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When: March 1-April 19 from 5:30–8:20 PM (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Where: UMSL, J.C. Penney Conference Center

Fee: $1,145

You have four ways to register:

  1. Online: Register Online using a Visa, MasterCard, or Discover credit card.
  2. Fax: Complete a Noncredit Registration Form and fax to (314) 516-6414. 
  3. Mail: Complete a Noncredit Registration Form and mail to the address indicated.
  4. Call: (314) 516-5908 or TDD (314) 516-5961.

Make checks payable to: University of Missouri–St. Louis.

UMSL will match any competitor’s published fee for face-to-face PHR/SPHR course offerings in the St. Louis metropolitan area. Call (314) 516-5908 for details.

Be Extraordinary. Become HR Certified.

Human resource certification preparation course taught by expert instructors and featuring the most up-to-date SHRM Learning System®.

Value of Certification Video

This intensive six week program is designed primarily for individuals seeking certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR®) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®)

Create Your Competitive Advantage

These are not ordinary times.  An uncertain job market requires HR professionals to demonstrate added value to employers and set themselves apart from peers for career advancement.

Tough times make it especially important to create your own competitive edge. Maybe it’s time you earn the PHR® (Professional in Human Resources) or SPHR® (Senior Professional in Human Resources) credential.

A recent study showed HR certified individuals are more marketable in their careers, serve in higher level job positions and enjoy a higher level of credibility.*  
It also reported that employers believe certification demonstrates an employee’s commitment to the HR profession, adds validity and credibility to the department, assures current and up-to-date knowledge and provides opportunities for development.  There’s no doubt that certification opens doors to unlimited professional growth and advancement.

Invest in Yourself

Preparing for and taking the certification exam takes considerable time and effort. Our course is designed to make the process easier and more effective by offering the best exam preparation system available in a classroom environment that keeps students on track and assures all material is covered thoroughly.

Offered in partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the curriculum is designed by subject matter experts, covers the most up-to-date HR Certification Institute body of knowledge and ranks as the #1 certification preparation program for consistently helping professionals beat the national pass rate.

Our expert classroom instruction provides a better flow of information and a more enjoyable and effective learning experience. Structured classes, a seasoned instructor and peer interaction enhance learning and retention.

What You Will Learn

The key to success of the PHR/SPHR certification and SHRM Learning System is the relevance of the content to the needs of today’s HR professionals.  The SHRM Learning System teaches the following six modules covering the HRCI body of knowledge tested in PHR/SPHR exams.

  1. Strategic Business Management
    • Role of HR in organizations
    • HR strategy
    • Evaluating the internal/external environment
    • HR and the legislative and regulatory environment
  2. Workforce Planning and Employment
    1. Employee rights, privacy and consumer protection legislation
    2. Organizational staffing requirements
    3. Recruitment, selection and retention
  3. Human Resource Development
    1. Organizational development
    2. Training and development
    3. Talent management
    4. Performance management
  4. Total Rewards
    1. Compensation structure and systems
    2. Benefit programs
    3. Compensation and benefits legislation
    4. Administering and evaluating compensation and benefits programs
  5. Employee and Labor Relations
    1. Labor relations legislation
    2. Union organizing and collective bargaining
    3. Unfair labor practices
    4. Employee involvement and engagement
  6. Risk Management
    1. Organizational risk
    2. Workplace safety, health, security and privacy
    3. Risk management legislation

How You Will Learn

The SHRM Learning System provides the most comprehensive and effective PHR/SPHR training program through a blended format of printed workbooks and web-based study tools. This easy-to-use system includes three key elements:

  1. Printed Workbooks
    • Six print modules teach the HRCI body of knowledge tested in PHR and SPHR exams.
    • Printed glossary of terms and subject index provided for each module.
    • Easy-to-identify icons highlight key content and links to additional resources.
    • SPHR Preparation Book specifically designed for SPHR candidates.
  2. Online Tools with Mobile Access
    • Practice Tests
      • Pre-test to gauge current knowledge.
      • Module-specific tests to check mastery of key topics
      • Post-test that mirrors the HR Certification exam to increase test taking confidence
    • Flashcards
      • Over 750 covering all six modules
    • Glossary
      • Comprehensive reference for easy reference online or while reading the materials
    • Interactive case study
      • Features real-life scenarios and questions to apply concepts
  3. Resource Center
    • HR Updates highlighting up-to-date legislative changes and new HR developments
    • Free audio and webcasts for each module
    • Test-taking strategies for the HRCI exam
    • Ask The Expert feature for individualized follow-up questions
    • Links to key HR information cited in the modules
    • Feedback feature

New “Plan to Pass” Tool

Setting a realistic study plan is critical to your success. SHRM has created a valuable tool called “Plan to Pass” that guides your studies. It takes your score from the pre-test (included in the SHRM Learning System) factors in your level of HR experience and creates a study plan based on areas that require the most attention. You can also track your progress as you study to ensure you’re reaching your goals.

The Payoff

When you complete this course, you’ll be prepared to take the PHR or SPHR exam with confidence.  Year after year, professionals who use the SHRM Learning System to prepare for certification exams consistently beat the national pass rate.

When asked if certification was worth the cost and effort, HR professionals, on average, attributed a personal ROI of 253% to personal certification. Over one-third believed the benefits were worth more than five times the cost, suggesting an ROI of 476%!*

In addition to certification preparation, the SHRM Learning System helps participants develop a generalist point of view, refresh key ideas and concepts, strengthen their understanding of core competencies and increase productivity. Long after completing the course, Learning System materials will serve as a valuable day-to-day operations manual, providing answers to a wide range of HR challenges.

Who Will Benefit from This Program?

"For U.S. employees, the advantages of certification include becoming more valuable to the company, having an advantage when applying for a new job, demonstrating commitment and understanding of the HR profession and showing their dedication to continuing their education." ("The Value of HR Certification Around The World”, Independent research commissioned by HR Certification Institute, 2010)

Certification Information

The HR Certification Institute requires HR professionals planning to sit for the PHR or SPHR exams to have a combination of demonstrated work experience and education. For additional information, visit www.hrci.org/2011_exam_eligibility.

All certification testing is computer-based and conducted at the 250 Prometric Test Centers around the country. The next testing period is December 1-June 30, 2011. To avoid a late fee, register for your exam by March 11, 2011. For best results, schedule your certification exam for a date that is after the end of your particular class section. For information on the exam and how to register, visit www.hrci.org.
 
If you have any further questions regarding the PHR or SPHR exams, please visit www.hrci.org, call the HR Certification Institute at (866) 898-4724, or send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Certificate & CEUs

Attend and actively participate in all six sessions, meeting SHRM's prescribed requirements, and you will be awarded 3.5 continuing education units and a noncredit Chancellor's Certificate from UMSL, as well as a SHRM certificate of completion.

Cancellation Policy for Noncredit Business Administration Programs

The University reserves the right to cancel any program. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified immediately, and all program fees will be returned. If you must cancel the registration, you are entitled to a full refund only if you cancel two weeks prior to the first class.

 


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