Certifications
Professionals looking to consolidate their experience and gain recognition can choose from our career-building, HR-focused certifications designed to enhance growth across various HR career paths.
1. Talent Acquisition Strategy Specialist (TASS)
Entry Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
- 0-2 years HR or recruitment experience
Course Syllabus:
- Introduction to Talent Acquisition: Understanding hiring needs, workforce planning
- Candidate Sourcing Techniques: Job boards, social media, networking
- Selection & Interviewing Skills: Structured interviews, behavioral assessments
- Recruitment Technology: ATS systems, recruitment marketing tools
- Employer Branding & Candidate Experience
Exemptions:
- Prior completion of recruitment or sourcing certificate courses
- Demonstrated experience with ATS or recruitment tools
2. Employee Relations Strategy Advisor (ERSA)
Entry Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
- 1-3 years’ experience in employee relations or HR
Course Syllabus:
- Employee Relations Fundamentals: Workplace behavior, policies
- Labor Laws & Compliance: Employment law essentials, rights and obligations
- Communication & Conflict Resolution: Negotiation, mediation techniques
- Policy Development & Implementation: Best practices, documentation
- Grievance Handling & Disciplinary Procedures
Exemptions:
- Certified mediator or conflict resolution training
- Experience in HR compliance or labor relations
3. Learning and Development Innovation Specialist (LDIS)
Entry Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Education, or related field
- 1-3 years experience in L&D or HR
Course Syllabus:
- Principles of Adult Learning: Learning theories, motivation
- Instructional Design: Curriculum creation, learning paths
- Training Delivery Skills: Facilitation, virtual training methods
- E-learning Tools & Platforms: LMS basics, content authoring tools
- Performance Management & Impact Measurement
Exemptions:
- Prior certification in training delivery or instructional design
- Experience with LMS or digital training development
4. Compensation and Benefits Strategy Leader (CBSL)
Entry Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, or related field
- 2-4 years experience in compensation & benefits
Course Syllabus:
- Compensation Management Basics: Job evaluation, pay structures
- Benefits Administration: Health, retirement, wellness programs
- Salary Benchmarking & Market Analysis: Survey methodologies
- Regulatory Compliance: Wage laws, benefits regulations
- Incentive & Reward Programs: Designing motivational plans
Exemptions:
- Completed courses in payroll or benefits administration
- Practical experience in compensation design or surveys
5. Human Resource Operations Strategist (HROS)
Entry Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR or Business
- 3-5 years experience in HR operations
Course Syllabus:
- HR Operations Framework: Process optimization, service delivery
- HR Information Systems: HRIS management, data security
- Payroll & Benefits Coordination: Execution, compliance
- Policy & Procedure Enforcement: Consistency in operations
- Employee Experience & HR Service Excellence
Exemptions:
- Certification in HRIS or payroll systems
- Proven operational HR experience
6. Human Capital Management Expert (HCME)
Entry Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR or Business
- 4-6 years HR generalist or specialist experience
Course Syllabus:
- Strategic HR Management Principles
- Workforce Planning & Talent Development
- Succession Planning & Retention
- HR Metrics & Data-driven Decision Making
- Building Organizational Culture & Engagement
Exemptions:
- Previous strategic HR certifications
Experience in succession or workforce planning
7. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategist (DEIS)
Entry Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Social Sciences, or related
- 4-6 years experience in DEI
Course Syllabus:
- Foundations of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Inclusive Leadership & Unconscious Bias
- Designing & Implementing DEI Programs
- Measurement & Impact of DEI Initiatives
- Legal & Ethical Issues in DEI
Exemptions:
- Prior DEI training or workshops
- Involvement in organizational DEI initiatives
8. Human Capital Analytics & Innovation Specialist (HCAIS)
Entry Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Data Science, or related
- 5+ years HR analytics experience
Course Syllabus:
- HR Analytics Concepts & Tools
- Data Collection & Quality Management
- Predictive Analytics & Workforce Modeling
- Data Visualization & Reporting Techniques
- Emerging Technologies & Innovation in HR
Exemptions:
- Prior certification in data analytics or business intelligence
- Experience with HR analytic platforms
9. Strategic Leader in Human Resource Excellence (SLHRE)
Entry Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HR or Business
- 6-8 years senior HR leadership experience
Course Syllabus:
- Advanced Strategic HR Leadership
- Organizational Development & Change Management
- Executive Talent & Performance Management
- Financial Acumen for HR Leaders
- Global HR Strategy & Corporate Governance
Exemptions:
- Executive leadership training programs
- Experience in large-scale HR strategy implementation
10. Global Executive in Human Resource Leadership (GEHRL)
Entry Requirements:
- Master’s degree or equivalent, MBA preferred
- 8+ years senior HR executive experience
Course Syllabus:
- Global Human Capital Strategic Planning
- Executive Leadership & Influence Skills
- Corporate Governance & Ethical Leadership
- Cross-cultural Management & Global Workforce
- Innovation & Future Workforce Trends
Exemptions:
- Executive MBAs or leadership fellowships
Proven executive board-level HR leadership