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Human Resources Specialist Associate Degree

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Associate of Applied Science

HR Associate Degree

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Under 2 years

Approximate Program Length

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60 credits

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November 05

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January 14

Next Start Date for On-Campus Students

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An associate degree in Human Resources Specialist from Bryant & Stratton College provides students with the opportunity to gain the educational components to enable them to serve in key roles in nearly every aspect of the business field. HR professionals are needed to carry out recruitment practices; manage compensation, employee benefits, and payroll; and fill other human resources generalist roles. These are positions needed by virtually every company, whether in business, finance, manufacturing, or another area.

The Human Resources (HR) associate degree program will focus on local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations while ensuring that students understand and follow standard ethical practices. Students will also gain a foundation in business and administrative skills to ensure that they are prepared for today’s modern business environment.

Human Resources Online Degree

Can you get an associate HR degree online? The human resources online degree program is available for study online with Bryant & Stratton College. The online Human Resources Specialist associate degree program follows the same outcomes and curriculum as the campus-based program with the added flexibility and convenience of an online program. Students of the human resources degree online can expect to receive the same personal touch and support as provided by our campus faculty and staff.

Experience A Student-Centered Approach to Online Education

At Bryant & Stratton College, you can take advantage of a highly-advanced, student-focused approach to your HR degree online. Our new live remote learning gives you the added benefit of interacting with your professors and peers in real time. Plus, HR courses are designed to fit your schedule. As long as you keep up with your assignments, you can do your coursework any time that works for you.

You can also be assured that credits earned in online classes at Bryant & Stratton College are the same as credits earned in campus-based classes at Bryant & Stratton College, ensuring you receive full accreditation. Why not find out for yourself why Newsweek named Bryant & Stratton College one of America’s top online colleges?

Where can you take this HR program?

Whether you prefer the vibrant atmosphere of on-campus classes, the convenience of online learning, or the flexibility of remote options, our degree programs are tailored to fit your lifestyle. Use our interactive map to explore the various campus locations where this human resources degree program is offered in-person.

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Program Outcomes

Graduates of our human resources online degree program will have the ability to:

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Describe the primary functions of human resources in organizations.

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Analyze data to make informed human resource decisions. Select and apply current HR technology skills.

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Apply employment law to human resources scenarios.

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Differentiate between ethical and unethical behavior of individuals, groups, and organizations within today’s dynamic work environment.

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Evaluate the impact individual and group behavior has on an organization.

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Scalable to Your Career Level & Goals

Bryant & Stratton College designs skill-building programs to fit your needs. In addition to online, on-campus, and live remote learning options, our degree offerings are scalable and stackable. Whether seeking to jumpstart your career or advance your education we offer diploma, associate, and bachelor’s degree programs to help you achieve your academic and career goals on your schedule. Plus, we work with students to find financial aid solutions to assist with tuition costs.

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Overview

SHRM-aligned program develops essential HR professional skills—from payroll and benefits to recruitment and retention.

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Program Format

Online/On-campus

Program Duration

  • 4-Years Full-Time Study
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Overview

Learn to navigate HR operations, including HR law, benefits and payroll, hiring practices and managing compensation.

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Program Format

Online/On-campus

Program Duration

  • 2-Years Full-Time Study
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Key Courses

The curriculum of this Human Resources Specialist program is designed to give you a comprehensive foundation in HR and business knowledge and skills. By learning the basic principles of accounting, business, organizational behavior, and other critical topics, you can position yourself for entry-level opportunities while preparing for your bachelor’s degree with this HR degree online or on-campus.

For a full course listing, please refer to the Bryant & Stratton College catalog.

  • ACCT110
     - Accounting Principles I
  • ACCT137
     - Payroll Records and Procedures
  • BUSS100
     - Business Principles
  • ENGL102
     - Research and Writing for the Workplace
  • HURS103
     - Introduction to Human Resources
  • HURS107
     - Introduction to Compensation and Benefits
  • HURS205
     - Organizational Behavior and Leadership
  • HURS217
     - Recruitment, Selection, and Staffing
  • HURS233
     - Employment Law and Labor Relations
  • INFT124
     - Computing Skills
  • MATH101
     - Workplace Mathematics
  • NTRN270
     - Career Development III: Internship
  • COMM104
     - Learning Communities
  • ENGL202
     - Research and Writing
  • MATH201
     - College Mathematics: Quantitative Reasoning
  • SOSC115
     - Career Development I: Theory and Practice
  • SOSC225
     - Career Development II: Theory and Practice
  • PSYC101
     - Principles of Psychology
  • ECON195
     - Macroeconomics
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    Valuable Business Internships

    In addition to your classroom experience, we recognize the importance of real-world application. Through our partnership network, students are provided with opportunities to actively apply their learnings within their chosen field.

    There are several benefits to internship experiences that can impact your career success. Internships can provide insight into the hiring process, help you sharpen your professional skills, and learn to work with confidence in real-world situations.

    Plus, internships are a valuable way to prove yourself to potential employers who may want to hire you as a result. You can also start developing a network of peers and mentors you can lean on for guidance and support. If you want to learn how we connect students with local internships that align with their goals, request info today.

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    What can you do with an Associate’s Degree in Human Resources?

    Companies in every industry need human resource professionals to support hiring, recruitment, compensation, employee benefits, and payroll. The Human Resources Specialist associate degree prepares you for a role as a human resource specialist, human resources assistant, or payroll and timekeeping clerk. You may also find employment as a recruiter or hiring associate, responsible for finding and hiring skilled professionals in the modern workforce. Your associate in human resources program also provides the educational foundation and leadership skills you need to advance your career beyond HR specialist and into human resource management down the line.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    You’ll need to understand the ins and outs of human resources. The best way to do that is with the right HR education. At Bryant & Stratton College, we offer an Associate of Applied Sciences in Human Resources Specialist, on-campus and online, to help you gain the skills and earn the credential needed to pursue HR specialist employment opportunities.

    For many organizations, a relevant associate-level degree can help you get your foot in the HR door. The Associate of Applied Sciences in Human Resources Specialist from Bryant & Stratton College is designed specifically to help you prepare for an HR generalist role. You’ll cover all the HR essentials, including hiring practices, employment law and ethics as well as managing compensation, benefits and payroll.

    The right HR degree can help you prepare for success throughout your career. It will help you develop and refine skills for decision making, critical thinking, communication, people management and more. Use it to pursue relevant positions, from HR generalist to compensation specialist to training manager.

    A human resource degree offers the insights, information, skills development and credential you’ll need to succeed in the HR department. It covers everything from labor laws and employee safety to benefits and compensation. Plus, it can help you build up your communication and leadership skills.

    That depends on your goals. If you’re looking to get your foot in the door, a relevant associate degree program, such as the Associate of Applied Science in Human Resources Specialist from Bryant & Stratton College, can help you prepare for and thrive in the role of an HR generalist or specialist. If you want to take your HR career to the next level, you should look at a bachelor’s degree. Either way, we have the online and campus-based solutions you need to thrive.

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