Human Resources Certification Preparation
2008 SHRM LEARNING SYSTEM®

The Program
The Human resources certification preparation featuring the SHRM Learning System® Course is an intensive 12-week program designed primarily for individuals seeking certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR®) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®)

What You Will Learn
We offer this program in partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). The curriculum, designed by subject matter experts, covers the 2008 HRCI Body of Knowledge and includes application exercises that develop specific competencies and decision-making skills. As a certification preparation program, it consistently beats the national pass rate.

By attending our course, you will develop new knowledge and skills that will improve your workplace effectiveness immediately. By enrolling in our classroom based format, you also get the added benefit of
• A structured classroom environment that enhances learning and helps you stay on track
• An experienced instructor to explain concepts and apply them to your industry
• Opportunities to network and share real-world experiences with other HR professionals
• Minimizing travel and maximizing employer tuition assistance
There’s never been a better time to pursue your PHR or SPHR designation. With our blended approach, you’ll learn from printed workbooks, software, online tools and a dynamic classroom experience.

Who Should Attend
The course is designed for managers and staff in general management or human resource management positions:
• HR professionals planning to take the PHR or SPHR certification exam
• PHR professionals seeking to “upgrade” their certification to SPHR
• Certified HR professionals needing credits for PHR/SPHR recertification
• HR practitioners seeking professional development to advance their careers
• Experienced managers who are new to the HR field
• Other mid-level managers pursuing a career change or promotion
• Individuals needing recertification credits

Special Features
The SHRM Learning System offers a variety of study features that reinforce concepts and help students prepare for the certification exam:
• Periodic online updates cover significant changes in legislation and HR policies
• Comprehensive bank of test questions – more than 1,600 in all
• Practice tests that are formatted to mimic the current HRCI exam experience
• An interactive case study featuring real-life scenarios to text students’ ability to apply concepts learned throughout the course
• SPHR Preparation Book to help students take a more strategic approach, applying information across functional areas
• Access to the SHRM Learning System Resource Center, featuring HR updates, Webcasts, test-taking tips, related links, and eFlashcards that can be printed or downloaded to a PDA
If you’ve been planning to earn your Professional Human Resources (PHR®) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) designation, now is the time to enroll in our updated and expanded Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) exam preparation course based on the SHRM Learning System.
Certification Information
Please note that to earn either the PHR or SPHR designation candidates are required to have at least two years of exempt-level experience in the HR field.
REGISTER NOW. CLASSES FILL QUICKLY AND SPACE IS LIMITED.

Program Description
The six learning modules cover full array of HR topics. The SHRM Learning System course provides an in-depth study of key areas in human resource management. Course materials include six extensive print modules that correspond to the six functional areas, responsibilities, and associated knowledge defined by HRCI:

• Strategic Management
Includes the role of HR in organizations, the strategic planning process, assessing the internal environment, scanning the external environment, evaluating HR’s strategic contributions, ethical issues affecting organizations, and HR and the legislative and regulatory environment.

• Workforce Planning and Employment
Covers key legislation affecting employee rights, privacy and consumer protection, EEO/Affirmative Action, gender discrimination and harassment, organizational staffing requirements, job analysis and documentation, recruitment, flexible staffing, selection and retention, organizational exit, and employee records management.

• Human Resource Development
Examines key legislation, HRD and the organization, organizational development initiatives, adult learning and motivation, training and development, talent management, developing leaders, and performance management.

• Total Rewards
Includes key compensation legislation, total rewards and the strategic focus of the organization, compensation structure, compensation systems, introduction to benefit programs and key benefits legislation, government-mandated benefits, deferred compensation plans, health-care benefits, other nonstatutory benefits, compensation and benefits for international employees, and evaluating the total rewards system and communicating it to employees.

• Employee and Labor Relations
Covers laws affecting employee and labor
relations, employee relations and organizational culture, employee involvement strategies, measuring employee attitudes, policies, procedures, and work rules,
discipline and complaint resolution, labor relations legislation and union organizing, unfair labor practices, collective bargaining, and strikes and secondary boycotts.

• Risk Management
Examines organizational risk, key legislation, safety, health, security, and privacy.

Costs
$1,149 for the course which includes the
SHRM Learning System ® print modules, online learning software or CD-ROM, access to the online Resource Center, instructor handouts, and 36 of classroom instruction.
You may qualify for tuition reimbursement from your employer.

Instructors
James D. Vigneau, SPHR, Human Resources executive and consultant with over 25 years of experience in the Human Resources field.

Fall Schedule
SHRM Learning System
Noncredit
Date: Sep 8 - Nov 24
Time: Mon 6:30-9:30pm
Meetings: 12
Location: EE 1217
Fee: $1,149
Instructor: Jim Vigneau
Course No.: NBHR 101 Sec 01
Reg. No.: 42435

SATURDAY TEST PREP REVIEW SESSION
HRCI Exam Prep CRAM Course
Noncredit
An eight-hour test prep Cram course offered by the College of Extended and International Education.
Date: Nov 22
Time: Sat 8:30am - 4:30pm
Meetings: 1
Location: EE1217
Fee: $99
Instructor: Jim Vigneau
Course No.: NBHR 102 Sec 01
Reg. No.: 42436

More Information

Advance Your Human Resource Career
Prepare for HR Certification
with the SHRM Learning System®Course

If you’ve been planning to earn your Professional Human Resources (PHR®) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) designation, now is the time to enroll in our updated and expanded Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) exam preparation course based on the SHRM Learning System.
Offered in partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) the curriculum was designed by subject matter experts and covers the 2008 HRCI Body of Knowledge and includes application exercises that develop specific competencies and decision-making skills.

As a certification preparation program, it consistently beats the national pass rate.

By attending our course, you will develop new knowledge and skills that will improve your workplace effectiveness immediately.

By enrolling in our classroom based format, you also get the added benefit of

A structured classroom environment that enhances learning and helps you stay on track

An experienced instructor to explain concepts and apply them to your industry

Opportunities to network and share real-world experiences with other HR professionals

Minimizing travel and maximizing employer tuition assistance

There’s never been a better time to pursue your PHR or SPHR designation. With our blended approach, you’ll learn from printed workbooks, software, online tools and a dynamic classroom experience. The SHRM Learning System offers a variety of study features that reinforce concepts and help students prepare for the certification exam:

Periodic online updates cover significant changes in legislation and HR policies

Comprehensive bank of test questions – more than 1,600 in all

Practice tests that are formatted to mimic the current HRCI exam experience

An interactive case study featuring real-life scenarios to text students’ ability to apply concepts learned throughout the course

SPHR Preparation Book to help students take a more strategic approach, applying information across functional areas

Access to the SHRM Learning System Resource Center, featuring HR updates, Webcasts, test-taking tips, related links, and eFlashcards that can be printed or downloaded to a PDA

The SHRM Advantage
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the world’s largest association devoted to human resource management. The Society serves the needs of HR professionals and advances the interests of the HR profession. Founded in 1948, SHRM has more than 225,000 members in over 125 countries, and more than 575 affiliated chapters. Visit www.shrm.org.