SDSU's Human Resource Certificate Program Helps Build Careers in Growing Industry

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 15.5 percent employment growth in the human resources field from 2012 to 2022, which is faster than the average for all occupations. It equates to 35,400 new jobs for HR training specialists during that time, according to U.S. News & World Report.

To prepare students for employment in this growing field, San Diego State University’s College of Extended Studies offers a Professional Certificate in Human Resource Management. The first course in the program, Introduction to Human Resources, starts Sept. 21.

The need for HR professionals is further illustrated by the fact that every company – no matter how small or large – must provide human resources functions. Many of those functions have been streamlined, creating a need for professionals who can hire, train, manage, retain, and develop the workforce.

“Not one class goes by that I don’t come into our office and check a manual or policy to see if we can do it better,” said student Kelli Dole, executive assistant to the president & CEO at Awarepoint.

Whether a student is new to HR or an accomplished professional, the HR certificate program through SDSU’s College of Extended Studies helps them advance their career by acquiring new necessary skills. Students can complete all eight courses in the program to earn a certificate, or only take the courses they need.

“I love teaching and developing people to help them in their careers and to be amazing leaders,” said instructor Dari DeSousa, senior work environment manager for Marriott International.

For more information, visit neverstoplearning.net/hr, email lhoward@mail.sdsu.edu, or call (619) 594-2193.