DURATION

Online Self-paced

study 4 hours/week to finish in 10 weeks

ACCESS

Lifetime

we're always adding new lessons

CONTENTS:

Capstone Project

50+ lessons + assignments + quizzes

HR University is recognized by the Society for Human Resource Management to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CPSMor SHRM-SCPSM.

Why You Should Become a Certified HR Generalist

Early in your career, you can waste months trying to learn skills to break into an HR Generalist role. Despite all of these efforts, you’ll remain lost because:

  • You lack a formal background in human resources.
  • You realize the courses and boot camps offered in the industry are either too jargon-filled or lacked sufficient depth.
  • You don’t have insider tips or the right resources on how to stand out as a candidate in HR generalist interviews.

To become a better HR Generalist professional, we went down the rabbit hole to understand what it takes to build successful organizational culture from the inside out. We interviewed thought leaders within the industry. We learned the behaviors and habits of successful HR professionals and drew from our experience as HR Generalists. Empowered with this knowledge, we’ve helped many receive job interviews at top-tier companies and startups.

We created the HR Generalist Certification Course so that no one else had to go through the painful experience that we did to become more experienced and land our first HR Generalist role.

The HR Generalist Certification Course was created for aspiring HR Generalists or people who want to improve their human resources skills. In this course, we teach the fundamentals of human resources, how to create a great organizational culture, answer HR interview questions, and stand out in the recruiting process to land a human resources job.

What You’ll Get From This Course

Over 50+ lectures, 5+ downloadable HR templates, and exclusive interviews (more added over time) with human resources professionals in the industry.

Learn key fundamentals of being an HR professional, how to dominate human resources interviews, and how to stand out as a better candidate to land the job. We also include

  • Exclusive interviews with current human resources professionals from companies on breaking into HR management, popular questions they like to ask candidates during interviews, and their recommendations on standing out in the recruiting process.
  • Access to downloadable templates used by actual HR professionals on the job.
  • Learn how to answer the most popular HR Generalist interview questions to stand out as an HR professional candidate.
  • Earn a certificate of completion upon finishing the course.

Bonus Content:

  • We are 100% committed to adding more BONUS course content and interviews with HR leaders over time (we love human resources and highly enjoy adding content!) and you’ll get FREE LIFETIME ACCESS to all future content!

“I have thoroughly enjoyed this course, I learned a lot and it inspired me to create new processes that my HR team currently doesn’t have in place.”

Julie Gomez, HR Business Partner


“I thought this course was awesome! You provided such insightful information and I am so thankful for you/your team. You gave me all the basic information to obtain the title of an HR Generalist.”

Brett Cox, HR Administrative Assistant


“The course [HR Generalist Certification] is very informative and easy to understand, provides a great foundational understanding to HR generalist basics, and great instructor.”

Shelby Peris, Technical Sourcer


“I’ve completed the course and I now have a better handle on the basics of Human Resources. This course cemented my decision to pursue HR as a career because it outlined the ideals that are important to me, such as empathy, supporting one’s team, and building connections.”

Jessica Poynter, HR Generalist

 

 

 

Your Instructor

Laia is an HR consultant and HR Recruiter at Kaino. Previously, she was an HR Generalist at Epson Europe B.V.. She also worked as an HR Officer at My Sheet Music Transcriptions. She has a degree in human resources and a degree in recruitment. You can find her on LinkedIn here.

Josh is the founder of HR University. He has worked as a leadership and HR consultant. He’s written HR advice for many of Glassdoor’s top CEOs. He’s also a partner with HR technology companies including BambooHR, Zenefits, and Gusto. He’s managed global teams across Spain, Pakistan, Brazil, India, and the United States.

HR Generalist Certification Course

Single - Human Resources Generalist Certification
Fast-track your career by becoming a Certified HR Generalist
$199
1 Certificate Program
GET ACCESS
  • 1 Certificate Program
  • Exclusive content
  • Community & (live) events
  • 30-day money-back guarantee
Best Investment
SALE
Full Access
Become a continuous learner and stay up-to-date with in-demand HR skills
$1898
$499
6 Certificate Programs
GET FULL ACCESS
  • 6 Certificate Programs
  • Exclusive content
  • Community & (live) events
  • 30-day money-back guarantee
  • Competency assessments with quizzes and tests
Certified HR Generalist

Earn Your Certification

Each certification is hosted on HR University's website ensuring its authenticity with hiring managers.

Curriculum

 

 

 

This course has no prerequisites and you do not need a human resources background

  • You should NOT take this course if:
  • You are already experienced human resources professional with 3+ years of experience
  • You aren’t willing to spend 30 minutes to 1 hour every day for only 1 week to complete course content 
  • You SHOULD take this course if:
  • You are curious about human resources and want to learn more about the role and responsibilities
  • You have no prior experience and you want to transition into a HR Generalist role
  • You are trying to determine if the HR Generalist role is right for you
  • You are beginning your career in HR or are making a career change

 

 

 

HR Generalist Certification Course

HR Generalist Certification
Fast-track your career by becoming a Certified HR Generalist
$199
1 Certificate Program
GET ACCESS
  • 1 Certificate Program
  • Exclusive content
  • Community & (live) events
  • 30-day money-back guarantee
Best Investment
SALE
Full Access
Become a continuous learner and stay up-to-date with in-demand HR skills
$1898
499
6 Certificate Programs
GET FULL ACCESS
  • 6 Certificate Programs
  • Exclusive content
  • Community & (live) events
  • 30-day money-back guarantee
  • Competency assessments with quizzes and tests

