Professional in HR Certificate Program
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/17/2026
Program Description
The 13 week Professional in Human Resources Certificate Program at DePaul University is a comprehensive, non-credit certificate course designed for HR practitioners seeking to elevate their careers and master the complexities of the U.S. labor landscape.
This program serves a dual purpose: it acts as a high-level technical update for the modern workplace and functions and as a preparation introduction of the information HR professionals need to know that are preparing for the PHR® (Professional in Human Resources) or SPHR® (Senior Professional in Human Resources) certification from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI).
Core Program Objectives
Certification Readiness: The curriculum is strategically aligned with the core competencies tested in the HRCI exams, ensuring you are prepared for the technical nuances of the PHR and SPHR assessments.
Legal & Regulatory Updates: Gain a deep understanding of current United States HR laws, including recent shifts in employment litigation, compliance standards, and federal regulations.
Strategic Mastery: Move beyond administrative tasks. The program focuses on the concepts experienced professionals must master.
Functional Area Key Focus Topics
Business Management Strategic planning, HR's role in organizational ethics, and change management.
Talent Planning & Acquisition EEOC compliance, effective recruitment strategies, and workforce analysis.
Learning & Development Adult learning theory, training evaluation, and career development programs.
Total Rewards Compensation structures, benefits administration, and FLSA compliance.
Employee Engagement Organizational culture, retention, and peformance.
Employee & Labor Relations Dispute resolution, performance management, and maintaining a legal workplace.
HR Information Management, Safety and Security Employee data, HRIS, compliance, and risk.
This program is specifically curated for experienced HR professionals who want to:
Validate their expertise through a nationally recognized university certificate.
Bridge knowledge gaps caused by working in a specialized HR silo.
Stay current with the rapid evolution of U.S. employment law and HR technology.
While this course provides the educational foundation for the PHR/SPHR exams, participants are responsible for meeting HRCIs specific eligibility requirements and registering for the exams independently.
Established in 1996
CIP: 52-1099 Human Resources Management and Services, Other.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Local Information
| What portion of the total program cost (question 11), is for books and fees? | 500 |
| Pell Costs for Full-time Students Living with Parents with dependent care | 10170 |
| Pell Costs for less than half-time Students Living with Parents with dependent care | 864 |
| Pell Costs for Full-time Students Living with Parents without dependent care | 9170 |
| Pell Costs for less than half-time Students Living with Parents without dependent care | 864 |
| Pell Costs for full-time Independent with dependent care | 10170 |
| Pell Costs for less than half-time Independent with dependent care | 864 |
| Pell Costs for full-time Independent without dependent care | 10170 |
| Pell Costs for less than half-time Independent without dependent care | 864 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 31303 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 31521 |
Provider Information
DePaul University
Program Contact Info
CDM-Institute for Professional Development
243 S. Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL 60604
243 S. Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 362-6300
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
College Certificate
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
13 Weeks ( 39.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,320.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,320.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
To enroll, participants should have prior HR experience and must submit a completed registration form, student agreement, and payment information to DePaul Continuing and Professional Education (cperegistration@depaul.edu) at least seven days before the course begins. Please note that the costs for the course textbook and the certification exam are not included in the tuition; these requirements are managed by entities separate from DePaul University.
Entry Requirements:
- Prerequisites - Professional level HR job experience
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
Performance Data
Program: Professional in HR Certificate Program
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/17/2026
Program Description
The 13 week Professional in Human Resources Certificate Program at DePaul University is a comprehensive, non-credit certificate course designed for HR practitioners seeking to elevate their careers and master the complexities of the U.S. labor landscape.
This program serves a dual purpose: it acts as a high-level technical update for the modern workplace and functions and as a preparation introduction of the information HR professionals need to know that are preparing for the PHR® (Professional in Human Resources) or SPHR® (Senior Professional in Human Resources) certification from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI).
Core Program Objectives
Certification Readiness: The curriculum is strategically aligned with the core competencies tested in the HRCI exams, ensuring you are prepared for the technical nuances of the PHR and SPHR assessments.
Legal & Regulatory Updates: Gain a deep understanding of current United States HR laws, including recent shifts in employment litigation, compliance standards, and federal regulations.
Strategic Mastery: Move beyond administrative tasks. The program focuses on the concepts experienced professionals must master.
Functional Area Key Focus Topics
Business Management Strategic planning, HR's role in organizational ethics, and change management.
Talent Planning & Acquisition EEOC compliance, effective recruitment strategies, and workforce analysis.
Learning & Development Adult learning theory, training evaluation, and career development programs.
Total Rewards Compensation structures, benefits administration, and FLSA compliance.
Employee Engagement Organizational culture, retention, and peformance.
Employee & Labor Relations Dispute resolution, performance management, and maintaining a legal workplace.
HR Information Management, Safety and Security Employee data, HRIS, compliance, and risk.
This program is specifically curated for experienced HR professionals who want to:
Validate their expertise through a nationally recognized university certificate.
Bridge knowledge gaps caused by working in a specialized HR silo.
Stay current with the rapid evolution of U.S. employment law and HR technology.
While this course provides the educational foundation for the PHR/SPHR exams, participants are responsible for meeting HRCIs specific eligibility requirements and registering for the exams independently.
Established in 1996
CIP: 52-1099 Human Resources Management and Services, Other.
Local Information
| What portion of the total program cost (question 11), is for books and fees? | 500 |
| Pell Costs for Full-time Students Living with Parents with dependent care | 10170 |
| Pell Costs for less than half-time Students Living with Parents with dependent care | 864 |
| Pell Costs for Full-time Students Living with Parents without dependent care | 9170 |
| Pell Costs for less than half-time Students Living with Parents without dependent care | 864 |
| Pell Costs for full-time Independent with dependent care | 10170 |
| Pell Costs for less than half-time Independent with dependent care | 864 |
| Pell Costs for full-time Independent without dependent care | 10170 |
| Pell Costs for less than half-time Independent without dependent care | 864 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 31303 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 31521 |
Provider Information
DePaul University
Program Contact Info
CDM-Institute for Professional Development
243 S. Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL 60604
243 S. Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 362-6300
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
College Certificate
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
13 Weeks ( 39.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,320.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,320.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
To enroll, participants should have prior HR experience and must submit a completed registration form, student agreement, and payment information to DePaul Continuing and Professional Education (cperegistration@depaul.edu) at least seven days before the course begins. Please note that the costs for the course textbook and the certification exam are not included in the tuition; these requirements are managed by entities separate from DePaul University.
Entry Requirements:
- Prerequisites - Professional level HR job experience
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Online/E-Learning Instruction