This is a comprehensive HR management course offered in partnership with SHRM and taught by experienced, senior-level HR professionals.  You will discover that this learning experience offers the unique opportunity for measurable success.

Our SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP course is designed for individuals seeking credentials that focus on identifying and testing the knowledge and practical real-life experiences HR professionals around the world need to excel in their careers today.

Earning your SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP™) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP™) credential establishes you as a recognized expert in the HR field. These new certifications recognize that HR professionals are at the core of leading organizational success.

This certification preparation program covers three knowledge domains: People, Organization, and Workplace, as well as eight behavioral competencies: Relationship Management, Consultation, Leadership & Navigation, Communication, Global & Cultural Effectiveness, Ethical Practice, Business Acumen, Critical Evaluation.

Who should enroll:
• HR professionals qualified under SHRM requirements for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certification who are preparing for the exam.
• Individuals who want advanced education and training for a successful HR career.
• HR professionals wanting a broader education or to update their HR knowledge.
• HR professionals who want to enhance their marketability by gaining current HR knowledge.

Using SHRM learning materials, you will build a solid foundation and invaluable professional expertise, including the ability to:
• Define basic fundamentals of Human Resources Management.
• Contemplate a situation and draw conclusions on how to correct, amend, adopt, or change for positive results.
• Use qualitative and quantitative methods and tools for analysis.
• Use HRIS to support HR activities.
• Perform and use internal and external environmental scanning to make smart business decisions.
• Assist in identifying and recognizing potential legal situations in the workplace to prevent litigation, claims and suits.
• Apply the methods presented to your day-to-day job.

SHRM Certification Credentials

Why a certification? The SHRM credentials are based on the latest HR research and emerging knowledge for HR professionals. The SHRM certification tests HR competencies – the ability to put knowledge to work through critical thinking and application.

Business is changing and employers are insisting HR professionals adapt to that change. We now live and work in a global economy, where geographic borders are virtually non-existent, and innovation, agility and strategy are critical success factors. The HR profession operates at the core of this global economy, ensuring the alignment of organizational strategy with a high-performing workforce.

The College has partnered with SHRM to offer classes for these innovative certifications that have become the new global standard. Earning your certificate in these courses will help you gain a competitive advantage and boost your professional worth.

Classes offered in February and August present you the opportunity to stay ahead of the curve by being crowned with more relevant credentials. For more than 20 years, we have been the answer for HR professionals aspiring to grow their career.

Join us on the path to success.

Please note that this course helps prepare students to sit for the SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification exam and information, including application and exam fees, can be found at shrm.org. Certification exam fees are not included in the cost of the course.

Prerequisites

Working knowledge of computers and access to a computer and the internet are required for both courses. Some knowledge or experience in HR is highly recommend. If you are new to the HR field, we recommend taking our Fundamentals of Human Resources Management course first.

The course fee includes your textbooks and online access to SHRM learning system.

Note: This is a hybrid class. You will receive a detailed schedule noting synchronous and asynchronous sessions in Moodle. You will receive access to Moodle 2 days before the class starts.