HR Courses in Bahrain: Programs, Fees and Careers
Read this page in Arabic: العربية | Last updated November 2026
HR courses in Bahrain range from entry level programs to senior programs that prepare you for HRCI exams, so start with the role you hold today. If you are starting out, look at Associate Professional in Human Resources International. If you manage HR, look at Certified Human Resource Manager.
At a glance
- Start with your role: new to HR, working practitioner, HR manager, recruiter or trainer.
- Study online, ask an advisor about arranging a class in Bahrain, or attend a Blue Ocean office in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Riyadh.
- Fees in USD are in the table on this page, and each course page states what the fee covers.
- If you are a job seeker in Bahrain, Tamkeen offers job seekers support, so check your own eligibility with Tamkeen.
HR courses and fees in Bahrain (USD)
Fees come from our course catalog and can change. They do not include the exam, so ask an advisor what it costs and confirm the format before you enroll.
What do employers in Bahrain have to document for HR?
Bahraini employers must prove wage payments through the Wages Protection System under Resolution No. 68 of 2019, and must notify the Labour Market Regulatory Authority when an expatriate worker is absent, according to the Bahrain National Portal.
If these duties sit with you, Certified Human Resource Management Professional is written for Human Resources professionals, HR executives, recruiters, and training and development specialists. The course page lists about 47 hours of study.
What does Tamkeen offer job seekers in Bahrain?
Tamkeen is Bahrain's Labour Fund, and it offers job seekers training, professional certification and wage support. Its National Employment Program 2.0 gives wage support for up to 36 months to Bahraini job seekers and fresh graduates registered with the Ministry of Labour, per the Kingdom of Bahrain eGovernment Portal.
If you are a job seeker, check your own eligibility with Tamkeen.
Which HR course should you take at your level?
Each program below lists the roles it suits, so match your current job to the list.
- New to HR: Associate Professional in Human Resources International, which prepares you for the HRCI exam and is listed for aspiring HR professionals and entry level practitioners, and also for HR professionals, HR business partners and talent acquisition specialists. The course page lists about 146 hours of study.
- HR professionals and business partners: Professional in Human Resources International, which prepares you for the HRCI exam and also lists talent acquisition specialists and learning and development leads. The course page lists about 182 hours of study.
- Mid to senior level HR professionals: Senior Professional in Human Resources International with about 262 hours of study, or Global Professional in Human Resources with about 272 hours. Both prepare you for HRCI exams and list HR professionals, HR business partners and talent acquisition specialists too.
HRCI sets the exams and does not run or endorse training. Blue Ocean is an HRCI Certification Prep Provider. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs. Confirm the study format for each of these programs with an advisor.
What shorter HR courses are there?
The ACI programs below list about 45 to 47 hours of study each, and each has a live online fee of USD 1,199.
- Certified Human Resource Manager: for HR managers, HR professionals, HR business partners and talent acquisition specialists.
- Certified Human Resource Management Professional: for Human Resources professionals, HR executives, recruiters, and training and development specialists.
- Certified Human Resource Management Consultant: for HR professionals, consultants, aspiring specialists and HR business partners.
An advisor can confirm which format fits the course you pick.
Which courses suit a recruiter, trainer or HR business partner?
Pick the course whose list of roles names your job.
- Recruiters: Certified International Recruitment Specialist, with about 47 hours of study.
- Corporate trainers and learning and development managers: Certified Master Trainer, a CMI program with about 45 hours of study and a self paced fee of USD 399. It also lists HR professionals with training responsibility.
- HR business partners and talent management specialists: Strategic Human Resources Business Partner, a Professional level program with about 47 hours of study and a self paced fee of USD 599.
If your job is general office support rather than HR, look at Certified Office Manager or Certified Office Administrator.
How do you decide between HRCI exam preparation and an ACI course?
Decide on the awarding body you want and the study hours you can give. The programs that prepare you for HRCI exams list 146 to 272 hours, and the ACI courses above list 45 to 47.
- Choose a program that prepares you for an HRCI exam if you want an HRCI credential and can plan for 146 hours or more.
- Choose an ACI course if you want fewer listed study hours.
- Choose Certified Master Trainer if training is the part of your job you want to build.
Steps to take from here
Settle your role, then talk to an advisor.
- Note your current HR role and the roles each course page lists.
- Pick one course from the lists above and read its course page.
- If you are a job seeker, check your own eligibility with Tamkeen.
- Send an enquiry and ask about the study format and a class in Bahrain.
Three ways to study from Bahrain
- Online: self paced, or live online classes with an instructor.
- In a class arranged locally: ask an advisor about arranging a class in Bahrain.
- At a Blue Ocean office: Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Riyadh.
| Office | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai | B2505, Latifa Towers, Sheikh Zayed Road, opposite the Museum of the Future, Dubai, UAE | +971 4 314 8500 |
| Abu Dhabi | Office 1402, Al Dhaheri Building, Lulu Center, Al Danah Zone 1, Abu Dhabi, UAE | +971 2 886 4323 |
| Riyadh | 530/4, Fifth Floor, Al Akaria 2, Gate 8, Olaya, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | +966 11 260 5558 |
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Frequently asked questions
Which HR courses in Bahrain suit someone new to HR?
Associate Professional in Human Resources International lists aspiring HR professionals and entry level practitioners, along with HR professionals, HR business partners and talent acquisition specialists. The course page lists about 146 hours of study, and live online costs USD 2,100. Confirm the format with an advisor.
Can I study HR in Bahrain without leaving the country?
You can study online. An advisor can tell you whether a class in Bahrain can be arranged. Blue Ocean also has offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh if you prefer to attend in person.
What does Tamkeen offer in Bahrain?
Tamkeen offers job seekers training, professional certification and wage support. If you are a job seeker, check your own eligibility with Tamkeen.
What is the difference between HRCI exam preparation and the ACI HR programs?
They have different awarding bodies and study hours. The programs that prepare you for HRCI exams list from about 146 to 272 hours of study. The Certified Human Resource Manager from ACI lists about 45 hours. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
Which HR course suits a trainer in Bahrain?
Certified Master Trainer is a CMI program for corporate trainers, facilitators and learning and development managers. The course page lists about 45 hours of study, and the self paced fee is USD 399.
