Human Resources Manager (Entry Level)

Program Description

Human Resources (HR) Managers often serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts, and helping resolve work-related problems. They frequently advise managers on organizational policy matters such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment and recommend needed changes. HR Managers also perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, firing employees, and administering disciplinary procedures. They generally plan, organize, direct, control, or coordinate the personnel training or labor relations activities of an organization.

This program features courses that will provide fundamental knowledge of the human resources field and prepare students for the Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR^TM) Certification exam.

Students entering this program should have good planning and organizational skills, strong oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and good problem-solving skills.

Careers in this field are available in a broad range of privately held companies, government agencies, and non-profit organizations.  Additional career information may be found in Career Coach: https://ccbcmd.emsicc.com/.​

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this Continuing Education Workforce Certificate, students will be able to:

1. prepare to sit for the aPHR® and PHR® credentialing exam,

2. function more effectively in an entry-level human resources management role,

3. prepare to gain entry-level employment in a human resources role, and

4. research and identify several opportunities for continued professional development after credential attainment.

CCBC Pathway

Business Pathway - Pathways are designed to help you meet your academic and career goals by aligning related courses and programs.  Pathway students participate in a variety of activities that help explore career opportunities in their field of study.  You can meet with a CCBC advisor who help align — or realign — your educational plan with the Pathway that best supports you and your goals.

Program Credentials

CCBC Credential: Students will be awarded a Continuing Education Workforce Training Certificate and have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript). 

External Credential: Students will be prepared to sit for the certification exam for Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR).
 

Certifying Organization: HR Certification Institute (HRCI), www.hrci.org​

Financial Aid and Payment Options

We offer financial aid by packaging public and private funding options to those who qualify, in select Continuing Education courses and programs. Additional opportunities for financial support include partial payment options through Nelnet Business Solutions and tuition waivers for those who qualify. Resources outside of CCBC may also be available through employer/sponsor paid tuition, the Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS), and your local office of workforce development.

Some CE Workforce Development Certificate Programs are eligible for early high school funding through Maryland Blueprint for qualifying BCPS high school students.  Please check with your School Counseling Office to determine your eligibility for the BCPS Tuition Benefit Program. 

Length of Training

​5 months

Courses start in June, September, and January (February)​

Program Requirements

High School Diploma or GED recommended.

Application Process

To apply, go to www.ccbcmd.edu/apply and complete the CCBC Continuing Education Workforce Certificate program application.  An email will then be sent with program information and any additional requirements necessary to apply for the program.

Open Entry – No screening or documentation required.

Prior Learning Assessment

This program has no options for obtaining course waiver(s) for prior learning.

Program Course Sequence

Additional Information

Additional Expenses:
aPHR Exam Cost: Go to HR Certification Institute (HRCI), www.hrci.org

Career Coach

Research your career interests, explore live job postings, take a career assessment, discover which companies in the Baltimore region are hiring, and more.  View a brief tutorial video on how to use Career Coach at https://youtu.be/C7KpznbPYfA.  Explore career and training opportunities at https://ccbcmd.emsicc.com/.

Program Contact Information

Coordinator: Julie Woo | jwoo@ccbcmd.edu | 443-840-4302 | Owings Mills 305D

Administrative Assistant: Sarah Moore| smoore3@ccbcmd.edu | 443-840-1632 | Essex BESS 116