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).
HRPA Continuing Education: 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.
Current Schedule: Classes begin this August: HRPA Virtual Class Schedule 2026
AUGUST 4, 2026 (Part 1) & AUGUST 5, 2026 (Part 2)
101: Elements of Human Resource Management
AUGUST 18, 2026 (Part 1) & AUGUST 16, 2026 (Part 2)
103: Recruitment, Selection & Retention
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 (Part 1) & SEPTEMBER 2, 2026 (Part 2)
102: Introduction to Labor and Employment Law
SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 (Part 1) & SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 (Part 2)
104: Managing Employee Compensation
SEPTEMBER 29, 2026 (Part 1) & SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 (Part 2)
105: Managing Employee Benefit Programs
OCTOBER 13, 2026 (Part 1) & OCTOBER 14, 2026 (Part 2)
106: Human Resource Development
OCTOBER 27, 2026 (Part 1) & OCTOBER 28, 2026 (Part 2)
107: Information and Cost Analysis in HRM
NOVEMBER 17, 2026 (Part 1) & NOVEMBER 18, 2026 (Part 2)
202: Workers’ Compensation in California
DECEMBER 8, 2026 (Part 1) & DECEMBER 9, 2026 (Part 2)
108: Management and Leadership for HRM Professionals
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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.
H-2A Roundtables Are Back!
We are excited to announce the return of APMA’s H-2A Roundtables—bringing you timely updates, expert insights, and valuable discussions on today’s most important H-2A topics.
Please click here to view the schedule. Links below provide full details and registration information.
Salinas – July 28, 2026 – registration
Sonoma – July 30, 2026 – registration
Yuma/Winterhaven – January 13, 2027 – registration
We invite you to Sponsor these important industry events!
APMA H2A 2026-2027 Roundtables Sponsorship Form
All sponsors will be recognized at the events, in electronic communications, and in printed materials. Sponsors will also receive two (2) complimentary admissions per event.