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Human resources is the set of the people who make up the workforce of an organization, business sector, industry, or economy. A narrower concept is human capital, the knowledge which the individuals embody. Similar terms include manpower, labour, personnel, associates or simply people. A human-resources department (HR department) of an organization performs human resource management, overseeing various aspects of employment, such as compliance with labor law and employment standards, administration of employee benefits, organizing of employees files with the required documents for future reference, and some aspects of recruitment and employee offboarding.

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Steps to take to start your career as a Human Resources and other jobs like it

  • Earn a degree in a related field such as human resources, business administration, or psychology. Some employers may prefer candidates with a master's degree in human resources or a related field for higher-level positions.
  • Seek opportunities to develop communication, interpersonal skills, problem-solving, decision-making, leadership, and organizational skills through work experience, training programs, or professional development activities.
  • Gain experience in HR-related roles to build a solid foundation. Entry-level positions such as HR assistant, recruiter, or administrative roles within HR departments can provide valuable experience.
  • Stay informed about changes in laws, regulations, and best practices, current trends and developments in HR through professional associations, continuing education, conferences, and networking with other HR professionals.
  • While not always required, obtaining professional certifications can enhance your credibility and marketability as an HR professional. Common certifications include the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) offered by the HR Certification Institute (HRCI), or the Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) offered by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
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Avg Pay: $44K
Jobs: 370,617
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Avg Pay: $61K
Jobs: 41,264

Education you need to become a Human Resources

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  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Psychology
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$31,580Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Psychology
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$31,580Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Associate Degree
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    Avg. Duration:30 monthsAvg. Fees:$18,910Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Physics Education
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$28,739Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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Annual Pay Estimate for Human Resources and Other Important Info

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4.6 years
$53K
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4.10 years
Mixed
The average number of roles it took our users to get to this one
3
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Jobs to start your career in becoming a Human Resources

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