A recent survey by Workday, a workforce management company, showed that more than half of business leaders are worried about a future “talent shortage.” Only 32% are confident that their employees have the skills needed for long-term business success.
Employees are worried too. According to another study, this one by Hult International Business School, only 24% of recent college graduates said they had the right skills for their current job.
As a result, companies everywhere are enhancing their Human Resources departments, and staffing them with people who know how to nurture and develop current and prospective employees’ skills and talents.
That makes people who can manage on-the-job learning environments crucial for the work of companies everywhere. HR professionals improve the performance and skills of employees through training programs, workshops, career development initiatives, and leadership coaching. These professionals are at the forefront of fostering a culture of continuous learning in the workplace. They power organizational performance.
Organizations are hiring for these roles. Recognizing that demand, Calbright now offers a free online community college certificate program in HR – Learning and Development. What kind of jobs will that program and certificate prepare you for?
Training Coordinator
Training coordinators handle the logistics of employee training programs, such as scheduling sessions, communicating with facilitators, tracking attendance, and managing training materials.
Training and Development Specialist
Training and development specialists design and deliver employee training programs that will help enhance a company’s employees skills and performance and create onboarding processes to integrate new hires effectively.
Learning and Development Assistant
HR learning and development assistants help develop course materials, analyze feedback, manage Learning Management Systems (LMS), and assist in the creation of training content. This position often serves as a springboard to more advanced roles.
HR Specialist
HR specialists support a company’s HR department with talent development initiatives and manage employee learning plans and professional development opportunities.
Training Assistant
HR assistants take on a mix of responsibilities, including coordinating onboarding sessions, assisting with compliance training, and supporting employee development initiatives.
Corporate Trainer / Facilitator
Corporate trainers deliver training sessions to employees across a variety of topics – from software systems to soft skills like communication or leadership.
Talent Development Specialist
This role involves identifying skill gaps within an organization and developing programs to bridge them. They analyze performance data, assess training needs, and collaborate with department heads to create effective learning strategies.
Retail Experience Manager
Retail experience managers are responsible for maintaining a retail store’s employee productivity and work quality while motivating employees to improve customer satisfaction levels and drive profitability.
A certificate with Calbright in Human Resources – Learning and Development can be a powerful launchpad for a fulfilling career. It shows employers that you understand the principles of adult learning, talent development, and performance improvement. Whether you’re just starting out or pivoting from another profession, as Calbright students like Melissa have found, this credential demonstrates your ability to design, deliver, and evaluate training programs that help employees grow and organizations thrive.
Learn more about Calbright’s certificate program in HR – Learning and Development.
