Merrimack College in North Andover, Massachusetts offers a certificate of human resources management in conjunction with the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM). The 33-hour program is designed for HR professionals looking to advance in the field, experienced business managers interested in gaining an understanding of human resources, and other mid-level professionals considering a change in career. Courses in the certificate program are divided into six modules covering the topics of strategic management, workforce planning and enforcement, human resources development, total rewards, employee and labor relations, and risk management.
Merrimack College
315 Turnpike St.
North Andover, MA 01810
978-837-5000
Merrimack.edu
The Northeast Human Resources Association is an organization comprised of health care professionals in the Northeast region of the United States. The association offers human resources basics courses, online courses and professional certification designations. The HR basics certificate program is designed to provide individuals with a basic understanding of the elements that go into a career in human resources, including employment law, compensation and benefits, performance evaluation and management, hiring and interviewing techniques, and employee negotiation skills.
Northeast Human Resources Association
303 Wyman St.
Waltham, MA 02451
781-235-2900
nehra.com
Suffolk University is a four-year school located in the Boston metropolitan area. The university offers a graduate certificate in human resources program within its College of Arts & Sciences. The program is designed to allow human resources career professionals to enhance their knowledge and competence in the areas of staffing, training, human resources administration, compensation, performance evaluation, employee benefits, labor relations and more. Course credits from the graduate certificate program in human relations at Suffolk University can also be applied toward master’s degree programs in human resources or adult and organizational learning available at the school.
Suffolk University
Beacon Hill
Boston, MA 02114
617-994-6455
Suffolk.edu