HR Skills Development
Boost your earning potential by acquiring a certificate or industry-recognized credential in human resources and equip yourself with the essential skills to fast-track your career.
Available Trainings
Here is a list of some of our most popular Human Resource trainings.
- SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Exam Prep Course
- Project Management Non-Credit Certificate (FLEX)
- Human Resources Management Certificate
- Building an Inclusive Organization
- Compensation and Benefits
- Cybersecurity for Human Resources Professionals
- HR Skills™ Best Practices Certificate
To view all of the options available, click on the link below.
Recertification Professional Development Credits
We offer SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) as well as HRCI Credits that allow Human Resource Professionals to maintain their industry-recognized certification credits. Click below to access our catalog of courses and certificates that provide recertification credits.
Workforce Skills Trainings
Are you an HR professional looking for professional development opportunities for your staff? Check out these different options available.
Available Trainings

- Type: Hybrid (In-Person and Live Online via Zoom)
- Start Date: 09/11/2025
- End Date: 11/20/202
- Meeting Time(s): Thursdays, Bi-Weekly, 6-9 pm
- Cost: Registration Opening Soon!
- Credits: 36 SHRM PDCs
- Includes: Course Materials, SHRM LMS System Access, and Certificate
Overview
Offered in partnership with SHRM, this program is an intensive one that combines expert instruction with the SHRM Learning System®, which helps participants learn faster, retain more knowledge, and stay on track for exam success. Throughout our program, participants acquire the competencies and knowledge needed to achieve SHRM certification, which is recognized globally as the standard for HR professionals.
View more detailed SHRM information here.
This program is offered in partnership with SHRM.
Instructor(s)
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Sheronda Glass, PhD Human Resources Director, University of Wisconsin-Parkside |
Sheronda Glass has worked for the University of Wisconsin-Parkside since 2016 and is currently the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Human Resources, and Employee Engagement. She is a human resources executive with 25+ years of HR experience having worked in a variety of industries, including healthcare, consumer products/manufacturing, and most recently, K-12 education. She has extensive experience in the areas of HR strategic planning, conflict resolution, performance management, labor relations, and diversity management. She has also worked as a consultant for over six years, consulting in both for-profit and non-profit organizations. She is a certified trainer/facilitator in the areas of conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, performance management, and cultural competency.
Sheronda received her Ph.D. in Business Management with a specialization in Human Resources from Capella University. She has taught human resources courses including Performance Management, Introduction to Human Resources Management, and currently teaches Essential Personal Skills for Project Management and Staffing Organizations. She has also achieved the Professional in Human Resources certification awarded from the Society for Human Resources Management and the HR Certification Institute. She is a facilitator for the prep course for SHRM professional certifications and SHRM Essentials for non-HR managers. She is the recipient of the 2018 Milwaukee Business Journal HR Award and the UW System 2019 Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award.
Objectives
The SHRM Learning System contains modules of study based on the SHRM BASK. You'll access each learning module online via the embedded e-reader, which allows you to navigate quickly and easily from reading a module to completing activities and answering questions to check your progress.
HR Competencies Module
Leadership & Navigation, Ethical Practice, Business Acumen, Consultation, Critical Evaluation, Relationship Management, Global & Cultural Effectiveness, Communication
Organization Module
Structure of the HR Function, Organizational Effectiveness & Development, Workforce Management, Employee & Labor Relations, Technology Management
People Module
HR Strategic Planning, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement & Retention, Learning & Development, Total Rewards
Workplace Module
HR in the Global Context, Diversity & Inclusion, Risk Management, Corporate Social Responsibility, Employment Law & Regulations (U.S. Only)
Reviews
"The SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Exam Prep Course was extremely helpful in preparation for the exam. The instructor did a great job in teaching you how to “unpack” the questions to really understand what SHRM is looking for, resulting in correct answers. The exam is difficult, and I don’t think I could have passed it without taking the prep course." - Kelly Schmitz, SHRM-SCP - Dordeck Building Solutions, attended Spring 2024
"When I initially signed up for the SHRM prep course, I wasn't sure what to expect. I heard the test was difficult and that a lot of studying was required. This turned out to be absolutely correct, and the best way to study is through UW-Parkside's SHRM prep course. The professor, Sheronda Glass was more than well versed in the HR field and her style of teaching really helped me understand the material I was studying and eased my anxiety about retaining it, despite having 4 books of information to go through. Professor Glass always encouraged questions and discussion and was very motivational to me and all the other students in class that were nervous about learning all the information over the course of 3 months. I highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to become certified in SHRM whether it's CP or SCP." - Alex Clark, SHRM-CP attended Spring 2024
"This SHRM prep course was extremely helpful. Dr. Glass was very knowledgeable and related the topics to her real-world experiences. This class definitely helped me digest the material I was reading. Dr. Glass also broke down the practice problems in a way I could understand to help me find the best answer and solution. I would highly recommend taking this class if you plan on pursuing the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP Certification." - Bethany Rennock, SHRM-CP - Northwestern Mutual, attended Spring 2023 session
"Dr. Glass was a pleasure to learn from and really listened to the needs of the students. All practice exam answers were explained, we went backwards or forwards when necessary, and still managed to laugh a lot! Highly recommended." - Katie Dorece, SHRM-CP - Guaranteed Rate, attended Spring 2021
"Three excellent things came from this course: (1) Excellent material, the course provided accurate material to help study for the exam. (2) Excellent educator, Dr. Glass did an amazing job helping us understand how to read and interpret the questions. (3) Excellent people, the people that I met throughout the course provide an amazing network to assist with studying and future connections." -Michael Tinholt, SHRM-CP - Uline, attended Spring 2021 session
FAQ
Who is this prep course designed for?
Even if you are eligible to sit for the SHRM-SCP exam, you may still choose to pursue the SHRM-CP. This credential is designed for HR professionals who are engaged primarily in operational roles—implementing policies, serving as the HR point of contact for staff and stakeholders, and/or performing day-to-day HR functions. If this is your focus, the SHRM-CP is likely your best option.
The SHRM-SCP certification is designed for HR professionals at a senior level who operate primarily in a strategic role—developing policies and strategies, overseeing the execution of HR operations, analyzing performance metrics, and/or contributing to the alignment of HR strategies to organizational goals.
Are there any software requirements?
For those attending virtually, a solid internet connection and computer compatibility with Zoom are required. If you need assistance in determining your setup, please reach out to us!

- Type: Online, Self-Paced
- Start Date: On Demand
- Cost: $79
- Credits: 0.3 IACET CEUs | 3 SHRM PDCs | 3 HRCI Credits | 3 ATD CI Credits
- Includes: Course Materials and Certificate
Overview
In Artificial Intelligence for HR Professionals, you will learn about different kinds of artificial intelligence (AI), including machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI. You will then explore how AI impacts talent acquisition, talent development, compensation and benefits, employee relations and engagement, and performance management.
This course will explain the benefits and challenges of using AI, which HR responsibilities are best assisted by AI tools, and the importance of human oversight. You will also explore ethical behavior and legal compliance of AI use in the HR field, as well as how AI affects bias and the achievement of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Objectives
Learning Outcomes
- Define the phases of artificial intelligence (AI)
- Differentiate between supervised learning, unsupervised learning, and reinforcement learning
- Identify HR applications of machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI
- Explain how AI supports talent acquisition and talent management
- Describe how AI impacts compensation management and performance management
- Explain how AI affects employee relations and engagement
- Identify the most effective training data to best utilize AI
- Describe ethical issues and biases related to AI
- Identify advantages and disadvantages of utilizing AI tools to achieve diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives
- Explain AI-related legislation pertaining to HR functions
FAQ
Key Features
- Mobile-friendly
- Audio-enabled
- Badge and credit-awarding
- Fully accessible
- Games & Flashcards
- Expert-supported
- Video content
Refund Policy
You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.
Notes
Estimated time to complete: 3 hours
This course includes an “Ask the Expert” feature. You can use this feature to submit questions about course content. A subject matter expert will provide guidance or point you to additional resources for the topics you’re studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.
As an IACET Accredited Provider, MindEdge offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard.
Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 70% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs.

- Type: Online, Self-Paced
- Start Date: Open Enrollment
- End Date: 1 Year Access
- Cost: $399
- Credits: Yes (See FAQ tab)
- Includes: Certificate, Badge
Overview
This suite of courses will teach you the basics of managing the benefits and policies that support an effective staff. Each 3 to 5-hour, self-paced course offers an assortment of interactive exercises, videos, selected readings, case studies, and self-assessments that will engage you and structure your learning about human resource management.
Objectives
Courses Included in this Certificate
- Compensation and Benefits
- Employee Selection
- Performance Management
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Talent Management and Career Development
- Introduction to Human Resource Management
- Data and Human Resource Management
Reviews
"Informative and interesting. Good content with a nice mix of videos, quizzes and games."
"This is an amazing course and has enhanced my views on how decisions are or could be made within a company. Would recommend it to anyone with an interest in Human Resources or how it can operate."
FAQ
Which recertification credits are available?
6 PMI PDUs, 1.75 Leadership PDUs, 3 Strategic and Business Management PDUs, 1.25 Technical PM PDUs, 2.1 IACET CEUs, 21 HRCI Credits, 19.5 SHRM PDCs
What are the minimum technical requirements?
Software:
- Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice
- The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ )
Web Browser:
- An updated version of one of the major modern browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, or Internet Explorer 11
- Cookies must be enabled
- JavaScript must be enabled
- Reliable internet connection:
- Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience.
Note: Some courses may have additional hardware and/or software requirements. Any additional requirements will be listed in the course description and course syllabus.
What is your refund policy?
You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed.
How do I contact technical support?
To report technical issues please email us at support@mindedge.com.
How do I get my certificate?
Upon successful completion, you can download a printable certificate of completion for this online course suite. This certificate has no textbooks or prerequisites.
What are badges?
We now issue Badges, an online standard to recognize and verify learning, for more than 100 courses and simulations offered here online.
Badges allow students and professionals to publicly share their skills, knowledge, and accomplishments online, which may help with future career and education opportunities. Learners can manage and share badges across the web from their Badgr. (You can set up a free Badgr at https://badgr.com/.)
Learners who successfully complete their course or simulation will earn Badges. They can share their credentials online through social media and display them on resumes and transcripts.

- Type: Online, Self-Paced
- Start Date: Open Enrollment
- End Date: 1 Year Access
- Cost: $350
- Credits: Yes (See FAQ tab)
- Includes: Certificate, Badge
Overview
The HR Skills™ Best Practices certificate consists of courses focused on the behaviors, practices and approaches that enable HR professionals and managers to foster better connections, communicate effectively, provide useful feedback, and navigate difficult situations. Through quizzes, games, real-world scenarios and commentary from subject matter experts, the HR Skills™ Best Practices certificate helps the learner begin to develop the skills that are the key to a cohesive workforce. The certificate consists of 8 courses that are online and self-paced, providing flexibility in completing the curriculum.
Objectives
Courses Included in this Certificate
- Conflict Resolution
- Handling Difficult Conversations
- Leadership and HR
- Problem-Solving
- Progressive Discipline
- SMART Goals for Performance Evaluation
FAQ
Which recertification credits are available?
6 PMI PDUs, 2.5 Leadership PDUs, 1.25 Strategic and Business Management PDUs, 2.25 Technical PM PDUs, 1.7 IACET CEUs, 16 HRCI Credits, 16 SHRM PDCs
Software:
- Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice
- The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ )
Web Browser:
- An updated version of one of the major modern browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, or Internet Explorer 11
- Cookies must be enabled
- JavaScript must be enabled
- Reliable internet connection:
- Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience.
Note: Some courses may have additional hardware and/or software requirements. Any additional requirements will be listed in the course description and course syllabus.
What is your refund policy?
You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed.
How do I contact technical support?
To report technical issues please email us at support@mindedge.com.
What are badges?
We now issue Badges, an online standard to recognize and verify learning, for more than 100 courses and simulations offered here online.
Badges allow students and professionals to publicly share their skills, knowledge, and accomplishments online, which may help with future career and education opportunities. Learners can manage and share badges across the web from their Badgr. (You can set up a free Badgr at https://badgr.com/.)
Learners who successfully complete their course or simulation will earn Badges. They can share their credentials online through social media and display them on resumes and transcripts.

- Type: Online, Self-Paced
- Start Date: Open Enrollment
- End Date: 3 Month Access
- Cost: $79
- Credits: Yes (See FAQ tab)
Overview
This course introduces cybersecurity concepts to those who work in the field of human resources. Particular focus is placed on working in conjunction with more technical departments in delivering to employees effective training and policies regarding corporate security. The course also engages learners on security concerns specific to the type of data handled by human resources departments.
Objectives
Learning Outcomes:
- Exhibit a foundational understanding of cybersecurity
- Responsibly advocate for HR's role in cybersecurity policy and training
- Develop the communication tools necessary to interface with technical and security professionals in the workplace
- Identify major legislation in relation to workplace cybersecurity
- Enumerate specific programs that HR professionals should implement in regard to employee training and motivation for cybersecurity
- Display the knowledge and mindset to participate in strategic planning around the topics of cybersecurity, governance, incident response, and business continuity
FAQ
Which recertification credits are available?
3 PMI PDUs, 1.5 Leadership PDUs, 1.25 Strategic and Business Management PDUs, 0.25 Technical PM PDUs, 0.3 IACET CEUs, 3 HRCI Credits, 3 SHRM PDCs
What are the minimum technical requirements?
Software:
- Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice
- The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ )
Web Browser:
- An updated version of one of the major modern browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, or Internet Explorer 11
- Cookies must be enabled
- JavaScript must be enabled
- Reliable internet connection:
- Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience.
Note: Some courses may have additional hardware and/or software requirements. Any additional requirements will be listed in the course description and course syllabus.
What is your refund policy?
You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed.
How do I contact technical support?
To report technical issues please email us at support@mindedge.com.
What are badges?
We now issue Badges, an online standard to recognize and verify learning, for more than 100 courses and simulations offered here online.
Badges allow students and professionals to publicly share their skills, knowledge, and accomplishments online, which may help with future career and education opportunities. Learners can manage and share badges across the web from their Badgr. (You can set up a free Badgr at https://badgr.com/.)
Learners who successfully complete their course or simulation will earn Badges. They can share their credentials online through social media and display them on resumes and transcripts.
- Type: Online, Self-Paced
- Start Date: Every Month
- End Date: 24 Weeks
- Cost: $1,995
Overview
This certificate was designed from the ground-up around the PMI standards for project management. In fact, this certificate satisfies the educational requirements needed to sit for the highly sought-after PMP certification. The PMP is the industry gold standard for project management professionals.
This certificate program walks you through an entire project lifecycle—from writing the project charter and scope statement, to assessing the project risks, and closing out a successful deliverable. The certificate focuses on traditional—or “waterfall”— project management, but will also teach you principles of agile.
Instructor(s)
Sheronda Glass: Sheronda Glass has worked for the University of Wisconsin-Parkside since 2016 and is currently the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Human Resources and Employee Engagement. She is a human resources executive with 25+ years of HR experience having worked in a variety of industries, including healthcare, consumer products/manufacturing, and most recently, K-12 education. She has extensive experience in the areas of HR strategic planning, conflict resolution, performance management, labor relations, and diversity management. She has also worked as a consultant for over six years, consulting in both for-profit and non-profit organizations. She is a certified trainer/facilitator in the areas of conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, performance management, and cultural competency.
Sheronda received her Ph.D. in Business Management with a specialization in Human Resources from Capella University. She has taught human resources courses including Performance Management, and Introduction to Human Resources Management, and currently teaches Essential Personal Skills for Project Management and Staffing Organizations. She has also achieved the Professional in Human Resources certification awarded by the Society for Human Resources Management and the HR Certification Institute. She is a facilitator for the prep course for SHRM professional certifications and SHRM Essentials for non-HR managers. She is the recipient of the 2018 Milwaukee Business Journal HR Award and the UW System 2019 Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award.
Jordania Leon-Jordan: Ms. Leon-Jordan received her bachelor's degree from UW-Stevens-Point and her master's degree in Business Administration from UW-Parkside. Ms. Leon-Jordan is a certified project management professional (PMP), teaches project management for the College of Business, Economics and Computing (CBEC), and leads UW-Parkside's IT strategic planning efforts.
As the CIO, Ms. Leon-Jordan serves as the head of the Campus Technology Services (CTS) department reporting directly to the Provost.
Ms. Leon-Jordan's responsibilities include overseeing the Applications Development, Client Services, Desktop Support, Networking, and Web Management teams; developing and communicating the vision and strategic technology goals supportive of all University entities engaged in the deployment and use of information technology; actively participating in and providing leadership in UW System and statewide information technology needs, among others.
Objectives
This certificate uses projects to simulate the types of experiences you might face in the workplace. This applied learning format ensures that you master the key concepts in action, and it prepares you with a portfolio of work that prospective employers will find valuable.
Throughout this certificate, you will learn the skills needed to manage a project from conception to close.
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PMGT 315X: A System for Value Delivery
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You’ll explore a system of value delivery and how projects operate within a system to produce value for organizations and their stakeholders. You’ll also learn to recognize value delivery components and how these components work together to deliver value that is aligned with an organization’s strategy.
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PMGT 316X: Principles of Project Management
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Master the foundational principles of project management as they relate to strategy, decision-making, and problem-solving. You’ll also apply these principles (as well as ethical principles) to a case study, where you’ll have to consider several factors including the organization, project, deliverables, project team, stakeholders, and more.
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PMGT 317X: Stakeholder and Team Project Performance Domains
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Gain an understanding of the Stakeholder and Team domains and the essential interpersonal, leadership, and critical thinking skills necessary to achieve desired project outcomes. This course is one in a series that will look at the Project Management Institute’s eight project performance domains.
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PMGT 318X: Development Approach and Life Cycle Project Performance Domain
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This course will explore the Development Approach & Life Cycle Performance Domain. Students will be introduced to activities and functions associated with the development approach, cadence, and life cycle phases of the project. Assessments will evaluate students’ understanding to assess project deliverables to determine the most appropriate development approach such as a predictive, adaptive, or hybrid approach, and the ability to develop the appropriate life cycle for a project.
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PMGT 319X: Planning Performance Domain
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This course covers the Planning domain. You’ll learn the activities and functions associated with the initial, ongoing, and evolving organization and coordination necessary to deliver project deliverables and outcomes. Moreover, you’ll determine the delivery, estimating, and scheduling methods for a project and create plans for communication, resource procurement, change management, and measuring project success. This course is one in a series that will look at the Project Management Institute’s eight project performance domains.
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PMGT 320X: Project Performance Domains
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This course covers two domains: Work and Delivery. You’ll be introduced to the activities and functions associated with establishing project processes, managing physical resources, and fostering a learning environment. You’ll also learn ways to ensure that the scope and quality of a project are achieved. This course is one in a series that will look at the Project Management Institute’s eight project performance domains.
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PMGT 321X: Measurement and Uncertainty Project Performance Domains
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Learn how to assess and maintain project performance throughout the life of a project and, importantly, how to assess and manage uncertainty and risk. This course is one in a series that will look at the Project Management Institute’s eight project performance domains.
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PMGT 322X: Tailoring
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Project management professionals deliberately adapt projects throughout their life cycles to make them more suitable for a given environment or type of work. In this course, you’ll learn about tailoring, the four parts of the tailoring process, and how to select and adjust project factors to ensure value for an organization.
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PMGT 323X: Models, Methods and Artifacts
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Various models, methods, and artifacts are used in project management to achieve success. In this course, you’ll examine how leadership, communication, motivation, change, complexity, team development, and other models are applied in project management, as well as about common methods and artifacts for achieving specific goals within a project life cycle.
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PMGT 324X: Agile Framework
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Gain an understanding of the agile framework—its tools, situational guidelines, and various approaches—to successfully achieve the expected outcomes of any project. If you’re new to project management, you’ll be introduced to the agile approach and how it can be adapted to fit any project. For experienced project managers, you’ll learn how to integrate agile values and principles with approaches you might already be familiar with, like waterfall.
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Reviews
"I wanted to let you know that doing the project management certificate has really paid off for me. I was able to frame my existing skills in new ways, and think outside the box when it came to what I might want to pursue.
I am starting a 1/2 time position, which will still allow me to continue my singing career, through the UW extension program. I'll be working as a regional coordinator for a grant funded farmer's market project. I'm really excited for this new experience and feel like my confidence in applying for the position came in a large part from doing the project management certificate." - Emily Fons
FAQ
Competency-based education explained
Simply put: In competency-based education, it’s about what you know and are able to do, not how long it takes you to master the course materials.
In the traditional higher education model, you must spend a fixed amount of time in the classroom – usually fifteen week semesters – regardless if you know the material and want to move ahead, or if you don’t quite grasp it and needed extra time. We believe that not all student learning can – or should – fit within a rigid timetable.
Competency-based education turns that traditional model on its head. Your progress through your coursework is based on your ability to prove you have mastered competencies—the skills, abilities, and knowledge required in an area of study. You do this by passing assessments after you’ve reviewed the learning resources. However long it takes you to master the material is unique to you.
What are the benefits of competency-based education?
By focusing on what you know rather than how much time you spend learning, competency-based education puts you in control of your education like never before. Instead of working at an instructor’s pace, you can use your existing knowledge to work at your own pace. You prove mastery of competencies whenever you’re ready to do so.
The idea is especially appealing for the millions of American adults with busy schedules who already have significant knowledge or even some college credits, but no degree. Many of our students tell us that the flexibility provided by UW Flexible Option programs allowed them to finally complete their degree and fulfill a lifelong personal goal.
The competency-based UW Flexible Option is:
- 100% Online. Complete your coursework from your living room, a coffee shop, or the office. The only time you need to come to campus is to walk in the graduation ceremony when you finish!
- Flexible. No scheduled log-on times, no commutes. The UW Flexible Option lets you start any month and work toward your degree on your own time. Want to take breaks in between courses? Go for it. Your coursework won’t get in the way of the rest of your busy life.
- At Your Own Pace. Take assessments whenever you are ready. As soon as you prove mastery, you receive credit and can move on, without having to wait for the next lesson or semester. Move quickly through material you know or take more time if you need it.
- Accredited. The UW Flexible Option builds on the University of Wisconsin System’s reputation for quality and innovation. All UW Flexible Option programs are accredited and are built by the same faculty who teach on UW System campuses.
- Supportive. The programs are at your own pace, but you’re not alone. Receive personalized advising from a Success Coach who is there from when you start the program through your graduation. They help make sure you have the resources to be best setup for success.
- Affordable. Instead of paying by course or by credit, the UW Flexible Option lets you pay a flat rate for a subscription period. If you are highly motivated and have significant experience related to your degree, you may be able to accelerate your progress and shorten your time to graduation. This structure saves you time and money.
Is competency-based education right for you?
Although competency-based education offers returning adult learners like yourself a real opportunity to earn professional skills while balancing work and family, this innovative model is not for everyone. But if you are the right kind of student—experienced, self-directed, and motivated to succeed—then the competency-based UW Flexible Option may be just the right fit.
Additional Notes: Earning the non-credit Agile Project Management certificate is a great choice for someone with a bachelor’s degree—or higher—seeking professional development and is not interested in earning additional academic credits. With fixed start and end points, this non-credit certificate gives you 24 weeks to complete the program, so plan your start date at a time that works best for you.
This program has a one-time tuition cost of $1,995.00, which covers the full 24 week program.
Still unsure if this is the best option for you? Call one of our advisers at 608-800-6762, they are happy to answer any questions.

- Type: Online, Self-Paced
- Start Date: On Demand
- Cost: $659
- Credits: See FAQ Tab for details
- Includes: “Ask the Expert” feature
Overview
This online course introduces learners to the basics of project management. Throughout six segments, learners will practice the foundational skills of project management, consider the ethics involved in leading a team, and explore similarities and contrasts between Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies. The self-paced course offers an assortment of interactive exercises, videos, selected readings, case studies, and self-assessments that engage students and provide opportunities to practice project management skills.
Objectives
Topics covered in the course:
- Managing Real World Projects
- Project Management Team Leadership
- Ethics for Project Managers
- Emotional Intelligence for Project Managers
- Effectively Managing Project Stakeholders
- Integrating Agile into a Waterfall Environment
Download the complete syllabus with learning outcomes here.
Courses Included in this Certificate
- Managing Real World Projects
- Ethics for Project Managers
- Emotional Intelligence for Project Managers
- Effectively Managing Project Stakeholders
- Project Management Team Leadership
- Integrating Agile Into a Waterfall Environment
- Project Management Introduction Course (ACE CREDIT®)
- Project Management Final Exam (ACE CREDIT®)
Reviews
All project managers should participate in this course. - Lucky C.
The course was very insightful and educative. Learnt a whole lot about project management. - Diana D.
I found the course very complete and very well explained. - Diego Armando R.
This was a great training to learn about PM tools, processes, and how to be a successful PM. I appreciated the whys behind which tools to use and when, why they are important, how to use them. I would recommend this training to someone who wants to improve their PM knowledge. - Breanna M.
I thoroughly enjoyed this course. It was engaging and easy to follow with interesting feedback from the professionals. I refreshed my past knowledge on ethics and learned some new things. Thank you. - Gordana A.
FAQ
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This course has been evaluated by The American Council on Education's College Credit Recommendation Service (ACE CREDIT®) with a recommendation of 3 credits, lower division, in project management or fundamentals of project management.
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A student's grade in the course will be based on their performance on a final, cumulative exam. The final exam is composed of 50 multiple-choice questions. Students will have 2 hours to complete the exam. The exam is proctored. For more information, please see the syllabus.
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If students do not earn a passing score of 70% on their first attempt, they will have the opportunity to take the exam 1 additional time (2 total attempts). Students must wait 24 hours between exam retakes. A passing score of 70% of above is required to request college credit for this certificate.
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Estimated Time to Complete: 44 hours
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Access Time: 730 days
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Rating: 98%
CREDITS EARNED IN THIS COURSE INCLUDE:
- 4.1 IACET CEUs
- 37 SHRM PDCs
- 44 ATD CI Credits
- 41 PMI PDUs
- 16.5 Ways of Working PDUs
- 18 Power Skills PDUs
- 6.5 Business Acumen PDUs
- 37 HRCI Credits
- 3 ACE Credits
KEY FEATURES
- Mobile-friendly
- Audio-enabled
- Badge and credit-awarding
- Real-world case studies
- Fully accessible
- Expert-supported
- Games & Flashcards
- Video content

- Type: Online, Self-Paced
- Start Date: Open Enrollment
- End Date: 3 Month Access
- Cost: $79
- Credits: Yes (See FAQ tab)
- Includes: Badge
Overview
Learn how to create an inclusive work culture, prioritize diversity, and build an inclusive workspace, both in person and in remote work settings. In this course, you'll examine how to address cognitive bias and unconscious bias in recruiting, hiring, retaining, and developing a workforce. This course will also provide tools for being an inclusive leader and demonstrates the importance this role serves in creating and building an inclusive organization.
Objectives
Learning Outcomes:
- Outline strategies for prioritizing diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace
- Differentiate between unconscious bias and cognitive bias
- Describe strategies to increase diversity and reduce bias in your hiring process
- Explain the role of data analytics in identifying and addressing bias
- Strengthen your skills as an inclusive leader
- Describe the connection between inclusion and innovation
- Explain how to incorporate inclusion into remote work settings
FAQ
Which recertification credits are available?
0.3 IACET CEUs, 3 HRCI Credits
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What are badges?
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- Type: Online, Self-Paced
- Start Date: Open Enrollment
- End Date: 3 Month Access
- Cost: $79
- Credits: Yes (See FAQ tab)
- Includes: Badge
Overview
Understanding compensation practices and policies are crucial for any business owner, HR professional, or manager. In this introductory-level course, you will consider issues surrounding the key aspects of pay policy: legal requirements, pay equity within an organization, competitive pay within the relevant industry, how and when to grant raises, and different ways payment can be structured. Earn SHRM and HRCI credit as you develop your compensation expertise.
Objectives
Learning Outcomes:
- Differentiate between compensation systems
- Distinguish between legally mandated and discretionary benefits
- Explain how compensation and benefits relate to employee motivation
- Describe different healthcare plans and their advantages and disadvantages
- Identify the value of benefits that help employees achieve work-life balance
- Define pay for performance
- Define differential pay
- Describe methods of achieving pay equity
- Distinguish between employees and independent contractors
- Distinguish between exempt and nonexempt employees
- Comply with relevant state and federal "wage and hour" laws
Reviews
"Excellent course for employees new to HR and a refresher for seasoned professionals."
"A wealth of information! I really appreciate the interactive games after each segment in order to make sure that I am understanding the material!"
FAQ
Which recertification credits are available?
0.3 IACET CEUs, 3 HRCI Credits, 3 SHRM PDCs
What are the minimum technical requirements?
Software:
- Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice
- The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ )
Web Browser:
- An updated version of one of the major modern browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, or Internet Explorer 11
- Cookies must be enabled
- JavaScript must be enabled
- Reliable internet connection:
- Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience.
Note: Some courses may have additional hardware and/or software requirements. Any additional requirements will be listed in the course description and course syllabus.
What is your refund policy?
You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed.
How do I contact technical support?
To report technical issues please email us at support@mindedge.com.
What are badges?
We now issue Badges, an online standard to recognize and verify learning, for more than 100 courses and simulations offered here online.
Badges allow students and professionals to publicly share their skills, knowledge, and accomplishments online, which may help with future career and education opportunities. Learners can manage and share badges across the web from their Badgr. (You can set up a free Badgr at https://badgr.com/.)
Learners who successfully complete their course or simulation will earn Badges. They can share their credentials online through social media and display them on resumes and transcripts.
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