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Artificial Intelligence for HR
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Artificial intelligence in HR is disrupting traditional practices. In-demand HR professionals have the skills to use AI in…
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Sourcing & Recruitment
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Find and hire the right candidates in a stubbornly competitive labor market. With this Sourcing & Recruitment Certificate…
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HR Manager
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As the HR function gravitates towards the center of organizations, HR Managers are being called upon to make…
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Artificial Intelligence for HR
(40 reviews)entry-level
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MINI COURSE
Gen AI Prompt Design for HR
beginner
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Just because you work with people doesn’t mean your job isn’t touched by AI. While AI won’t replace…
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HR Trends & Strategies for 2025
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Don't let disruption and developing trends derail your 2025 HR strategy. This online mini course quickly gets you…
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Certification and Accreditation
AIHR is a registered education institute on LinkedIn and accredited by global HR associations. Earn your learning credits for completion of courses and live events.
Upon completion of the program, you will receive a digital certificate to showcase in the education section of your LinkedIn profile.
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Stay up-to-date with the latest HR trends and innovations by joining regular live events with Subject Matter Experts – and get SHRM & HRCI credits while you’re at it.
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Learn more in less time with bite-sized knowledge for busy minds. Get comfortable with a new topic in just 10 minutes.
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Trained on AIHR’s 1000+ articles, 500+ hours of video lessons, and 100+ downloadable resources, the AIHR Copilot puts reliable HR answers at your fingertips. Get quick answers, expert advice, practical resources, and actionable material to get the job done.
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Included in Full Access and Team Plans. Learning coaches act as your personal learning rocket fuel by providing the support and accountability you need to progress.
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Get insights into your team’s learning tracks and engagement data. View your team’s progress, easily manage the learning paths and make sure you’re on track.
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Why get an HR certification?
Having a human resources certification shows your (potential) employer that you have proven HR expertise. It also demonstrates your growth mindset, which is what sets excellent HR professionals apart from the rest.
What certificates are needed for HR?
The HR certificates you need depend on your career path and employer. Your own career goals and ambitions should be the determining factor when you choose an hr certificate program or human resources certification.
How do I know which HR certificate program is best for me?
The HR Career Map shows you which HR certificate program will help you make your next move.
This interactive visual tool lets you plot your career advancement, get insight into salary ranges, and see which HR certificate programs can help you make your next move. This on-demand digital career coach makes choosing courses easy.
What are the most common HR certifications?
Organizations like SHRM, HRCI, HRPA and CPHR are widely recognized, and members are eligible to receive personal development credits (PDCs) after completing an AIHR Certificate Program.
Is HR certification worth it?
Getting a human resources certification does not guarantee a better job or faster career track. But it is a great way to set yourself apart as a candidate, demonstrate your growth mindset, and stay up to date with the latest skills and knowledge needed to succeed in human resources.
Why should I choose AIHR for my certificate in human resources?
Enrolling with AIHR means getting practical skills and expertise you can immediately put to work.
We offer structured learning journeys to help you sustain momentum, and practical lessons combined with hands-on exercises give you the experience and confidence to use your new skills on the job.
While we pride ourselves on the quality of our courses, our aim is to offer everything you need to hit your HR career goals.
So enrolling also grants you access to an extensive and expanding library of templates and resources, as well as an active and engaged HR community, exclusive live events, coaching, and more.
Human Resources certifications at AIHR
AIHR offers more than a dozen certificate programs for certified HR professionals. If you complete AIHR certificate programs, you are eligible for PDCs from SHRM, HRCI, HRPA, and CPHR.
As AIHR’s HR certificate programs cover different topics and vary in length, each qualifies you for a different number of personal development credits. You can find the exact number of credits each certificate program is worth on the individual page for each certificate program, or see all of them at a glance here.
If you need additional PDCs for your HR certification and want to learn essential skills at your own pace, AIHR is the right choice for you.
Types of Human Resources certifications
There are different types of HR certifications available for different areas of expertise and levels of experience. The best fit for you will depend on where you’re at in your HR career, and the direction you want to go next.
If you’re relatively new to the HR field and want a human resources certification to prove that you’ve got what it takes without years of experience, the Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) certification from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI) could be a good choice. They also offer certifications for more experienced professionals.
Another widely recognized HR certification body is the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM). Here you can also find more specialized certifications if you’re looking to take a deep dive into a certain aspect or domain of HR.
For Canadian HR professionals, the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) and Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) are excellent choices to boost your credibility as an HR professional.