UPDATE
Introducing: Penn Foster’s Human Resources Undergraduate Certificate Program
While Ashworth College is no longer accepting enrollments in our Human Resource Management Program, we’re excited to introduce you to our partner school, Penn Foster.
Improve your HR skills or prepare for a human resources degree program by enrolling in our Human Resources Undergraduate Certificate Program.
LEARN MORETake the Next Steps Towards a Career You Want
Penn Foster’s online Human Resources Undergraduate Certificate Program can help you prepare to take the first steps toward the job you want. With flexible, online courses, you can learn skills and knowledge on your schedule, from home.
Why Penn Foster?
Penn Foster has been on a mission to help people like you launch, accelerate, and thrive in their careers for more than 130 years. We provide students with a quality education that fits their busy lifestyle and budget, offering over 100 self-paced, career-relevant programs across our College, Career School, and High School. The program you choose is structured to fit your learning needs so you can achieve your goals, and is designed to work with your schedule, anytime, anywhere you want to study. With a focus on relevant skills and career preparation for the job you’re after, Penn Foster can help you graduate with confidence and help provide a pathway towards your career goals.
ACADEMIC
SUPPORT
Learning online doesn’t mean learning alone. An instructor is just an email away!
COMPETITIVE
TUITION
HR training online doesn’t have to be expensive. We offer payment plan options that can fit your budget.
FLEXIBLE
LEARNING
Learn at your own pace, study, and take assessments online.
What You'll Learn in Penn Foster’s Human Resource Management Undergraduate Certificate
- How to understand and apply the factors that are considered regarding how employees are paid, including legal requirements, performance-based pay, commissions, salaries, and benefits.
- How to write professional for business, including memos, emails, reports, and proposals.
- How to develop, evaluate, and implement effective training strategies.
- How to make effective decisions as a manager and a leader.
Penn Foster’s Online Human Resources Undergraduate Certificate Curriculum
In our Undergraduate Certificate in Human Resources Program, you'll cover fundamental human resources skills while earning 22 college credits. Your online classes include:
- Human Resources Management
- Business and Technical Writing
- Training Concepts
- Labor Relations
Human Resources Undergraduate Program FAQs
The length of time it takes to earn a certificate in HR can vary by school and by student. However, with Penn Foster's online Human Resources Undergraduate Certificate, classes are self-paced, meaning you can study when you want.
An undergraduate certificate is generally a shorter, focused set of college courses geared toward students who are looking to supplement their current education and skills, or learn industry-specific skills. Students still take college-level classes and earn college credit, without completing a full degree program. An undergraduate certificate can also act as a stepping stone toward furthering your education with an associate degree. An associate degree is a four-semester, two-year degree program that combines general education coursework with subject-specific classes. Students earn a full associate degree after successfully completing the program, which can be better suited to students who do not have relevant work experience or education in a specific role.
Students who successfully complete the online HR certificate can potentially carry these courses over into Penn Foster's Associate Degree in Human Resources Management Program. Upon enrolling in the degree program, students will have their credits from the undergraduate certificate evaluated and transferred over. It's important to note that not all classes may transfer over depending on a variety of factors including grades, class content, and how long ago you completed the certificate.
An undergraduate certificate in any subject teaches college-level material so in order to enroll in the program, students should have a minimum education level of a high school diploma or equivalent. You'll be required to fill out a high school completion form, located in your Student Portal, to verify your level of education.
State requirements
A career in this field may require you to meet certain licensing, training, and other requirements that can vary by vocation and state. You should check with your state, local government, and/or licensing board to find out which requirements may be applicable in your state. Click here for contact information on state licensing/regulatory boards and certain professional licensing information.