Kickstart Your HR Career with the aPHR® Certification

Gain the foundational HR knowledge and confidence to land your first role in human resources—no prior experience required.

Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR)

One-Time Purchase, $899

What You’ll Learn

This aPHR course is your entry point into the HR profession. It's designed for early-career professionals and career changers seeking to build certified knowledge in recruitment, HR operations, compliance, and more.

Key Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand core HR functions and federal employment laws
  • Learn fundamentals of recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations
  • Navigate compensation, benefits, and HR data management
  • Prepare for the aPHR exam with practice questions and tools
  • Build a solid foundation to grow into HRBP, HR Generalist, or HR Manager roles
Who This Course Is For
  • Early-career professionals interested in HR
  • Career changers from admin, healthcare, or retail
  • Anyone seeking a recognized HR credential with no prior HR experience required
What’s Included
  • Full curriculum hosted on ACSI state of the art learning management system
  • Downloadable resources & practice tools
  • Certificate of completion
  • Career-focused case studies and simulated decision exercises.
  • Exam voucher included.

One-Time Purchase, $899

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Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR)

$899.00

Career Outlook & Next Steps

aPHR-certified professionals can expect salaries between $48K–$65K, with clear advancement paths into HR Generalist, HRBP, or HR Manager roles.

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Built for the Roles Employers Are Hiring For

HR Assistant or HR Coordinator
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Entry-Level HR Business Partner
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A Path for Every Goal

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Whether you need just this certification or full access to every course and career resource, we've got a plan that works for you.

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Includes this program and basic learner support.

One Time Fee: $349
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Testimonial

Perfect First Step into HR

I came from retail and wanted to shift into HR. This course made everything clear, and I landed my first coordinator job in 6 weeks.

— Naomi L., HR Coordinator

Straightforward and Professional

The way the material was organized helped me pass the aPHR exam on the first try. I now feel credible and capable.

— Sean T., Talent Acquisition Assistant

Exactly What I Needed to Make the Switch

I’d been working in healthcare admin for years but wanted to go HR. This course gave me the foundation, confidence, and job-ready support to make the leap.

— Brianna M., HR Assistant

Frequently Asked Questions

We know it sounds to good to be true so we've come prepared to answer some of your questions.

Is this course self-paced?

Yes. You can learn on your own schedule via desktop or mobile.

Do I get a certificate?

Yes—you earn a downloadable certificate upon full completion of the program.

What happens if I join the membership later?

If you upgrade within 7 days of purchase, your paid amount can be applied as a credit (not applicable to employer funded education).