The Human Resources (HR) Certificate program helps you build practical skills and a strong understanding of today’s HR field across any industry. You’ll explore how HR connects to organizational strategy and get hands-on experience in areas like talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, learning and development, change management, health and safety, labour relations, and employment law.

The program also looks ahead, with a focus on current issues shaping the future of work, including the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in HR, inclusive practices, and building healthier workplace cultures. You'll graduate ready to support organizations and teams in meaningful, effective ways.

Transfer your certificate to a diploma

Graduates can further their human resources education by transferring into the Business Administration Diploma Resources major, an accredited program with CPHR Alberta.

‍Time Commitment

This is a one-year (2 terms) certificate program comprised of 10 courses. A standard course load is 5 courses per term. Students can maintain full-time status with at least 3 courses. Taking less than 5 courses per term will take longer to complete the program.

Possible career opportunities after graduation:

• Human Resources Administrator
• Learning & Training Administrator
• Human Resources Coordinator
• Recruitment Coordinator
• Talent Acquisition Adminsitrator
• Health & Safety Administrator

All classes are available in-person, online, and blended. Delivery options are based on student enrollment and subject to change.

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Requirement:

Apply what you’ve learned in the classroom to areal-world HR environment through a Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunity. You’ll build practical skills, make professional connections, and gain valuable experience that prepares you for a strong start in your HR career. Completion of WIL is a required part of the program before graduation.