How do I start a career in Human Resources?

Start with a free FI course, then the starting-level short courses and diploma: HR Trainee · Recruitment Assistant. Entry-level jobs include HR Assistant · Recruiter · Payroll & Benefits Assistant.

How much can I earn in Human Resources in the Philippines?

As a general guide, entry level (0–2 years) is about ₱15,000–₱30,000 a month, mid level (3–5 years) about ₱30,000–₱60,000 and senior/manager level about ₱60,000–₱150,000. Pay varies by employer, city and licence; overseas jobs usually pay more.

Can I work remotely or part-time in Human Resources?

Remote recruiters and HR assistants for overseas companies are in demand. Freelance recruitment and payroll support is possible.

Can I start my own business in Human Resources?

Yes. A common idea is: Recruitment or payroll outsourcing for small businesses. FI teaches the trade and the business side, and shows where to register in the Philippines or abroad.

Careers in Human Resources: Jobs, Salary & Courses

CAREER PATHS · INDUSTRY

See every level in Human Resources, from student to executive: the jobs, typical pay, and the steps to move up. Tell us where you are now and where you want to go.

1. Student

Still in school

Jobs: Senior High student

1
FI · K–12FI Online Senior HighSelf-Paced from ₱51,480 a year · Live Online available
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Outside FISenior High strand: HUMSS or ABM
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FI · Free courseHuman Resources Introduction₱0 · start today
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Outside FIA college degree, if the job you want needs one (see the notes in each level)

2. Starting out

No work experienceStarting pay, usually at the lower end of entry level

Jobs: HR Trainee · Recruitment Assistant

1
FI · Short courseRecruitment Basics24 learning hours · ₱4,000
2
FI · Short coursePayroll Basics24 learning hours · ₱4,000
3
FI · Professional DiplomaHuman Resource Management720 learning hours · from ₱8,500

3. Entry level

0–2 years₱15,000–₱30,000 a month

Jobs: HR Assistant · Recruiter · Payroll & Benefits Assistant

1
FI · CertificationCertification: Human Resources Administration8 modules + exam · ₱8,500
2
FI · CertificationCertification: Recruitment Support8 modules + exam · ₱8,500
3
FI · Professional DiplomaRecruitment & Talent Acquisition720 learning hours · from ₱8,500

4. Mid level / Supervisor

3–5 years₱30,000–₱60,000 a month

Jobs: HR Officer · HR Supervisor · Training Officer

1
FI · Professional DiplomaEmployee Relations720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
2
FI · Professional DiplomaCompensation & Benefits720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
3
FI · Professional DiplomaLearning & Development720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
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FI · PathwayPEDAP: turn your work experience into an FI diploma₱8,500

5. Senior / Manager

6–10 years₱60,000–₱150,000 a month

Jobs: HR Manager · Talent Acquisition Manager

1
FI · Professional DiplomaPerformance Management720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
2
FI · Professional DiplomaHR Analytics & Workforce Planning720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
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FI · PathwayETEEAP: earn a college degree from your experience (5+ years)₱8,500 FI fee · university fees separate
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Outside FIMany HR manager roles prefer a degree (e.g. Psychology, Business – HR)

6. Executive

10+ yearsAbove the senior range; varies widely by company

Jobs: HR Director · Chief People Officer

1
FI · Professional DiplomaLeadership & Organisational Development720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
2
FI · Professional DiplomaStrategic Management720 learning hours · from ₱8,500

Changing careers into Human Resources

Good for people from admin, customer service or teaching. Start with the free course, take the starting-level courses, and use PEDAP if your past work is related. Most career changers then apply at entry level and move up faster because of their experience.

1
FI · Free courseHuman Resources Introduction₱0 · start today
2
FI · Short courseRecruitment Basics24 learning hours · ₱4,000
3
FI · Short coursePayroll Basics24 learning hours · ₱4,000
4
FI · Professional DiplomaHuman Resource Management720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
5
FI · PathwayPEDAP: turn your work experience into an FI diploma₱8,500
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Outside FIUpdate your CV in My FI to show your new FI credentials

Starting your own business

Idea: Recruitment or payroll outsourcing for small businesses. Learn the trade first, then the business side: planning, registration, pricing and managing money.

1
FI · Professional DiplomaRecruitment & Talent Acquisition720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
2
FI · Professional DiplomaPayroll Administration720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
3
FI · Short courseStarting a Small Business24 learning hours · ₱4,000
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FI · Short courseBusiness Plan Basics24 learning hours · ₱4,000
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FI · Professional DiplomaSmall Business Management720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
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FI · Professional DiplomaBusiness Registration & Licensing Support720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
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Outside FIRegister your business: DTI (sole proprietor) or SEC, barangay and mayor's permit, BIR

Ways to work

Full-timeEvery medium and large company has HR.

Part-timeFreelance recruitment and payroll support is possible.

RemoteRemote recruiters and HR assistants for overseas companies are in demand.

Salary guide (Philippines, monthly)

Each level shows a general range for the Philippines. Examples for this industry:

HR Manager, 5–8 yrs: ₱35,000–₱55,000 (aniday.com)

Sources: public 2026 salary guides (multiplymii.com for the general ranges; others as named). Pay depends on the employer, city, licence and experience. Overseas jobs, for example in the Middle East, usually pay more. This is a guide, not a job offer.

Detailed job paths

HR Officer →

All FI courses in Human Resources

Human Resource Management · Professional Diploma
Recruitment & Talent Acquisition · Professional Diploma
Learning & Development · Professional Diploma
Compensation & Benefits · Professional Diploma
Employee Relations · Professional Diploma
Performance Management · Professional Diploma
HR Analytics & Workforce Planning · Professional Diploma
Professional Certification in Human Resources Administration · Certification
Professional Certification in Recruitment Support · Certification
Professional Certification in Performance Coaching · Certification
Professional Certification in Conflict Resolution at Work · Certification

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