region

The College of Extended Studies is a State-approved provider
for the Federal Workforce Investment Act for this program.

Last update: November 13, 2009

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