Program Description
In-person vs. virtual classroom?
- An in-person class provides the traditional on-site instruction.
- Virtual classroom provides real-time, online instruction. A student is responsible for the technology needed to attend a class virtually.
Professional in Human Resources (PHR)/Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
Instructors: S. Cary, SPHR, MBA, HRM, SHRM-SCP and P. Greufe, SPHR, MBA, CM
Advance your HR career by earning the Professional in Human Resources (PHR®) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) from HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®). This class helps you prepare for the exam. For more information about the exam, go to www.hrci.org
The PHR demonstrates your mastery of the technical and operational aspects of HR management, including U.S. laws and regulations. The PHR is for the HR professional who has experience with program implementation, has a tactical/logistical orientation, is accountable to another HR professional within the organization, and has responsibilities that focus on the HR department rather than the whole organization.
Am I eligible to take the PHR Exam?
To be eligible for the PHR, you must meet one of the following conditions for education and experience:
- Have at least one year of experience in a professional-level HR position + a master’s degree or higher.
- Have at least two years of experience in a professional- level HR position + a bachelor’s degree.
- Have at least four years of experience in a professional- level HR position + a high school diploma.
The SPHR demonstrates your mastery of the strategic and policy-making aspects of HR management as practiced in the United States. The credential is designed for big-picture thinkers responsible for planning rather than implementing HR policy. Organizations seek out SPHR professionals for their proven accountability for HR department goals, for depth of knowledge in all HR disciplines, and for understanding business issues beyond the HR function.
Am I eligible to take the SPHR exam?
To be eligible for the SPHR, you must meet one of the following conditions for education and experience:
- Have at least four years of experience in a professional- level HR position + a master’s degree or higher.
- Have at least five years of experience in a professional-level HR position + a bachelor’s degree.
- Have at least seven years of experience in a professional-level HR position + a high school diploma.
The HRCP materials are included in the cost of the course.
Last day to register: Sept 24
10 Thursdays Oct. 1 – Dec. 10 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Bldg. 2 – Rm. 115 Tuition Fee $795
In-person CRN 81008 Virtual classroom CRN 81009
(No class Nov. 26 / Dec. 3 and Dec. 10 are virtual classes)
Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR)
Instructor: L. Bassow, SHRM-SCP
The Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI®) offers the Associate Professional in Human Resources certification (aPHR®), the first HR certification designed for professionals who are just beginning their HR career journey. Earning your aPHR credential will allow you to prove your knowledge of the fundamentals of Human Resources and show potential to current employers you have a great foundational knowledge upon which to launch a HR career.
Who is eligible to take the aPHR?
You are eligible if you are interested in pursuing a career in HR management and have a high school diploma or equivalent. This is the perfect program for professionals looking to advance a current career, recent college graduates, members of the armed services who want to make the transition to a civilian profession, and other individuals seeking a career transition into the HR field.
This class helps prepare you for the aPHR exam. For more information about the exam, go to www.hrci.org Materials are included in the cost of the course.
Last day to register: Sept 29
8 Tuesdays Oct. 6 – Dec. 1 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Bldg. 1 – Rm. 411 Tuition Fee $495
In-person CRN 81010 Virtual classroom CRN 81011
(No class Nov. 3) (Oct. 13, Oct. 27, Nov. 10, and Nov. 24 classes will meet from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. / Dec. 1 is a virtual class)
Quality/Process Improvement
https://www.bhc.edu/program/qualityprocess-improvement/
The American Society for Quality (ASQ) offers exams for individuals who are passionate about improvement and are interested in advancing their career to the next level of excellence. The organization offers close to 20 certifications.
Go to http://asq.org/cert/control/right-for-you for more information and eligibility requirements. The following are opportunities to prepare for these certifications:
In-person vs. virtual classroom?
- An in-person class provides the traditional on-site instruction.
- Virtual classroom provides real-time, online instruction. A student is responsible for the technology needed to attend a class virtually.
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
Instructor: D. Schultz, CQA, CQE
Why become a Certified Quality Engineer? As a CQE, you will have achieved a recognized mastery in the quality discipline. The CQE is a professional who understands the principles of product and service quality evaluation and control. Learn quality management and leadership, develop the quality management system (QMS), design of products, processes and services, learn critical skills required to implement effective product and process control, master the quantitative tools and techniques that drive continuous improvement, understand the ways to summarize data, and be fluent in risk management.
The materials are included in the cost of the course.
Note: Completion of a course on statistics prior to this class would be beneficial but is not required. CEU 3.6
Last day to register: Sept 21
12 Mondays Sept. 28 – Dec. 21 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Bldg. 1 – Rm. 411 Tuition Fee $695
In-person CRN 81012 Virtual classroom CRN 81013
(No class Oct. 12 / Nov 30, Dec 7, 14 and 21 are virtual classes)
