Management Certificate in Human Resources
10 courses (taken in any order)
4 weeks per course
1 year to complete the certificate
Empower, Engage, Excel
In today’s competitive landscape, skilled HR professionals are essential drivers of innovation and success across all industries. At Future EDge, we’re dedicated to empowering your journey every step of the way. Our Management Certificate in Human Resources is designed to equip you with the latest tools, strategies, and insights needed to excel in this dynamic field. Whether you’re looking to advance your career or make a meaningful impact in your organization, the Management Certificate in Human Resources is able to provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to master HR management and drive positive change.
Program at a Glance
- Begins: Ongoing basis (courses can be taken in any order)
- Registration Deadline: Two weeks prior to the course start date
- Delivery Method: Synchronous Online
- Contact Hours: 28 per course
- Full Program Fee:Â $745 per course (HST exempt) + Additional costs for textbooks
- NEW Full Program Fee: $925 per course (HST exempt) + Additional costs for textbooks beginning September 2026
- Funding available
Overview
The Management Certificate Program in Human Resources is a fast-track professional program recognized by the Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario.
Participants will be able to achieve all nine credit coursework requirements to write the Comprehensive Knowledge Exam (CKE1/CKE2) through the HRPA to be eligible for the CHRP and CHRL Designations. Please refer to the HRPA website to ensure that you meet the additional requirements to write the CKE1/CKE2.
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Future EDge will no longer be offering courses recognized with micro credential status. This does not impact courses/program offerings.
Topics and Dates
- You can complete the courses in any order and at your own pace. To comply with HRPA’s guidelines, achieving a minimum grade of 65% in each course is mandatory.
- Courses run from September to July with a new course each month. Depending on deliverables, some courses will have an exam out of scheduled class time.
- Synchronous online format: Wednesdays from 6:00pm – 9:00 pm & Saturdays from 8:30 AM – 12:30 pm.
| Course | Fall 2025 – Summer 2026 Dates | Registration 2025 – 2026 | Registration Deadline | Fall 2026 – Summer 2027 Dates | Registration 2026-2027 | Registration Deadline | Instructors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCP787: Strategic Human Resources Management | September 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 2025 | August 20, 2025 | September 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, October 3, 7, 2026 | Register | August 26, 2026 | Shaun Cawley | |
| MCP015: Strategic Human Resources Planning | October 1, 4, 8, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, 2025 | September 17, 2025 | October 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, November 4, 7, 2026 | Register | September 26, 2026 | Cindy Newell | |
| MCP019: Recruiting Talent in the 21st Century | November 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 2025 | October 17, 2025 | November 14, 18, 21, 25, 28, December 2, 5, 9, 2026 | Register | October 31, 2026 | Marta Austin | |
| MCP014: Occupational Health & Safety | December 3, 6, 10, 13, 2025, January 7, 10, 14, 17, 2026 | November 19, 2025 | December 12, 16, 19, 2026, January 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 2027 | Register | November 28, 2026 | Nancy Delcellier | |
| MCP012 – Training & Development | January 21, 24, 28, February 4, 7, 18, 21, 2026 | January 7, 2026 | January 27, 30, February 3, 6, 17, 20, 24, 27, 2027 | Register | January 13, 2027 | Katerina Timmons | |
| MCP013: Labour Relations | February 25, 28, March 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 2026 | February 11, 2026 | March 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 31, 2027 | Register | February 17, 2027 | Cindy Newell | |
| MCP166: Organizational Behaviour | March 25, 28, April 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 2026 | March 11, 2026 | April 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, May 1, 2027 | Register | March 24, 2027 | Katerina Timmons | |
| MCP010: Accounting & Financial Management | April 25, 29, May 2, 6, 9, 13, 20, 23, 2026 | April 10, 2026 | May 8, 12, 15, 19, 26, 29, June 2, 5, 2027 | Register | April 24, 2027 | Blake LeClair | |
| MCP016: Compensation Planning | May 27, 30, June 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 2026 | Register | May 13, 2026 | June 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30, July 3, 2027 | Register | May 25, 2027 | Devin Winson |
| *MCP211: Managing Difficult Conversations *5 Sessions | June 24, 27, July 4, 8, 11, 2026 | Register | June 10, 2026 | July 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 2027 | Register | June 23, 2027 | Leah DeVellis |
Certificate
Upon completion of the program, you can request your official certificate by following the below steps:
- Submit Certificate Fee: Click the button below to proceed with your payment for the certificate processing fee
- Confirmation and Delivery: Once we receive your payment, one of our team members will reach out to you via email to:
- Provide you with a digital copy of your certificate.
- Confirm your mailing address for the physical certificate, if applicable.
Who Should Attend
- Current HR professionals seeking to deepen their understanding and master best practices
- Individuals aspiring to transition into Human Resources roles
- Executives, leaders and entrepreneurs who want to understand, implement or empower HR best practices for their own organizations
- Those who want to pursue their CHRP and CHRL designations
Reasons to Enrol
Qualify for the CHRP and CHRL designation
Stay up to date with the latest trends and best practices in HR
Understand the role of HR in driving organizational performance and success
Gain practical skills applicable to real-world HR challenges
Become eligible to write the Comprehensive Knowledge Exam
Connect with network with industry experts
Exemptions
A maximum number of four course exemptions may be granted if you have completed equivalent post-secondary courses at Carleton University or other post-secondary institutions, with a passing grade of 65%. Non-refundable, per course, exemption application fee $50.00 + HST.
Course(s) must have been completed at an accredited institution. For courses that have been taken outside of Canada, an original equivalency report from WES, ICAS, or CES is required to confirm the institution is accredited.
Please note that an exemption granted by Future EDge only applies to our program and does not guarantee a similar exemption from the CHRP/CHRL requirements.
Instructors
Blake LeClair
- Senior Financial Analyst at Ross Video
Cindy Newell
- Vice President, People, Culture and Strategy at Ottawa Community Housing
Devin Winson
- Senior Compensation Analyst at Export Development Canada
Katerina Timmons
- Regional People & Culture Manager at MOVATI Athletic
Leah DeVellis
- Founder & Senior Learning Consultant at Inhabit Learning
Nancy Delcellier
- Director, Environmental Health & Safety at Carleton University
Shaun Cawley
- Developmental Coach and Director, People Business Partners at StackAdapt
Participant Stories
Discounts
All Carleton University alumni are eligible for a 10% discount off select Future EDge courses. Simply email futureedge@carleton.ca with your student number and full name prior to your registration to request your discount.
Discounts cannot be combined and do not apply to certificate or exemption fees. Discounts must be requested prior to registration; retroactive discounts cannot be applied.
For more information about course discounts, please email FutureEDge@carleton.ca, or call: (613)-520-3486