Boost your confidence and comfort in your role
This professional development course is designed for entry-level HR professionals and individuals who support HR functions, equipping you with foundational knowledge in performance management, workplace compliance, and core HR operations. You will learn not only what actions to take, but why they matter, building the critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in an HR career.
With guidance from seasoned HR consultant Gina Smith, you will explore the value of well-developed workplace policies, sound documentation practices, and practical compliance strategies applied to real-world scenarios. The course also strengthens your ability to navigate people-related challenges, including performance and conduct management, employee engagement and retention, and effective workplace communication.
This course is offered in partnership with Rock Region Consulting.
Course Price: $300
Register NowThis course is designed primarily for entry-level HR professionals who typically have 0-3 years of experience in the field. This may include roles like:
- HR Generalist
- HR Specialist
- HR Assistant
It is also highly relevant for small business owners or staff supporting HR tasks, often referred to as “accidental HR”. This may include roles like:
- Office Manager
- Administrative Analyst
- Administrative Assistant
- Program Manager
- Schedule: April 1-22, Wednesdays, 3-5pm
- Course Length: 2 hours weekly for 4 weeks
- Format: This course meets in person
- Location: UA Little Rock – Reynolds Business Building
- Cost: $300 per person
- Core HR compliance areas, including federal and state (AR) laws
- Applying compliance to real-world scenarios
- Performance and conduct management
- Employee engagement and retention
- Communication skills and best practices for HR professionals
Meet Your Instructor
Gina Smith, PHR, is the CEO and Principal Consultant of Rock Region Consulting, Inc., and holds a Master of Science in Human Resource Management. She brings over a decade of experience supporting multi-state and international organizations across the full HR lifecycle, including compliance, employee relations, workforce strategy, and leadership development. A PHR-certified professional and experienced trainer, Gina translates complex HR requirements into practical, real-world knowledge.