Human Resources
One-Year Certificate
Overview
Gain the knowledge and skills you need for employment as a human resource professional. These employees handle the daily operations of a human resource department which can include screening applicants for employment, administering pay and employee benefits, and managing policies and procedures.
With this certificate you’ll be ready to work in human resources right away. You will also be prepared to continue your education with COTC’s Associate of Applied Business in Business Management Technology.
By completing this course, you:
- expand your potential job opportunities in human resources
- build a strong foundation for academic progression in business
License/Credentialing Eligibility
The human resources courses in the business program align with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) certification.
Future Start Dates
Admission Requirements
This is an open-enrollment program. To be admitted, students must submit a free application for admission and complete the standard steps to enroll.
Plan of Study
One-Year Certificate
Human Resources Certificate
Total hours required: 30
| Autumn Semester | ||
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Introduction to Management |
3 |
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PC Applications in Business |
3 |
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Team Building |
3 |
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Introduction to Human Resource Management |
3 |
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Principles of Microeconomics |
3 |
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Total |
15 |
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| Spring Semester | ||
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Business Law |
3 |
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Financial Business Practices |
3 |
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Human Resource Policies and Procedures |
3 |
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21st Century Workplace Skills |
3 |
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Training, Employee Relations and Compensation |
3 |
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Total |
15 |
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The college reserves the right to change curricula without notice.
Published: March 2024
Continue Your Education
Credits earned for the human resources certificate count toward COTC’s Associate of Applied Business in Business Management Technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can I complete the human resources certificate?
You can complete the human resources certificate in two semesters.
Can I take classes online or face-to-face?
You can choose to complete the human resources certificate entirely online or on campus, or you can take a combination of online and face-to-face classes.
What financial assistance is available to help me pay for college?
COTC awards more than $1 million in scholarships to students each year.
Every student is encouraged to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for grants, scholarships and loans. Students who complete the FAFSA are automatically considered for some scholarships. Other scholarships require an application.
See Paying for College for more information, or connect with the Office of Student Financial Services at 740.366.9435 or email NWK-studentfinancialservices@mail.cotc.edu.