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Prepare for HR certification with the SHRM Learning System™ Course. If you’ve been intending to earn your Professional Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR™) designation, it may be time to enroll in our updated and expanded HRCI exam preparation course. We offer this program in cooperation with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
The SHRM Learning System course is designed for concentrated study and preparation for the PHR/SPHR exam. Exam applicants must have a minimum of 2 years experience in the field, at an exempt level, in order to qualify to take the exam. Exams are conducted by HRCI, and take place twice a year online. HR professionals who take this course prior to taking the exam have a considerably higher rate of passing the exam than those who opt to study for the exam independently. The curriculum, designed by subject matter experts, includes application exercises that develop specific competencies and decision-making skills. By attending our course, you get the added benefits of an experienced instructor, interaction with peers, and a structured classroom environment that enhances learning and helps you stay on track. You will share real-world experiences with other HR professionals that can improve your workplace effectiveness immediately. Our blended approach utilizes printed workbooks, software, online tools and a dynamic classroom experience.
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PROGRAM FEE-Fall 2009: $1,095 for SHRM or VSHRM members, $1,195 for non-members
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The SHRM® Learning System Course (PHR/SPHR Exam Preparation)
The SHRM® Learning System Course is designed to provide you with an overview of key areas in human resource management. Materials include six modules that correspond to the six functional areas, responsibilities, and associated knowledge as defined by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). The program is offered in cooperation with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) as study material for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification examinations administered by HRCI.
Besides being a powerful tool to assist you in preparing for the PHR or SPHR certification exams, the SHRM® Learning System Course also provides professional development for you and your HR Department. The course provides a solid foundation for managing the HR challenges you face in today's demanding work environment; it supplies a current reference of HR practices, broadens the perspective of functional specialists, and strengthens individual competencies and productivity.
Program Topics
Module One: Strategic Management
| Module Two: Workforce Planning and Employment
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| Module Three: Human Resource Development
| Module Four: Total Rewards
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| Module Five: Employee and Labor Relations
| Module Six: Risk Management
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Who Should Attend
The course is specifically designed for managers and staff with experience in general management or human resource management:
- HR practitioners seeking professional development to enhance or advance their career
- Experienced managers who are new to the human resource field
- Other mid-level managers pursuing career change or promotion
- HR professionals planning to take the PHR or SPHR certification exams
- HR professionals pursuing a broad overview of human resource management
- HR specialists desiring a broader understanding of human resource management
Program Benefits
Career advancement: This course is strategic in nature, preparing HR professionals for career advancement opportunities. The course features open, interactive forums and “real-world case studies to effectively outfit you with the knowledge you need to remain competitive in the HR field.
Cost-effective learning: Participants minimize travel expenses for professional development.
Practitioner-focused and competency-based: The curriculum is designed by subject matter experts and includes application exercises that develop specific competencies and decision-making skills.
Tuition reimbursement: Many participants will be eligible to apply for employer tuition reimbursement.
Action-oriented curriculum: The course provides opportunities for HR professionals to network, share “real-world” experiences, and apply what they learn to the workplace.
Recertification credits: Certified HR professionals can earn credits toward PHR/SPHR recertification.
Convenient hours: Local courses are attractive to busy professionals because they are offered after work hours, on the weekends, or online.
Upgrade PHR to SPHR: Professionals have the opportunity to test critical thinking skills and apply concepts, which will help them prepare for the SPHR exam.
Ann E. Schmitz, MLIR, SPHR
Ann is currently employed as a Total Compensation & Benefits Administrator at MidMichigan Health, Midland, Michigan. She is a Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) with more than 15 years of experience in all areas of human resources, including compensation and benefits management and administration, employee and labor relations, employment law, training and organizational development, recruiting and hiring, budgeting and cost control, payroll management, and safety and workers compensation management. Ann earned her Master of Labor and Industrial Relations from Michigan State University.
Certification Requirements Information
Please note that to earn either the PHR or SPHR designation; candidates must have at least two (2) years of exempt-level experience in the HR field. If you have any further questions regarding the PHR or SPHR exams, please visit http://www.hrci.org/, call HRCI at 800-283-7476, Option #4, or e-mail info@hrci.org.
There is no single course of study that guarantees success on the HRCI examinations, but thousands of individuals have used the SHRM® Learning System to study for the exams. Course content reflects the general body-of-knowledge tested by the Human Resource Certification Institute. This course of study will in no way guarantee or assure success on the HRCI exam. Students must use the most recent edition of the SHRM® Learning System for this course and are strongly advised not to use outdated materials.
SCHEDULE FOR SHRM CERTIFICATION EXAMS The HRCI Certification exams are administered during two testing windows.
The spring and winter windows are below. For more information, go to http://www.hrci.org/.
HRCI homepage http://www.shrm.org/hrci/
To apply for membership with Society for Human Resource Management
SHRM E-mail: custsvc(at)shrm.org
Web site: http://www.shrm.org/
About the SHRM® Learning System
SHRM educational products are developed according to the highest quality standards. HR professionals and subject matter experts review all course materials to ensure accurate, real-life applications. In addition, SHRM programs are "living documents" -- improvements and revisions are included in each reprint to incorporate the latest changes in HR practices and legislation. The official SHRM® Learning System is developed in partnership with the Holmes Corporation, one of the nation's leading instructional design firms. Thousands of HR professionals have purchased the SHRM® Learning System to expand the HR professional's knowledge, skills, and abilities to deal with crucial issues facing the profession. This dedication to excellence allows you to rest assured that when you select this course, it will meet the development needs of your staff as well as the constraints of your schedule and your budget.
HRCI Now Offers Two Online Assessment Exams
The Human Resource Certification Institute's online assessment exams can help gauge your knowledge level in the six functional areas covered in the PHR and SPHR certification exams. Take one exam before you begin your study regimen to determine where to concentrate your efforts and a second before you sit for the actual exam to become familiar with the format of the test questions.
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Terms of Withdrawal
- Withdrawal must be made through written notice to SVSU - Office of Continuing Ed & Professional Development
- The date of withdrawal is the date of receipt.
- Failure to attend class is not considered formal withdrawal from a course for refund consideration.
Class Withdrawal and Refund Rates
- Written notice received no less than 14 days prior to first class for refund of all fees collected less a $50 processing fee.
- No refund will be granted after 13 days prior to the first class meeting.
- If SVSU cancels the program, a full refund will be given. SVSU - Office of Continuing Ed & Professional Development reserves the right to substitute instructors, change the day a program meets, or cancel programs due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen events.
Enrollment Agreement
- I have read, understand, and agree with all terms and conditions.
- I affirm my financial responsibility for the course(s) for which I have enrolled.