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About the Program
The Human Resource Management Certificate Program teaches the skills and knowledge required to successfully manage the human resources in today’s complex business environment. The program combines technical knowledge with skillbuilding in the following areas:- Management Practices
- Managing a Diverse Workforce
- The Legal Context
- Selection and Placement
- Training and Development
- Compensation
- Benefits Administration
- Conflict and Dispute Resolution
- Employee and Labor Relations
- Employee Development
- Health, Safety and Security
Who Should Attend
- Seasoned professionals who desire a systematic and comprehensive review of Human Resource Management
- Professionals whose primary training in Human Resource Management has been on-the-job training
- Early careerists who aspire to work in the Human Resource Management field
- Managers who need current, specialized knowledge
- Small business persons who do not have in-house professional Human Resource Management expertise Certificate of Completion
In order to be awarded the Certificate of Completion students must successfully complete all nine modules (36 hours) of instruction. Attendance at all sessions is required. Sessions may not be taken separately.
Preparation for Professional Examination
This program may be used to prepare professionals for the Professional in Human Resources Certificate (PHR) and the Senior Professional in Human Resources Certificate (SPHR) offered by the Human Resource Certification Institute, an affiliate of the Society of Human Resource Management. Course fees do not include the examination. For information on the exam contact HRCI at 703/548-3440 or visit the Web site at http://shrm.org/docs/HRCI.htmlSchedule & Location
Courses are scheduled on Tuesday evenings, 7-10pm, on the Sonoma State University campus.Sponsors
The program is sponsored jointly by the Department of Business Administration and Extended Education at Sonoma State University. It is endorsed by the Personnel Association of Sonoma County (PASCO).Faculty Coordinator
Duane Dove, Ph.D., is a professor in the Business Administration Department at SSU.
Enrollment is limited. No registration accepted at class
Faculty
Duane Dove, Ph.D., Senior Professional in Human Resources, has broad training in human resources as an organizational psychologist. His work at General Electric, Ford Motor, Westinghouse and other smaller organizations has given him considerable experience in human resources issues within businesses and government agencies. He also has experience as a manager in a union setting. His special interests relate to equal employment opportunity and strategic human resource management.
Sarah Dove, M.I.M., has worked in human resource management offices in the food and agribusiness industries in America and the hitech industry of Japan. She specializes in training in the areas of cross-cultural communication and managing workplace cultural diversity. Currently, she consults in this field and teaches in the School of Business and Economics at SSU.
Elizabeth Thach, Ph.D., is a management professor specializing in Human Resource Development, Organizational Behavior, Wine Business Strategies and International Business. She has more than 12 years of corporate experience in management and executive positions with Compaq, Amoco, Texas Instruments and AT&T Broadband. She has worked in more than 15 countries and has taught thousands of employees worldwide.
Testimonials
What they say about the program....
"I was recently invited to join the faculty of
the Human Resource Certificate Program at
Sonoma State. I have been very impressed
with the quality of the other faculty, the
students in the program, and the materials
used for instruction. I highly recommend the
program if you want a high quality program
with interactive instruction and a transfer of
skills that can be applied to the workplace
immediately."
--Laura Werden SPHR Director, Human Resources
Rheodyne LLC - A unit of IDEX Corporation
President, Sonoma Chapter NCHRA
"The SSU Human Resource Certificate
Program was great. Having HR specialists
serve as instructors for each of the content
areas was so much more valuable than
having only one instructor for the entire
program. I was also pleasantly surprised by
the fact that job referrals were made to
participants. I am really enjoying the new job
as a Recruiter-Employment Coordinator at
WorkRite Ergonomics Inc. I accepted as a
result of a referral".
--Liz Sinna Employment Coordinator
"We are thrilled to have established a
relationship with the Sonoma State Human
Resource Certificate Program. The Program is
a valuable resource for us when we are
looking for candidates with HR knowledge
and experience. We have had great success
in placing program participants."
--Michele Guzman Adecco Employment Services
"The SSU Certificate Program was very
valuable for me. In addition to a high quality
experience in the classes, networking has
had unexpected benefits. We were so
impressed with some of the instructors that
we have established consulting relationships
with them. The HR Certificate faculty
continues to be a resource for us in solving
difficult HR problems."
--Geraldine Flatt
Gloria Ferrer, Human Resource Director and
President, Personnel Association of Sonoma
County
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the certificate program relate to employment in human resource profession?The program is designed for people working in the field who desire a comprehensive review and update of information to remain current in the field, as well as for those interested in moving into the field from other occupations. The course also benefits small business owners and managers looking for current, specialized knowledge.
How does the program prepare me to move up in my profession if I am already a human resource manager?
The course covers topics included in the exam given by the Human Resource Certification Institute, a nationally recognized professional organization. Successful completion of the exam results in national certification from the Institute. The exam itself is not part of the certificate program.
Do I need to make formal application to the program?
No application is necessary; just register before the semester begins. The program fills quickly, so early registration is advised.
Who teaches in the program?
Faculty are drawn from practicing human resource professionals from the community as well as faculty from the SSU Business Administration Department. Each program topic is taught by an individual with expertise in that specific area, providing the most current information in the field.
How do I obtain my certificate?
At the end of the semester, after it has been confirmed that you attended each of the 12 sessions, the School of Extended Education sends you your certificate of completion.
How long does it take to complete the program?
The program is completed after one semester attending one evening per week for 12 weeks
Student Resources
Financial Aid
The Education Resources Institute Inc. (TERI) offers student loans for certificate program students who meet certain requirements. Applications are available in Extended Education, 707/664-2394.Resources and Links
Human Resource Certification InstituteSociety for Human Resource Management
National American Society for Training Development (ASTD)
North Bay Chapter, P.O. Box 9330, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, 707/547-9005
Personnel Association of Sonoma County (PASCO)
P.O. Box 11112
Santa Rosa, CA 95406
Phone/Fax: (707) 566-7718
web site: www.pasco-online.org
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