The Major in Human Resource Development

Major competencies that students will gain:
1) Knowledge of different organizational settings in which teaching and
    learning occur 
2) Knowledge of the training, educational and development needs of
    organizations
3) Skills in task analysis, program planning, and program design in
    keeping with organizational needs
4) Ability to apply principles of learning and motivation to develop
    instructional programs for adults
5) Sensitivity to the psychological and cultural needs of diverse
    populations needed for adaptation of training/educational planning; and
6) Ability to use instructional methods and technology, appropriate for the
    learning needs of organizations.

Required Courses (36 total hours): 
 
Number
Name
Credits
ELAD-HRD 300
Principles and Practices in Human Resource Development
3 credits
ELAD-HRD 301
Adult Teaching/Learning Process
3 credits
ELAD-HRD 310
Instructional Techniques and Technology
3 credits
ELAD-HRD 315
Computer Utilization in Human Resource Development
3 credits
ELAD-HRD 320
Dynamics of Working with Groups and Individuals
3 credits
ELAD-HRD 321
Designing Instruction in Human Resource Development
3 credits
ELAD-HRD 325
Communication and Human Resource Development
3 credits
ELAD-HRD 329
Internship and Seminar in Human Resource Development
9 credits
 
HRD Electives*
6 credits
 * Each student, after consultation with the program coordinator and/or advisor, will select 6 additional credit hours. The selection of courses will be  guided by the student's career objectives and will focus on competencies relevant to them. Electives may include HRD courses or relevant courses from other departments. Electives can sometimes be found in a student's transfer credits.

Other Requirements
Human Resource Development majors must be fully admitted to the College of Education prior to registering for ELAD-HRD 329 (Internship and Seminar in Human Resource Development). (also see Forms: Checklist Requirements). 

Additional Area of Concentration of 18-33 credits
Students will complete either a second major or a minor in a related area such as business, communications, criminal justice, computer science, instructional media, psychology, recreation, or social work.
Additional Electives 
Students with weaknesses in any area such as communication skills may be required to select electives with the goal of developing these skills. 
Internship 
The internship is a 9 credit hour course (HRD 329) that should be taken during the Student's last semester of course work. It is intended to provide HRD majors with a capstone experience that will bridge the gap between course work and professional practice. The internship offers students an opportunity to:
   1) apply their accumulated knowledge to a real project that meets a real
        need within a real organization and 
   2) work with a practicing HRD professional at a sponsoring organization.
The internship will require approximately 300 hours over the course of the
semester -- approximately 20 hours a week during a 15 week semester. 
Registration for this course requires prior authorization. Authorization requires students to:
   1)  Submit a proposal and have it approved.
   2)  Be admitted to the College of Education.
   3)  Have completed all the required HRD courses.

 
For additional information about anything relating to the HRD undergraduate major refer to the rest of the Undergraduate Program section, or contact Dr. Daniela Truty by phone (773- 442-4554) or e-mail ( D-Truty@neiu.edu ).

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The Minor in Human Resource Development
The Minor in Human Resource Development allows students to combine their interests in psychology, business, communications, social services, education, political science, or technical training with the study of the field of Human Resource Development and the development of skills important for practitioners in Human Resource Development.

Required Courses & Electives (18 total hours):
 
Number
Name
Credits
ELAD-HRD 300
Principles and Practices in Human Resource Development
3 credits
ELAD-HRD 301
Adult Teaching/Learning Process
3 credits
ELAD-HRD 310
Instructional Techniques and Technology
3 credits
ELAD-HRD 320
Dynamics of Working with Groups and Individuals
3 credits
 
HRD Electives*
6 credits

* Each student, after consultation with the program coordinator and/or advisor, will select 6 additional credit hours. The selection of courses will be  guided by the student's career objectives and will focus on competencies relevant to them. Electives may include HRD
courses or relevant courses from other departments. Electives can sometimes be found in a students' transfer credits.

HRD electives may include courses such as:
ELAD-HRD-315, Computer Utilization in Human Resource Development
ELAD-HRD-321, Designing Instruction in Human Resource Development
ELAD­HRD-325, Communication and Human Resource Development
ELAD-HRD-390, Computer Based Training
ELAD-HRD-362, Instructional Media in Human resource Development
These, as well as other courses, may be selected  with the approval of the
Human Resource Development advisor. 
 

 
For additional information about anything relating to the HRD undergraduate major refer to the rest of the Undergraduate Program section, or contact Dr. Daniela Truty by phone (773- 442-4554) or e-mail ( D-Truty@neiu.edu ). 
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Your HRD Advisor's Role
When you declare a major in the HRD Program, you will be assigned an Advisor.  Your Advisor will work with you to map out a plan of study, register for courses, monitor your progress toward graduation and meet any administrative requirements. Students are encouraged to meet with their Advisor at least once a semester. (see Forms).

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