Human Resources Professional with Payroll Practice and Management

Overview

Virtually every organization has a human resources (HR) department, so skilled HR professionals are always in demand. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects an average of about 86,200 job openings for human resources specialists is expected annually. Payroll professionals are also in demand, due to payroll being a vital extension of most HR departments. Gaining your human resources and payroll certification will help you gain essential skills and knowledge needed for a successful role in HR.

This human resources professional with payroll practice and management course provides a comprehensive overview of key HR concepts and essential practices for today's workforce. The curriculum covers important topics like affirmative action, diversity considerations, as well as effective retention strategies, recruiting, and hiring practices. You will also learn how to improve employee performance, manage remote work dynamics, and enhance workplace communication and motivation.

You will then delve into all critical areas of payroll administration and the intersection of HR and payroll. This includes key laws, like the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), as well as information on federal employment taxes, payroll forms and different types of fringe benefits. You will learn how to calculate gross wages and understand paycheck calculations, including taxes and deductions.

By completing this HR and payroll course bundle, you will become prepared for the HRCI's Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification exam and the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) exam offered by the PayrollOrg. You will also learn useful information for other certification exams, including SHRM's Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) exam and the HRCI's Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) exam.
  • Course ID: GES2056
  • Total Hours: 250
  • Format: Asynchronous/Self-Paced
  • Location: Online
  • Schedule: 12 months (self-paced)
  • Credit(s) Earned: 25 CEU
  • Instructor: Ed2go
  • Cost: $3,900.00
  • Category: Office/Administrative
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Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites for taking this course, other than basic computer knowledge.

Certification Requirements:

No HR experience is required to sit for the aPHR exam. You will need a high school diploma, but you don't need any additional education.

Similarly, no HR experience or degree is required for the SHRM-CP exam; however, a basic working knowledge of HR practices and principles or a degree from a SHRM Academically Aligned program is recommended.

If you plan to take the PHR exam after completing the course, you will need one of the following:

  • A minimum of one (1) year of experience in a professional level HR position with a master's degree or higher, OR
  • A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a professional level HR position with a bachelor's degree, OR
  • A minimum of four (4) years of experience in a professional level HR position with less than a bachelor's degree

Hardware Requirements:

  • This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

  • PC: Windows 8 or later.
  • Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
  • Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader.
  • Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

  • Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

  • Human Resource Management, by Sean Valentine, Patricia Meglich, Robert L. Mathis, and John H. Jackson (eBook)
  • PHR, PHRi and SPHR, SPHRi Human Resources Certification - Complete Study Guide, by Sandra M. Reed

Digital access to the following book will be available via links in the Payroll Practice and Management course:

  • Payroll Accounting 2024, by Bernard J. Bieg and Judith A. Toland (eBook)

Please note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.

What you will learn

  • Discover the comprehensive knowledge needed to sit for the FPC and the PHR, aPHR, or SHRM-CP certification exams
  • Obtain skills for handling recruitment, performance appraisals, and training processes
  • Learn strategic decision-making for compensation and job evaluation
  • Understand OSHA rules governing employee health and safety
  • Understand the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, as well as the Internal Revenue Code
  • Learn the fringe benefits and compensation offerings that could be given by an employer

Program Outcomes

  • Prepare for the FPC and the PHR, aPHR, or SHRM-CP certification exams
  • Learn how to contribute to company strategy planning so you can be a more valuable member of the team
  • Open the door to new career opportunities and higher salaries after obtaining your aPHR, PHR, or SHRM-CP certification, including jobs such as: HR generalist, recruiter, HR representative, HR assistant, HR specialist, HR manager, compensation and benefits manager, and more
  • Set yourself up for a successful career as a payroll specialist, bookkeeper, payroll manager, or payroll accountant
  • Master the federal taxation laws that pertain to payroll to become better equipped to handle clients' needs