FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should apply?
New managers, new supervisors and business owners.
HR professionals seeking Continuing Education units.
Individuals seeking to enter into the Human Resource career field.
How do I get started?
call the CE Business department today and create a personal plan to earn a certificate.713.718.7947 or email ce.business@hccs.edu
Do I need to go through the admissions process at Houston Community College?
You do not need to be admitted to Houston Community College to take our Human Resource Certificate series.
How much do the courses and books cost? (All prices subject are subject to change)
Please call the office for Course and Material Information at 713-718-7947.
Are the courses graded?
Courses in this certificate program are graded pass/no pass. If you are taking noncredit courses, your certificate of completion serves as indicator that you passed the course.
Can I use these courses for recertification hours for my PHR/SPHR designation?
Yes, Houston Community College is an HRCI- Authorized Institution. Students that complete this series will receive 4 .0 CEU’s
Will I get my PHR Certification by taking this program?
No. The PHR is awarded by the Human Resource Certification Institute. To obtain their certification, you will need to pass their exam.
How do I request my certificate?
Students who have completed the coursework and passed the five required classes will receive a certificate of completion.
What is the refund policy?
For Continuing Education courses offered through the school of Continuing Education, a full refund can only be awarded if a student withdraws before or on the first class meeting date or if the class is canceled. There are no partial refunds. Refunds are processed as soon as possible. They are generally mailed four to six weeks following the last day to apply for a refund. Any refund mailed to the name and address on record is considered delivered. The Stop Payment Fee to reissue a refund check mailed to an incorrect address is $20.00. Tuition and fees paid directly to the institution by a sponsor, grants, loans, donor or scholarship shall be refunded to the source rather than directly to the student.