SHRM's HR Management Certification Prep Program offered by NIU Outreach provides human resource professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the six functional areas of human resource management as defined by the profession.
This award-winning program serves as a review/study course for those seeking Professional Human Resource (PHR) or Senior Professional Human Resource (SPHR) certification through the exam process administered by the Human Resources Certificate Institute (HRCI).
Other professionals and HR specialists desiring an increased understanding of management issues will also find this course most beneficial for professional development purposes.
Topics covered include
Sessions are taught by practicing corporate HR professionals and attorneys specializing in each area. Interactive sessions include case study discussions, lecture, question and answer sessions, and multiple choice tests reflecting the types of questions on the HRCI accreditation exams.
Participants who successfully complete the course, including those who choose not to take the HRCI exam, will receive Certificates of Completion from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), and 36 contact hours.
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Who Should Attend
This course is designed for HR professionals seeking to enhance or advance their careers, as well as those interested in pursuing more detailed overview of HR management. This course is also ideal for HR managers and professionals planning to take the PHR/SPHR certification exams.
Contact Hours
3.6 CEU's/36 contact hours
| Dates | Location | Time | Price | Event Number | Register Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/16-5/10/12 | NIU Naperville | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | $1,250 – Standard $1,150 – SHRM member/NIU alumni |
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| 2/20-5/14/12 | NIU Hoffman Estates | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | $1,250 – Standard $1,150 – SHRM member/NIU alumni |
#12052 | |
| 2/21-5/15/12 | Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy 2300 Patriot Ave. Glenview, IL |
6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | $1,250 – Standard $1,150 – SHRM member/NIU alumni |
#12054 | |
| 2/15-5/9/12 | NIU Rockford | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | $1,250 – Standard $1,150 – SHRM member/NIU alumni |
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NIU delivers the same great SHRM Human Resources Management Certification Preparation Program to in a blended format. Offered either Saturday mornings or Tuesday evenings, this 8-week course combines independent online learning with interactive instructor-led face-to-face classroom sessions.
NIU's blended PHR/SPHR review course combines online self-study learning activities with classroom sessions. As with the face-to-face classes, students are expected to have assignments completed before class meetings.
NIU's Blended PHR/SHPR Review Courses include many features that help you prepare to pass your exam:
| Dates | Location | Time | Price | Event Number | Register Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/13-5/8/12 | Metropolitan Chicago Healthcare Council 222 S. Riverside Plaza Chicago, IL |
5:30 - 8:30 p.m. | $1,275 – Standard $1,175 – SHRM member/NIU alumni |
#12056 | |
| Dates | Location | Time | Price | Event Number | Register Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/24-5/5/12 | Multi University Center 1010 Jorie Blvd. Oak Brook, IL 60523 |
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | $1,275 – Standard $1,175 – SHRM member/NIU alumni |
#12057 | |
Recommended for candidates with at least 4 years experience. No Class on 4/7.
NIU delivers the same great SHRM Human Resources Management Certification Preparation Program to your computer in three formats - a 13-week course, a fast-track 8-week course and an intensive 6-week course.
NIU's PHR/SPHR review course blends self-study learning activities with scheduled online class meetings using three tools: The SHRM Learning System, Adobe Connect and Blackboard. As with the face-to-face classes, students are expected to have assignments completed before class meetings.
NIU's Online PHR/SHPR Review Courses include many features that help you prepare to pass your exam:
| Dates | Location | Time | Price | Event Number | Register Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/20-5/14/12 | Online Adobe Connect |
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. | $1,425 – Standard $1,325 – SHRM member/NIU alumni |
#12058 | |
| Dates | Location | Time | Price | Event Number | Register Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/21-5/9/12 | Online Adobe Connect |
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. | $1,425 – Standard $1,325 – SHRM member/NIU alumni |
#12059 | |
View all technical requirements and getting ready information for the 13-week Professional Human Resource Management Certification Prep Program.
Register at least two weeks prior to start of course date to avoid $100 late registration charge.
A shipping fee if applicable will be assessed upon registration.
Fees are inclusive of the SHRM Learning System course materials, online resources and access to the NIU Blackboard Community. Students in 13 week evening courses will receive course materials at the first class meeting (Course Orientation). Participants registering within 5 days of class start may experience a brief delay in access to Blackboard online study resources due to processes required for assignment of user ID’s. Any late registrations requiring shipment of materials will be assessed a shipping fee. Any student requesting special circumstance advance shipment of books will also be assessed a shipping fee.
Registrants paying by check should fill out and send in the Mail/Fax Registration Form.
Payment Information
Course fee is payable at the time of registration. NIU will invoice companies for group registrations upon request and with approval of the corporate financial officer. The company Federal Employee Identification Number (FEIN), Purchase Order with complete billing address including name, phone number and e-mail address of the authorizing party is required at the time of registration. Companies requesting an invoice must register by phone (800) 345-9472.