Programs & Workshops
Human Resource Professional in Agricultural (HRPA)
APMA Human Resource Professional in Agriculture Certificate Program has a unique focus on agriculture and incorporates a wide range of topics that will help HR professional advance to the next level. It was developed and now being presented by the leading consultants in the field. The program is designed for working adults, with classes scheduled strategically to minimize disruption to your work. We invite all HR professionals to complete this certificate program and stay current on various issues, from legal compliance to employee relations. Graduates for this program will receive a prestigious designation of Human Resource Professional in Agriculture (HRPA).
New! To enter your HRPA Recertification Requirement please click here
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We are offering HRPA Certificate Program via Zoom. Please register online and we will send you Zoom invitation via email.
UPCOMING SESSIONS: Sessions will begin this summer. To receive the schedule once it’s available, please sign up for our email updates.
All sessions are offered in 2 parts from 9 AM to 12 PM.
9 classes (6-hours each) are required for program certificate. Classes can also be taken individually. Please contact us 831-422-8023 if you have questions about the program.
101: Elements of Human Resource Management
Presenter: Lourdes Gonzalez, Gowan Company
102: Introduction to Labor and Employment Law
Presenter: Seth Mehrten, Barsamian & Moody
103: Recruitment, Selection & Retention
Presenter: Priscila Cisneros, Western Growers
104: Managing Employee Compensation
Presenter: Karen Timmins, Western Growers
105: Managing Employee Benefit Programs
Presenter: David Nikssarian, Nikssarian Insurance Services
106: Human Resource Development
Presenter: Lourdes Gonzalez, Gowan Company
107: Information and Cost Analysis in HRM
Presenter: Harrison Steed, PickTrace
108: Management and Leadership for HRM Professionals
Presenter: Lourdes Gonzalez, Gowan Company
202: Workers’ Compensation in California
Presenter: Fred Martinez, Zenith Insurance Company
2024 H-2A Roundtable Sessions
May 13 (Spanish) Salinas – Elks Lodge
May 14 (English) Salinas – Elks Lodge
May 16 (English only) Sonoma/Santa Rosa – Sonoma County Farm Bureau
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H2A sponsorship form 2024 Roundtables