HR Training

Arm yourself with the essential knowledge and skills required to thrive in the ever-evolving world of HR.

Free HR Training from our Experts

Attention Massachusetts businesses! Get up to $30,000 in free training per year with the Express Program from Commonwealth Corporation, funded by Unemployment Insurance taxes. Enhance your HR skills and learn to attain, support, reward, and retain your most important asset – your people.

Apply easily and get approved within three weeks. Plus, companies with up to 100 employees can be fully reimbursed for HR Essentials, and those with 101 or more employees can receive 50% reimbursement.

Whether you’re new to HR or need a refresher, this course covers recruitment, leave management, employee benefits, compensation, employment law compliance, policies, and building a company culture. Contact us before March 29 to allow time for the grant!

HR Essentials Course

This course starts on Thursday, April 27 and will on Thursdays for 14 weeks, from 10AM to 12PM. Sessions include:

  • Human Resources for Anyone New To HR
  • The Essential Skills of an HR Business Partner
  • An Introduction to Federal Employment Laws
  • State Employer Laws: Massachusetts Edition
  • Health and Welfare Benefits Made Simple
  • Creating a Culture of Inclusion
  • Job Analysis, Descriptions, and Evaluations Made Simple
  • Getting Creative to Attract and Retain Talent
  • Getting Started with Behavioral Based Interviewing
  • An Introduction to Employee Handbooks
  • Personnel Records: an Overview
  • Performance Appraisals
  • From Discipline to Termination: When Coaching Isn’t Working
  • An Introduction to Strategic Thinking and Planning
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This Free Massachusetts Grant-Eligible Training is for you if:

  • HR Professionals: If you work in HR, this course will help you gain foundational knowledge and skills, and stay up-to-date with the latest HR trends and best practices.
  • Managers and Supervisors: If you are responsible for managing employees, this course will help you understand HR processes and policies, and how to work effectively with your HR department
  • Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs: If you are a small business owner or entrepreneur, this course will help you navigate the world of HR and ensure that you are compliant with employment laws and regulations.
  • Job Seekers and Career Changers: If you are considering a career in HR, this course will provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge and skills to help you get started.
  • Anyone Interested in HR: If you are simply interested in HR or want to learn more about how HR functions within an organization, this course is a great way to gain insight and develop your skills.
Book Your Call

The best way to see if you are eligible (and most companies are) is to contact us. Seating is limited for the April 27 course. Contact us before March 29 to allow time for the grant!

Testimonials

Hear from attendees of the class

Thorough, down to earth training with realistic examples and a human approach to HR and difficult conversations.

- | Hyannis Port Research

Lots of beneficial information, opportunities for critical thinking, very engaging teacher.

- | Hazen Paper

Dove into all sorts of great topics. Unconscious Bias, diversity, inclusivity etc. These topics should be in the forefront of everyone's work now.

- | Berkshire Family YMCA

The mix of discussion, breakout sessions and story sharing made in more meaningful to me to apply on the job.

- | Main Street Bank