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Certificate of Proficiency Human Resource Management

Certificate of Proficiency
Peirce College

The Certificate of Proficiency in Human Resource Management prepares students with the knowledge of�basic human resource management and will benefit those transitioning careers, striving for promotion, or seeking an introduction to Human Resources.� Students will gain foundational human resource knowledge in employment law, training and development, compensation, hiring and staffing, and organizational structure.

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to: Assess core human resource management policies, procedures, and processes. Evaluate statutory and legal requirements when administering human resource management policies and procedures. Demonstrate competency in core human resource and organizational behavior concepts.


Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Certificate of Proficiency Human Resource Management
19
Cert in Hum Res Mgt
19
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
Cert in Hum Res Mgt Requirements
19
PRC100/PRC101
3
Earn 3 credits: Complete the following
Earn 3 credits: Use the following rules
Complete the following
Use the following rules
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
OR
Complete courses from the following Course:
Hum Res Mgt
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Managing Employment Law
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Training Develop/Design
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Human Capital Mgt
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Total Rewards
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Orgs and People
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Web Page
External Link
Delivery Mode
In-Person
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Delivery Mode
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Peirce College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School
Credit for Prior Learning Yes. Students can earn credit for college-level knowledge acquired outside the classroom, including professional and military training, credit-by-exam, professional certifications and licenses, as well as college courses.
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Peirce College
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
External Link
Transfer Admission Application
External Link
Transfer Student Aid
External Link
Number of Transfer Students
268
Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
100% of transfer students werre accepted as we are an open admission school.
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Peirce College understands the needs of adults better than any other college or university in Philadelphia. Our advisors, counselors and faculty take the time to know you and understand your unique needs and goals so we can help you finish your degree, advance your career and transform your life.
Transfer Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
25-1011.00Business Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
11-3111.00Compensation and Benefits ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization.Management Occupations
13-1141.00Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis SpecialistsConduct programs of compensation and benefits and job analysis for employer. May specialize in specific areas, such as position classification and pension programs.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1041.00Compliance OfficersExamine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1041.06CoronersDirect activities such as autopsies, pathological and toxicological analyses, and inquests relating to the investigation of deaths occurring within a legal jurisdiction to determine cause of death or to fix responsibility for accidental, violent, or unexplained deaths.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1041.08Customs BrokersPrepare customs documentation and ensure that shipments meet all applicable laws to facilitate the import and export of goods. Determine and track duties and taxes payable and process payments on behalf of client. Sign documents under a power of attorney. Represent clients in meetings with customs officials and apply for duty refunds and tariff reclassifications. Coordinate transportation and storage of imported goods.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1041.01Environmental Compliance InspectorsInspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1041.03Equal Opportunity Representatives and OfficersMonitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1041.04Government Property Inspectors and InvestigatorsInvestigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
43-4161.00Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and TimekeepingCompile and keep personnel records. Record data for each employee, such as address, weekly earnings, absences, amount of sales or production, supervisory reports, and date of and reason for termination. May prepare reports for employment records, file employment records, or search employee files and furnish information to authorized persons.Office and Administrative Support Occupations
11-3121.00Human Resources ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.Management Occupations
13-1071.00Human Resources SpecialistsRecruit, screen, interview, or place individuals within an organization. May perform other activities in multiple human resources areas.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1075.00Labor Relations SpecialistsResolve disputes between workers and managers, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, or coordinate grievance procedures to handle employee complaints.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1041.07Regulatory Affairs SpecialistsCoordinate and document internal regulatory processes, such as internal audits, inspections, license renewals, or registrations. May compile and prepare materials for submission to regulatory agencies.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
11-3131.00Training and Development ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.Management Occupations
13-1151.00Training and Development SpecialistsDesign or conduct work-related training and development programs to improve individual skills or organizational performance. May analyze organizational training needs or evaluate training effectiveness.Business and Financial Operations Occupations