Job requirements Employee Relations Officer in Canada

Find out what you typically need to work as an employee relations officer in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Human resources professionals (NOC 11200).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • A university degree or college diploma in human resources management or a related field, such as business administration, industrial relations, commerce or psychology or completion of a professional development program in human resources administration is required.
  • Some employers may require human resources professionals to hold a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

Québec

Job title Chartered Professional In Human Ressources Or Certified Industrial Relations Counsellor
Regulated

Saskatchewan

Job title Human Resource Professional
Regulated

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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