Testimonials

julie gomez
Julie Gomez
HR Generalist Certification
"I have thoroughly enjoyed this course, I learned a lot and it inspired me to create new processes that my HR team currently doesn’t have in place."
Elizabeth Gorski
HR Generalist Certification
"What an amazing course! I am currently developing my skillset as I transition into HR. I learned so much from these videos and feel much more confident."
brett cox
Brett Cox
HR Generalist Certification
"I thought this course was awesome! You provided such insightful information and I am so thankful for you/your team. You gave me all the basic information to obtain the title of an HR Generalist."
shelby perris
Shelby Peris
HR Generalist Certification
"The course [HR Generalist Certification] is very informative and easy to understand, provides a great foundational understanding to HR generalist basics, and great instructor."

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What the Course Looks Like

Frequently Asked Questions

+ - What is a Certified HR Generalist?

A certified HR generalist is an HR professional who demonstrates expertise in HR generalist-related functions. Such functions include a comprehensive understanding of best HR practices, talent recruitment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, training, and compliance.

 

 

+ - When does the course start and finish?

This course is intentionally structured so it can be completed over the course of just a couple of weeks. It is a completely self-paced online course – you decide when you start and when you finish, but we highly encourage you to complete at least a few lessons a day.

 

 

+ - How long do I have access to the course?

How does lifetime access sound? As mentioned before, we are 100% committed to adding even more bonus content (we love all things human resources and enjoy adding content) as well as bonus interviews with awesome HR leaders. After enrolling, you will have FREE LIFETIME ACCESS to all of it for as long as you like – across any and all devices you own.

 

 

+ - What if I am unhappy with the course?

We would never want you to be unhappy. If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

 

 

+ - How much does an HR Generalist make in a year?

According to Payscale.com, the average yearly salary of an HR Generalist in the US is $53,330. Individual numbers can be higher or lower, depending on a number of factors such as the candidate’s previous experience, qualifications, and employer standards.

 

 

+ - What is the HR Generalist Certification?

The HR Generalist is a fundamental human resources training course that provides an HR certificate at the conclusion of the course. The program coursework consists of lectures, interviews, written content, and other instructional content that aims to build solid human resources found in a candidate. Certified HR Generalists can take the knowledge they gain from the course and become more effective and successful HR professionals.

 

 

+ - Who is the HR Generalist Course meant for?

The HR Generalist Course is ideal for anyone looking to gain some fundamental knowledge of HR management in a practical setting. The course will benefit everyone, from new professionals to HR to seasoned HR veterans looking for some new knowledge and unique insights about modern HR.

 

 

+ - How can I show my proof of completion upon finishing the course?

Upon completing the HR Generalist Certification Course, you will receive a digital badge and an e-certificate. You can download both e-documents and showcase them on your website, or share them with colleagues, managers, and, in case you’re in a recruiting position, new HR candidates.

 

 

+ - How can employers and managers verify my certification status?

There are two ways you can confirm your certification status. The first is with the e-certificate and digital badge that you will receive upon completion of the course, and the second is via the certification portal. Each online certificate comes with a verification link that redirects to HR University, where managers and/or potential employers can verify your certification status.

 

 

+ - How do you become an HR Generalist?

You can pursue professional certifications that may help you get your foot in the door, like those for compensation and benefits administration or hr generalists. You can research what types of jobs suit your personality and skillset best, make sure you’ve done industry research, create a resume that highlights all the skills you have, build up an online portfolio to show off your work, and tailor your hr generalist cover letter specifically to applied positions.

 

 

+ - Can you become an HR Generalist without a degree?

Yes, you can become an HR generalist without a degree. There are many ways to develop the skills that an HR generalist needs in order to be successful at their job, and some of these training programs provide certifications like the HR Generalist Certification course by HR University.

 

 

+ - Is an HR generalist certificate worth it?

Yes, obtaining an HR generalist certificate is excellent for individuals seeking essential knowledge and skills. A proper HR generalist course provides a critical understanding of HR functions such as recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance. Furthermore, obtaining an HR generalist certificate offers better job opportunities and networking capabilities.

 

 

+ - What is the training of a new HR generalist?

The new HR generalist training involves on-the-job learning, formal training programs, and professional development. HR generalists often receive guidance and mentorship from HR professionals inside an organization. Training includes recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, performance management, and HR compliance.

 

 

+ - What certification should HR have?

Required HR certifications depend on your current knowledge and career goals. If you’re only starting your career, choose a course that provides essential HR knowledge and skills. Suppose you want to specialize as an HR generalist. In that case, the better choice is a more specific course, such as the HR Generalist course (CHRG) by HR University, since it provides the knowledge necessary to strive as a generalist.

 

 

+ - Which HR certification pays most?

While there isn’t an objective answer to which HR certification pays the most, specific certifications are associated with high-earning possibilities. Such certifications correlate with advanced HR positions such as senior HR managers and other senior professionals. To obtain such certificates, you need existing HR knowledge and experience since getting such HR certificates isn’t easy.

 

 

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