Alabama Human Resources Degree Programs

Human Resources Degrees & HR Certification in Alabama

While Alabama has made great strides to embrace the new, it is also one of the last remaining bastions of southern hospitality and charm. Everything from classes to sports is deeply steeped in tradition and history. Imagine pursuing a biomedical engineering degree at an Alabama public college against the backdrop of Civil War battlefields or long-retired textile mills. And this is to say nothing of the delicious cuisine to be sampled throughout the state. Most colleges are notorious for their stale tasteless food. Not so in Alabama. Cajun, seafood, and soul food are but a small sampling of what one can expect within Alabama's cafeterias.If you are thinking of training for a new career, then why not consider the benefits of following a college course to become a Human Resources Manager or professional in a related field?

Whilst technology is advancing at a staggering pace, somebody has yet to find a way to replace the skills of a Human Resources Manager with a computer! Human resources is one of the most valuable things a company possesses ? success relies on having a productive and knowledgeable workforce who can work as a team for the benefit of the business. As a Human Resources Manager it would be you responsibility to ensure that your company is provided with the right people with the right skill sets and plenty of motivation.

As well as interviewing and selection you may be involved in training requirements, grievance procedures, benefits, disciplinary hearings and reference provision. You may be expected to use personality tests, interviewing skills, and aptitude tests to compare candidates against job profiles, which you may have helped construct. You may benefit from possessing excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Courses vary a little between colleges however your education to become a Human Resources Manager may include: selection procedures, law, benefits, psychology, tax, business skills, negotiation skills, arbitration, mediation, and labor relations.

Entry level positions include Deputy Human Resources Manager in a medium sized firm, Payroll Administrator, a support role in labor relations or positions in recruitment agencies. Pay varies enormously depending on the size of firm you work for, your experience, and your responsibilities, but could be anywhere between $35,000 to $115,000 per annum.

Human Resources Career and Technical Schools in Alabama:

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Herzing University - Birmingham

Take control of your career. Since 1965, Herzing University has prepared over 35,000 graduates for computer and business-oriented careers. Our state-of-the-art Birmingham, Alabama campus offers day and evening classes in Business, Design/CAD, Electronics/Telecommunications and Information Technology. Herzing University has achieved a 93% job placement rate for the current class. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at www.herzing.edu/student-data.html

Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. For further information, The Higher Learning Commission can be contacted by phone at 800-621-7440 or on the Commission's website at: www.ncahlc.org.

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Strayer University - Birmingham

Established in 1892 and accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Strayer University is dedicated to providing quality higher education programs for working adults like you. Classes are designed to fit your busy schedule, meeting on evenings, weekends, and asynchronously on the web. Undergraduate and graduate programs are available in accounting, business and internet technology.

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Strayer University - Huntsville

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University of Phoenix - Birmingham Campus

Perhaps you're new to college and seeking an associate's degree. Maybe you're ready to complete your bachelor's or advanced degree. Either way, University of Phoenix is here to help. We offer a wide variety of degree programs in campus-based and online formats, enabling us to meet the needs and interests of today's working students, as well as today's workplace. One university understands how you live today. And where you want to go tomorrow. Program availability varies by location and format.

University of Phoenix is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (ncahlc.org). The University's central administration is located at 4615 E. Elwood St., Phoenix, AZ 85040. Online Campus: 3157 E. Elwood St., Phoenix, AZ 85034. For more information about University of Phoenix accreditations and licensures, please visit phoenix.edu/about_us/accreditation.aspx. ? 2011 University of Phoenix, Inc. All rights reserved.

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