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HR’s latest disruptive trend: Goodbye, college degrees; hello, certifications

HRExecutive

Instead of college degrees appearing on resumes, increasingly, job applicants are listing professional and training certifications and even digital badges. HR leaders, unfortunately, do not have a trade group or governing body to turn to that evaluates the quality of all certifications and alternative credentials, compared to the U.S.

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Human Resources Certifications: Essential, Low-Cost Study Materials

Heyyy HR!

Human Resources Certifications can be an expensive goal to achieve. Personally, I feel the cost is expensive because earning your Human Resources certification is commonly seen as a significant career milestone. The first time I took the human resources certification exam, I failed by 10 points. Find more information here.

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Level Up Your Talent Acquisition: 20 Cloud Recruitment Software Worth Your Investment

Peoplebox

The platform includes location-based hiring features and automated screening based on availability and certifications. Request samples of how the system helps maintain regulatory requirements. Ask about data storage locations, encryption methods, and breach notification procedures.

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SHRM Certification: Why Should #HR Pros Pay Attention

HR Bartender

Since then, SHRM has developed a certification that aligns with the competency model. In my role as a SHRM special expertise panel member and as one of the initial item writers for the SHRM certification exam, I had the opportunity to hear an update about the certification program during this year’s SHRM Annual Conference in Las Vegas.

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Are HR consultant jobs a good idea? [Reader Question]

UpstartHR

I have my degree and want to take the certification exam when I can. What I love: 1) Work in a variety of industries, which can greatly expand your knowledge base. Today’s question is about HR consultant jobs and whether they are a good career move for someone who is trying to break into HR. . Good News and Bad News.

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Organizational Knowledge Management: 9 Steps To Implement an Effective System

AIHR

In AIHR’s HR Generalist Certificate Program , you will learn best practices when implementing HR processes and helping your business develop better structures. This online, self-paced Certificate Program will also teach you about strategies you can use to become an effective communicator, which is important for knowledge sharing.

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Insider Tips for Swiftly Recruiting a Dynamic Project Coordinator to Shape Your Team’s Future

Professional Alternatives

Here are some tips to help you take your project coordination career to the next level: Pursue professional certifications: Earning certifications, such as the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification, can enhance your credibility and open doors to new opportunities.