Undergraduate Certificate in Human Resources

Locations: On Campus, Online

Total Credit Hours: 15

Next Session Start: February 9, 2026

The Undergraduate Certificate in Human Resources is an academic certificate offering students the opportunity to earn a higher education credential that builds on an interest in fostering a better work environment with the fundamentals of managing the employee life cycle. This certificate is ideal for individuals who may not otherwise consider a full degree program but want to learn about employee-related operational functions that improve HR departments.

Explore best practices in human resources management, training, development, benefits, staffing, and talent management.
Examine principles and current issues in compensation methods and systems.
Gain insight on employment laws and issues, including the Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1991, affirmative action, sexual harassment, and more.

This undergraduate certificate does not include professional licensure.

Regent University’s Undergraduate Certificate in Human Resources is for lifelong learners who want to re-skill, up-skill, and get ahead with new credentials. Whether you’re seeking professional development or continuing education, Regent’s 100% online certificate programs will give you the priceless advantage of high-quality education from America’s premier Christian university. To learn more about this program, please complete the Request Information form on this page.

Featured Courses

Table listing featured courses with course code, name, and credit hours.
Code	Name	Credits
HRMT 220	Compensation & Benefits Management	3	Investigates principles and current issues in compensation methods and systems. Prerequisite: MGMT 210.
HRMT 250	Training & Development	3	Examines training and development at all levels, from initial orientation to executive development. Discusses in-house training, using vendors, and developing partnerships with colleges and universities. Prerequisite: MGMT 210.
HRMT 260	Staffing & Talent Management	3	Exploration of HR planning, selection, job placement, performance appraisal, and outplacement activities. Prerequisite: MGMT 210.
HRMT 330	Employment Law	3	Students examine personnel laws and issues including the Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1991, FLSA, ADA, FMLA, ERISA, selected immigration laws, affirmative action, sexual harassment, and other issues of gender and racial/ethnic equity. Prerequisite: MGMT 210.
MGMT 210	Fundamentals of Human Resource Management	3	Study of why employees behave as they do and how to promote behavior required to implement a focused business strategy using staffing, development, and reward systems.

Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.

Admissions Requirements

Apply to Regent University

Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.

Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.

Tuition & Fees

2025-26 Tuition Rates

Full-Time Students

Undergraduate Certificate	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Advertising & Marketing	$395	12	$4,740
Biblical Studies	$395	12	$4,740
Business	$395	12	$4,740
Christian Ministry	$395	12	$4,740
Communication	$395	12	$4,740
Computer Science	$395	12	$4,740
Counseling	$395	12	$4,740
Criminal Justice	$395	12	$4,740
Cybersecurity	$395	12	$4,740
Finance	$395	12	$4,740
Government	$395	12	$4,740
Healthcare Studies	$395	12	$4,740
Human Resources	$395	12	$4,740
Information Systems	$395	12	$4,740
International Relations	$395	12	$4,740
Leadership Studies	$395	12	$4,740
Psychology	$395	12	$4,740

Part-Time Students

Undergraduate Certificate	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Advertising & Marketing	$450	6	$2,700
Biblical Studies	$450	6	$2,700
Business	$450	6	$2,700
Christian Ministry	$450	6	$2,700
Communication	$450	6	$2,700
Computer Science	$450	6	$2,700
Counseling	$450	6	$2,700
Criminal Justice	$450	6	$2,700
Cyber Practitioner Preparation	$450	9	$4,050
Cybersecurity	$450	6	$2,700
Finance	$450	6	$2,700
Government	$450	6	$2,700
Healthcare Studies	$450	6	$2,700
Human Resources	$450	6	$2,700
Information Systems	$450	6	$2,700
International Relations	$450	6	$2,700
Leadership Studies	$450	6	$2,700
Psychology	$450	6	$2,700

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)	$900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)	$750

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*Rates are subject to change at any time.

Note: Eligible students may use their VA benefits to cover the cost of their undergraduate certificate. Learn more about benefits and discounts for military students.

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