Human Resource Management Certificate
Sonoma State University · Rohnert Park, CA
- Cost
- $875
- Length
- 12 weeks
- Working 6 months later
- 95%
Program names and program descriptions appear here in English, because that is the only language the federal and state records publish them in. Occupation titles are translated where O*NET publishes a Spanish name. Everything else on this page is translated.
What happened to people who took this
- People enrolled
- 261
- Finished the program
- 95%Based on 282 peopleTypical California program: 85% of 1,951 reportingThat median pools every California program that reported this measure, whatever its length, credential, or field, and leaves out the ones that reported nothing. It is a reference point, not a rating of this program.
- Working 6 months later
- 95%Typical California program: 69% of 1,690 reportingThat median pools every California program that reported this measure, whatever its length, credential, or field, and leaves out the ones that reported nothing. It is a reference point, not a rating of this program.
- Earnings in one quarter after
- Not reported
The jobs this trains for
This describes the jobs people do, not the classes this program teaches. It comes from the U.S. Department of Labor, which asks people already doing the work. The Department publishes it in English only, so the job names and the sentences below stay in English on this page.
Shrinking -2.2%
California projects this job will shrink over the next ten years. Fewer openings may mean a harder search.
Trains for more than one job. The outlook shown is the weakest of them.
Related work California expects more of
The U.S. Department of Labor lists these as related to the job above, and California projects growth in them rather than decline. Related is not the same as interchangeable: the training, the licenses and the pay can all differ, and this program does not train for these. It is a place to start asking, not a recommendation.
- Human Resources Managers$172,933 · +7.9% · 14 programs here
- Compensation and Benefits Managers$169,527 · +3.3% · 11 programs here
- Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists$92,944 · +6.6% · 5 programs here
- Compliance Officers$98,607 · +7% · 4 programs here
- Lawyers$200,541 · +9.8% · 3 programs here
Where California publishes a separate figure for Santa Rosa-Petaluma MSA (Sonoma County), it appears beneath the statewide one. Statewide stays the headline: people who train here do not necessarily work here.
Administrative Services Managers
Job ads may call this: Administrator · Business Manager · Administrative Manager · Administrative Officer
Some of what people in this job do. The Department rates how important each one is, and they appear in that order.
- Plan, administer, and control budgets for contracts, equipment, and supplies.
- Hire and terminate clerical and administrative personnel.
- Direct or coordinate the supportive services department of a business, agency, or organization.
- Prepare and review operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Show 4 more things this job involves
- Set goals and deadlines for the department.
- Acquire, distribute and store supplies.
- Analyze internal processes and recommend and implement procedural or policy changes to improve operations, such as supply changes or the disposal of records.
- Conduct classes to teach procedures to staff.
What this pays in Santa Rosa-Petaluma MSA (Sonoma County)
Each bar runs from the lowest-paid tenth to the highest-paid tenth. The darker middle is where half the people are, and the line is the median.
| Area | The lowest-paid tenth earn under | Half earn under | The highest-paid tenth earn over |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma MSA (Sonoma County) | $75,516 | $109,507 | $199,278 |
| Across California | $76,289 | $110,717 | $218,973 |
The federal Bureau of Labor Statistics' 2026 figures for Santa Rosa-Petaluma MSA (Sonoma County) beside the same figures for the whole state. A region can sit well below or above the statewide spread, and the statewide number is the one most often quoted — so where they differ, the local row is the one that describes the work near this program.
- Typical pay in California
- $110,717per yearSanta Rosa-Petaluma MSA: $99,359
- Projected openings
- 37,770Santa Rosa-Petaluma MSA: 370
- Projected change
- +7.1%
- Usually needs
- Bachelor's degree
Getting in
- Experience needed first
- Under 5 years in a related job
- Training after you are hired
- None
Employers usually expect some time in a related job as well as the training. Ask the provider what their graduates did before they were hired.
These are the federal government's answers for the occupation, not rules this provider sets. California publishes the same two answers for every one of these jobs.
Human Resources Specialists
Pay, hiring, and what people studied
Job ads may call this: Recruiter · Personnel Analyst · Personnel Officer · Corporate Recruiter
- Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.
- Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork.
- Administer employee benefit plans.
- Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Show 4 more things this job involves
- Schedule or administer skill, intelligence, psychological, or drug tests for current or prospective employees.
- Prepare or maintain employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions, using human resources management system software.
- Address employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.
- Conduct reference or background checks on job applicants.
What this pays in Santa Rosa-Petaluma MSA (Sonoma County)
Each bar runs from the lowest-paid tenth to the highest-paid tenth. The darker middle is where half the people are, and the line is the median.
| Area | The lowest-paid tenth earn under | Half earn under | The highest-paid tenth earn over |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma MSA (Sonoma County) | $50,930 | $82,908 | $133,116 |
| Across California | $53,655 | $84,901 | $153,950 |
The federal Bureau of Labor Statistics' 2026 figures for Santa Rosa-Petaluma MSA (Sonoma County) beside the same figures for the whole state. A region can sit well below or above the statewide spread, and the statewide number is the one most often quoted — so where they differ, the local row is the one that describes the work near this program.
