Human Resource Generalist I Certificate
A comprehensive foundation in human resources is essential for all HR professionals. This certificate program will sharpen your skills, develop your career potential, and enhance your command of the HR profession. It provides an in-depth study of specific topics, current practices, and necessary skills critical for success in the rapidly changing field of human resources. You will gain a thorough grounding in key human resource functions and competencies needed for success as a Human Resource Generalist at the technical and operational level. Topics include current human resource practices, employee benefits and compensation, employment law, performance management, and designing employee orientation programs.
Intended Audience
- Recommended for those seeking entry-to mid-level positions in HR
- Designed for those interested and working in the field of HR, as well as professionals with business skills wishing to change careers
- Required component of the Human Resource Mastery Certificate program
- Elective component of Management Mastery and Supervision Mastery Certificates
Benefits of this certificate
- Gain expertise in a specific area of interest
- Demonstrate knowledge in human resource functions at the technical and operational level
- Receive tangible recognition for your achievement
- Document on-going professional development activities
- Improved ability to integrate human resource practices with organizational goals
- Earn Professional in Human Resource (PHR) and Senior Professional in Human Resource (SPHR) re-certification credits
To complete this certificate program, you will take five of the courses listed below. The courses may be taken in any order, but must be completed within one year of your first course. Look for the HR1 code which designates courses that apply to the Human Resource Generalist I Certificate. There is a one-time $35 certificate enrollment fee.
Human Resource Generalist I Certificate Courses
30 contact hours / 3.0 CEUs
| Courses | CEUs | Month(s) Offered |
| Designing Employee Orientation Programs (6 hours) |
0.6 | April / Nov |
| Employee Benefits Practices and Trends (6 hours) |
0.6 | Feb / Sept |
| Introduction to Human Resource Practices (6 hours) |
0.6 | Feb /Aug /Sept |
| Legal Issues in Human Resources and Management (6 hours) | 0.6 | May / Oct |
| Organizational Training and Development (6 hours) | 0.6 | July / Dec |
| Performance Management Process (6 hours) | 0.6 | July / Dec |
| Principles of Employee Compensation (6 hours) |
0.6 | Mar / Oct / Nov |
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Certificate Enrollment Information
Enroll in the Human Resource Generalist I Certificate program now or call us at 612-624-4000 to speak to an Information Center Learner Representative. There is a one-time $35 enrollment fee to enroll in the certificate program. Individuals enrolled in a certificate program are entitled to a $20 discount off course fees. Click here to enroll in the Human Resource Generalist I Certificate program.
Accelerated Certificate option available
Accelerate the completion of your certificate. Register for all the courses in the Human Resource Generalist I Certificate in one easy transaction and complete the certificate in four to six months using the daytime or evening course option. In addition, you pay only $1,850 for this 30-hour certificate; a savings of $125. Select "View Courses/Register Now" from above, and select the accelerated registration option for more information and how to register.
Additional Information
For more information on this or any other certificate program please click on the "View Courses/Register Now" button at the top of the page or please contact the College of Continuing Education Information Center:
Phone: 612-624-4000
E-mail: cceinfo@umn.edu
