As an HR Generalist you are expected to be an expert in every human resource function including hiring, compensation, payroll, performance management, employment laws (FMLA, ADA, COBRA, etc.) and much more. Through lecture, discussion and activities, this program will help prepare you to effectively serve in an HR Generalist role. Additionally, you will be equipped with tools to assist you as you encounter situations in today's workplace.
Job Outlook:
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts a significantly higher-than-average growth rate for HR jobs at the managerial level between 2019 and 2029. They also report that the median annual wage for human resources managers was $116,720 in May 2019.
Certificate series includes (36 hours):
- Introduction to HR - 3 hours
- Federal and State Employment Laws - 6 hours
- Recruitment and Selection - 6 hours
- Compensation and Benefits - 6 hours
- Employee and Labor Relations- 6 hours
- Training and Development- 3 hours
- Health, Safety and Security- 3 hours
- HR Administration- 3 hours
Courses above may not be listed in the order in which they are offered.
Optional Textbook (highly recommended for those currently working in HR): Human Resource Management, 17th Edition by Valentine, Meglich, Mathis and Jackson; ISBN 13: 9780357899281; or 16th Edition ISBN 13: 9780357033852.
To receive the HR Generalist Certificate, you must attend 80 percent of the entire certificate program (calculated by total number of sessions).
A Zoom link will be sent to your email on file no less than 24 hours before the start of the course. Please check your spam & junk folders or call us at 206 934 5339 for assistance.
This course is offered in partnership with Green River College Continuing Education.
