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Skills, Education and Experience

Skills

  • ability to work independently and in a team
  • excellent oral and written communication
  • good analytical abilities
  • strong critical thinking ability
  • excellent problem-solving skills
  • understanding of business principles and procedures
  • work well under pressure

Education and Experience

In order to work as a human resources specialist you need a university degree or college diploma in a field related to personnel management (including business administration, industrial relations, commerce or psychology).

Other professional requirements may include:

  • Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation
  • three to five years of progressive experience in a position related to personnel administration
  • extensive skills in using computer-based management-information systems

 

 

Qualifications

This occupation is not regulated in British Columbia.
There are no mandatory requirements for licensing or professional certification in order to work as a human resources specialist in BC.

However, the Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation is becoming increasingly important to many employers.

Sources: WorkBC Career Profiles, Job Bank Canada

Information about obtaining the CPHR designation is available at: