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Human Resources (HR) Program

Associate of Applied Science│2 Years│63 Credits│Beaver Dam, Fond du Lac, West Bend, Online│Eligible for Financial Aid

Statewide Median Salary for Recent Graduates: $42,250

No two days are the same in the HR field, from problem-solving to helping others succeed, to navigating the ever-changing employment laws. An associate degree in Human Resources from Moraine Park Technical College can help you get started in a career you’ll love.

The Human Resources Associate of Applied Science degree at Moraine Park sets students up for a successful HR career by laying a strong foundation in communication, human relations and business fundamentals.

Students learn to recruit, hire, and onboard new team members, maintain personnel records, coordinate compensation and benefit programs, and administer safety programs. They are equipped to support managers as they lead and motivate employees. Graduates are prepared for a variety of roles within Human Resources and Talent Development including recruitment, training, onboarding, as well as compensation and benefits roles.

The Human Resources Associate of Applied Science degree at Moraine Park sets students up for a successful HR career by laying a strong foundation in communication, human relations and business fundamentals. Students learn from instructors who have worked in the field and teach only the most up-to-date strategies in recruiting; coordinating the hiring, benefits, and training and orientation process; maintaining personnel records; safety; and planning company special events and functions.

Potential careers include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Human Resource Management
  • Human Resources Generalist
  • Recruiter and Talent Acquisition
  • Human Resource Training and Development
  • Human Resource Coordinator
  • Benefits Specialist

Median Salary for Recent Graduates: $54,991

Statewide Median Salary for Recent Graduates: $42,250

Consider earning a certificate degree along this pathway.

Course Requirements

Course requirements are subject to change. Visit our catalog for up-to-date information.

Course Highlights

  • Business and Employee Relations
  • Business Media Management
  • Legal Issues in the Workplace
  • More

Moraine Park’s admissions starts with the online application. The admissions steps and financial aid process can take 4-5 weeks for some programs, so plan ahead.

View and begin standard admissions steps.

If you have any questions or need help with the process, please contact us at  admissions@morainepark.edu OR 920-924-3200, TTY/VP:Use Relay VRS.

Estimated Costs

Estimated costs below are based on the 2023-2024 school year. These fees look at the cost to complete all classes. Costs, textbooks and supplies subject to change. For more details, see Cost of Attendance.

$11,258.10

Current tuition and fees

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Textbooks*

*Based on new books, rental, electronic, and used options may be available.

Tuition Costs

The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors such as total credits required, textbooks and the financial aid you receive. Some programs have additional costs such as uniforms, technology and equipment.

Please refer to the Tuition & Fee Information for enrollment fee information.

Cost of Attendance

Cost of attendance (sometimes referred to as the “sticker price”) is the maximum amount of money it costs to attend college for one year and is used to determine your financial aid offering.

While attending Moraine Park during the 2024-25 school year, your estimated cost of attendance for one full year includes tuition of $4,462 (15 credits for fall and spring semester), fees of $338, food and housing of $3,008 (if living with parents, $9,147 if living on your own), books and supplies of $1,465, personal expenses of $3,608, and transportation of $4,017 for a total of $17,002. Your direct costs (those costs paid directly to the college) include tuition & fees. The indirect costs (costs not paid to the college) can vary from individual to individual and your own personal needs.

HR Student Voices

"The teachers and MPTC realize that there are different types of students. They work with you to be successful by helping and assisting with various obstacles that may arise. The HR program also takes a real-life approach to various topics in the field. There are connections made at MPTC and the HR program helps ensure a successful career." - Jenn Lederer

High school dual credit provides high school students the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school, without leaving their high school classroom. The courses are taught by certified high school instructors using technical college curriculum, grading policies and textbooks.

Has previous life experience already helped you build knowledge and skills applicable to your studies? Applying previously earned credits to a program of study can save you both time spent in the classroom and money spent on tuition and fees.

Transferring here is easy! You can transfer in prior college work by submitting official college transcripts or get a free transcript review.

Financial Aid is provided to aid eligible associate degree and technical diploma programs with 28 credits or more. Processing can take 6-8 weeks after a student’s completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is received.

Financial Aid is available for associate degree and technical diploma programs (those that are 2 semesters in length and typically with 28 credits or more). Processing can take 4-5 weeks after a student’s completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is received. Visit the Financial Aid page to learn more.

Our recruiters on any of the three campuses are ready to help you plan your future!