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      HRCI

      HRCI Human Resource Associate

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Acquisition, Training and Development, Compensation and Benefits, Training Programs, Recruitment, Employee Training, Full Cycle Recruitment, Job Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Compensation Management, Performance Appraisal, Job Evaluation, Developing Training Materials, Compensation Strategy, Performance Management, Human Resource Policies, Employee Relations, Occupational Safety And Health, Business Continuity Planning, Risk Management

      Build toward a degree

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Review, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Constructive Feedback, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Employee Onboarding, Recruitment, Employee Performance Management, Recruitment Strategies, Human Capital, Compensation Analysis, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Management and Planning, People Management, Job Analysis

      4.8
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Strategic HRM: Talent, Performance, Compensation Design

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Compensation Strategy, Talent Management, Compensation Management, Performance Management, Organizational Development, Employee Engagement, Workforce Development, Talent Acquisition, Employee Retention

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      HRCI

      Talent Acquisition

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, Full Cycle Recruitment, Job Analysis, Recruitment Strategies, Employee Onboarding, Negotiation, Employee Retention, Talent Sourcing, Talent Management, Human Resources, Interviewing Skills, Forecasting, Labor Law

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist

      Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Processing, Payroll Systems, Payroll Tax, Payroll Reporting, Payroll Administration, Compensation Strategy, Tax Management, Data Entry, Employee Onboarding, Labor Compliance, Labor Law, Compensation Management, Compensation and Benefits, Non-Profit Accounting, Workforce Development, Tax Compliance, Human Resources, Benefits Administration, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      496 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI HR Professional

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Productivity, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Human Resources, Management Training And Development, Employee Performance Management, Performance Review, Professional Development, Policy Development, New Hire Orientations, Communication, Communication Planning, Human Development, Recruitment, Interviewing Skills, Talent Recruitment, Policy Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI

      Skills you'll gain: HR Tech, People Analytics, Human Resources, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Human Resource Strategy, Training Programs, Training and Development, Workforce Planning, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      216 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      ADP Entry-Level Compensation and Benefits Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Compensation Analysis, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Job Evaluation, Benefits Administration, Data Collection, Compensation and Benefits, Data Visualization, Job Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Management, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Human Resource Policies, Regulatory Compliance, Labor Compliance, Human Resource Strategy, Payroll, Program Management

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      HRCI

      Learning and Development

      Skills you'll gain: Training and Development, Training Programs, Employee Training, Developing Training Materials, Adult Education, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Compliance Training, Instructional Design, Management Training And Development, Workforce Development, On-The-Job Training, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Professional Development, Learning Styles, Return On Investment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      725 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Fundamentals of Management: Leading Teams to Success

      Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Team Leadership, Leadership and Management, Employee Onboarding, Leadership, Team Motivation, Employee Performance Management, Meeting Facilitation, Constructive Feedback, Continuous Improvement Process, Productivity, Coaching, Empathy, Goal Setting, Emotional Intelligence, Planning, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Diversity and Inclusion for HR Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Safety Culture, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Employee Engagement, Innovation, Recruitment, Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      214 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Managing Talent

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Talent Pipelining, People Development, Employee Onboarding, Employee Coaching, Talent Recruitment, Performance Review, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Leadership Development, Recruitment Strategies, Coaching, Performance Measurement, Recruitment, Employee Engagement

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular hr courses

    • HRCI Human Resource Associate: HRCI
    • Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers: University of Minnesota
    • Strategic HRM: Talent, Performance, Compensation Design: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Talent Acquisition: HRCI
    • ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Generative AI HR Professional: Vanderbilt University
    • Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI: Board Infinity
    • ADP Entry-Level Compensation and Benefits Analyst: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Learning and Development: HRCI
    • Fundamentals of Management: Leading Teams to Success: Coursera Instructor Network

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

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    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Hr For Beginners

    Each course featured comes with a detailed description that outlines the skills and topics covered. Choose for a beginner's HR course that matches your learning goals to maximize the benefits of your educational journey.‎

    Most of these courses are designed with HR beginners in mind. If you have some experience, some courses delve into more advanced topics. Be sure to read through the course descriptions to ensure they align with your current skill level. Choose the beginner's course that suits you and start your journey toward mastering the basics of HR!‎

    Most of our beginner's HR courses offer a certificate upon successful completion, enhancing your resume and LinkedIn profile. For confirmation, review the specific details of each course.‎

    Employers increasingly value continuous learning and skill enhancement. Completing a beginner's HR course could enhance job applications or may open other career opportunities. Enrolling in a beginner's HR course is a step forward in your professional journey!‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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