- Typical pay in California
- $84,901per yearSanta Rosa-Petaluma MSA: $81,392
- Projected openings
- 97,470Santa Rosa-Petaluma MSA: 850
- Projected change
- +10.4%
- Usually needs
- Bachelor's degree
Getting in
- Experience needed first
- None
- Training after you are hired
- None
No earlier job experience is expected, and new hires are not put through a long training period. For work like this, a program is usually the way in.
Labor Relations Specialists
Pay, hiring, and what people studied
Job ads may call this: Business Agent · Labor Specialist · Grievance Manager · Business Representative
- Negotiate collective bargaining agreements.
- Investigate and evaluate union complaints or arguments to determine viability.
- Propose resolutions for collective bargaining or other labor or contract negotiations.
- Draft contract proposals or counter-proposals for collective bargaining or other labor negotiations.
Show 4 more things this job involves
- Interpret contractual agreements for employers and employees engaged in collective bargaining or other labor relations processes.
- Mediate discussions between employer and employee representatives in attempt to reconcile differences.
- Prepare evidence for disciplinary hearings, including preparing witnesses to testify.
- Review employer practices or employee data to ensure compliance with contracts on matters such as wages, hours, or conditions of employment.
What this pays in Santa Rosa-Petaluma MSA (Sonoma County)
Each bar runs from the lowest-paid tenth to the highest-paid tenth. The darker middle is where half the people are, and the line is the median.
| Area | The lowest-paid tenth earn under | Half earn under | The highest-paid tenth earn over |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma MSA (Sonoma County) | $66,599 | $103,366 | $155,648 |
| Across California | $54,245 | $107,585 | $174,997 |
The federal Bureau of Labor Statistics' 2026 figures for Santa Rosa-Petaluma MSA (Sonoma County) beside the same figures for the whole state. A region can sit well below or above the statewide spread, and the statewide number is the one most often quoted — so where they differ, the local row is the one that describes the work near this program.
- Typical pay in California
- $107,585per year
- Projected openings
- 6,740
- Projected change
- -2.2%
- Usually needs
- Bachelor's degree
California publishes no separate figure for this job in Santa Rosa-Petaluma MSA. The statewide figures above are the only ones there are.
Getting in
- Experience needed first
- Under 5 years in a related job
- Training after you are hired
- None
Employers usually expect some time in a related job as well as the training. Ask the provider what their graduates did before they were hired.
Program details
This program provides online instruction, e-learning, or distance learning only.
The Human Resource Management Certificate Program equips participants with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively manage human resources in today's complex business environment. The program integrates technical expertise with practical skill-building across key areas, including management practices, managing a diverse workforce, the legal context, selection and placement, training and development, compensation, benefits administration, conflict and dispute resolution, employee and labor relations, employee development, and health, safety, and security. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted role of human resource management, preparing them to handle various challenges and opportunities within their organizations.
Someone else may be able to pay for this
This program was on California's Eligible Training Provider List when the state last reported it to the U.S. Department of Labor (2026-09-18). Programs on that list can be paid for through an Individual Training Account. Listings are renewed periodically and can lapse, so a program listed when the state last reported may not be listed today. Ask before you rely on it.
Ask before you enroll, not after
The order the rules set out starts at the center rather than at the school. Before a center can find somebody eligible for training services it has to gather enough to decide, at a minimum through an interview, evaluation or assessment and career planning. Referring a person to the provider they have chosen and setting up the account both come after that, and both are the center's to do — the account is a payment agreement with the training provider, and it is the provider that is paid through it. So the call belongs before enrolling and before paying. Anyone who has already done either should still ask, and ask what it means for them.
The place to ask is an America's Job Center of California
Sonoma County Job LinkComprehensive center
Phone: 707-565-5550
2227 Capricorn WaySuite 100Santa Rosa, CA 95407about 6.5 miles away
Hours: Friday 8am--4:45pm Computer Lab hours 8:30am -4:00pm
Has a veterans' representative
North Bay Workforce ServicesAffiliate site
Phone: 707-576-2850
606 Healdsburg AvenueEmployment Development DepartmentSanta Rosa, CA 95401about 7.3 miles away
Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Has a veterans' representative
CareerPoint MarinAffiliate site
Phone: 415-966-0860
1800 Ignacio Blvd.Building 27 (Upstairs)Novato, CA 94949about 19.4 miles away
Hours: 8am-12pm and 1pm - 5pm
Has a veterans' representative
At a comprehensive center all the required partner programs can be reached; an affiliate site offers some of them. Distances are straight-line, so the drive is longer. Call before you travel: opening hours here are as the federal directory published them, and the state notes its own staff are not present at every location.
Find a center anywhere in California, and check what is on the list today:
CareerOneStop — American Job Center Finder (U.S. DOL) · California EDD — Office Locator · California EDD — Eligible Training Provider List
How this gets paid for, and what to ask →
Whether a person can have a program paid for is decided by their local workforce development board and the America's Job Center staff who interview them — not by this site, and not by the training provider. California has 45 local workforce development areas and each sets its own policies, so the answer can differ between two people in neighboring counties. Nothing here is a promise of funding or a determination of eligibility.
The rules cited here, and the state and federal sites linked to, are published in English.
How this site gets its figures, and what they do not tell you →