Rock Region Consulting Partners with UA Little Rock for HR Essentials: What You’re Expected To Know
Rock Region Consulting, in partnership with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock's Corporate and Community Education division, is proud to announce a new Fall 2026 cohort of HR Essentials: What You're Expected to Know, a live online HR training program.
The 2026 session begins Thursday, October 15, 2026 and runs through November 19, 2026, meeting live online each Thursday from 6:00–8:00 PM. The course spans six sessions and 12 contact hours, and registration is open now through UA Little Rock's Corporate and Community Education portal.
Whether you're a business owner, manager, or find yourself doing HR, this one's for you. Join yours truly, Gina Smith, HR Consultant & Educator, for HR Essentials: What You're Expected to Know, a practical, live online training that gives you real HR skills you can use right away.
Who Should Register
This course is built for anyone who touches HR responsibilities but hasn't had formal training in the field, including:
Business owners and small business staff handling "accidental HR" duties
Office managers, administrative assistants, and program managers
New HR generalists, specialists, and assistants (0–3 years of experience)
Managers and supervisors who oversee people and want stronger HR fundamentals
What's Covered
Across six sessions, participants will work through:
HR Foundations & Professional Standards
Workplace Compliance & Employee Relations
Talent Acquisition & Hiring
Onboarding, Performance & Employee Transitions
Communication & Leadership Skills
Performance, Engagement & HR Operations
Led by Gina Smith, a PHR-certified HR consultant with over a decade of experience supporting multi-state and international organizations, the course translates complex HR and compliance requirements into practical tools participants can apply immediately, from documentation and interviewing to performance management and workplace communication.
One Spring 2026 participant shared that the course helped them move "from providing task-based support to delivering more thoughtful, proactive HR assistance."
Course Details
Course: HR Essentials: What You're Expected to Know
Format: Live Online
Start Date: October 15, 2026
Sessions: 6 sessions / 12 contact hours
Fee: $400
Instructor: Gina Smith, PHR
Register for the Fall 2026 session through UA Little Rock →
Rock Region Consulting partners with organizations across Arkansas to strengthen HR practices, compliance, and workplace culture. Learn more about our consulting services and upcoming training opportunities at Rock Region Consulting.
