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HR Academy

HR Academy

HR Academy provides State of Colorado HR professionals with foundational training, shared standards, and essential tools to support effective, consistent service across the State Personnel System.

The curriculum includes required core courses for new HR professionals and recommended refreshers for current staff. HR Academy helps HR teams build confidence, deepen understanding of key policies, and stay aligned with statewide expectations for HR practice.

HR Academy serves State HR professionals, HR directors, agency training coordinators, and State employees interested in HR careers.

HR Academy at a Glance

  • Audience: State HR professionals, HR directors, agency HR leaders
  • Format: Self-paced online courses in the Learning Experience Platform (LXP)
  • Focus: Foundations, statewide standards, and practical HR tools
  • Developed by: DPA Division of Human Resources and subject matter experts

About HR Academy

HR Academy is a structured learning pathway for the State Personnel System. It centralizes essential knowledge needed across HR functions and offers accessible, self-paced modules that reinforce consistency statewide.

Training is developed by the DPA Division of Human Resources in collaboration with subject matter experts.

Who It’s For

HR Academy is designed first for State HR professionals—especially those who are new to the role—as well as HR directors and agency HR leaders. It is also a helpful resource for employees exploring an HR career, agency training coordinators, and supervisors who support HR teams.

Core Courses

Explore the foundational courses that build a shared understanding of HR work across the State Personnel System.

How to Access Courses

HR Academy courses will be available through the State of Colorado Learning Experience Platform (LXP). When the courses launch, learners will be able to:

  • Log in to the LXP
  • Search for “HR Academy” or a specific course title
  • Enroll and complete courses at their own pace

Direct course links will be added once the launch date is finalized.

Why HR Academy Matters

HR Academy strengthens statewide HR practice through shared knowledge, consistent expectations, and practical tools.

Shared Standards

Creates consistent understanding and application of HR policies across State agencies.

Stronger Foundations

Helps new HR professionals start strong with clear, accessible foundational training.

Better Navigation

Supports confident use of HR systems, tools, and statewide resources.

Statewide Connection

Builds collaboration and shared understanding across the State HR community.

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Additional Content Coming Soon

Future updates will introduce:

  • Total Compensation / SPCP modules
  • Specialized policy and process courses
  • HR Academy video introductions featuring State HR professionals
  • Tools and reference guides to support on-the-job application
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Contact

For questions about HR Academy or accessing courses, email dpa_ldc@state.co.us.

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