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    Mar 17, 2009, 10:08 PM
    Steps towards working in Human Resources
    I'm not sure if this is the right forum, but any help will be greatly appreciated! I am graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology (and Classics) and have been looking into human resources. I've found that some universities offer certificate programs in Human Resources Management. Looking through job openings, I am not seeing any certificates being listed as requirements for hire, though. Would obtaining a certificate be worthwhile? Also, is there any difference in getting the certificate from a university or community college? I appreciate any advice on which steps to take. Thanks in advance.
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    Mar 28, 2009, 02:34 PM

    Yes. Having the Certificate will definitely get you in the door for an interview. Every little bit helps these days in getting that interview.
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    May 17, 2009, 01:57 PM
    I do not even have a bachelors but have been in the HR field for 13 years. Started as a recruiter and low I am an HR Manager. I would encourage you to sit for your PHR certification. You can contact your local community college as they probably have a class that prepares you to sit for the exam. The one I took was a 12 week class meeting one evening a week and it cost around $800 for the course and then another couple hundred to sit for the exam. This, combined with your degree, will look great on a resume.
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