Human Resource Management Specialist Certificate (HRM1)
The Human Resource Management Specialist Certificate program prepares individuals to perform human resource functions in the HR department in most companies. Learning opportunities will introduce, develop and reinforce students’ knowledge, skills and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention and advancement in management. Graduates will receive a Human Resource Management Specialist TCC.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Human Resource Management Specialist Certificate program obtain skills necessary for entry-level human resource positions as a human resource specialist, administrative specialist, training and development specialist, benefits coordinator, or human resource generalist. Small and large businesses, healthcare organizations, government agencies, and education are examples of areas that need the expertise of a human resource management specialist.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
36 |
30 |
23 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
218 |
222 |
223 |
NA |
| Compass |
70 |
32 |
26 |
NA |
| SAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| SAT |
270 |
280 |
310 |
NA |
| ACT |
14 |
13 |
14 |
NA |
| ASSET |
37 |
38 |
32 |
NA |
| PSAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| GED |
NA |
145 |
145 |
NA |
| TABE |
461 |
NA |
442 |
NA |
Human Resource Management Specialist Certificate Curriculum
The curriculum for the Human Resource Management Specialist Certificate program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program any semester. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 18 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 270 contact hours and generally takes 2 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (18 Credits)
Select one (3 Credits)
Guided Elective (3 Credits)
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $1,800
Fees ($370 per semester): $740
Books/Supplies: $500
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)