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SHRM® Learning System Course


 In 2008, the University of Scranton, Center for Professional Training and Development received a "Certificate of Recognition" from the Society for Human Resources (SHRM) for our 100% pass rate in 2005, 2006 and 2007.

The course prepares professionals for the Professional in Human Resource (PHR) and the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification exams. The program is offered each semester, for a current schedule and locations call the Center for Professional Training and Development at 570-941-7582 or log onto our website at www.scranton.edu/cptd


Overview of Curriculum

The SHRM® Learning System Course is designed to provide 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.

  • Module One‑Strategic Management

  • Module Two‑Workforce Planning and Employment

  • Module Three‑Human Resource Development

  • Module Four‑Total Rewards

  • Module Five‑Employee and Labor Relations

  • Module Six ‑Risk Management


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SHRM Learning System Course

Program Benefits

Career advancement:
This course prepares  HR professionals for career advancement opportunities.

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.

Action-oriented curriculum:
The course provides opportunities for HR professionals to network, share “real-world” experiences, and apply what they’ve learned to the workplace.

Certification Information
To earn either the PHR or SPHR designation, candidates must have at least two years of exempt-level experience in the HR field.
There is no 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. We have a 100% pass rate for two years in a row.

About the SHRM Learning System
SHRM educational products are developed according to the highest quality standards. HR professionals and subject matter experts review each course to ensure accurate, real-life applications. In addition, SHRM(r) programs are "living documents" - improvements and revisions are included in each reprint to incorporate the latest changes in HR practices and -legislation.

Location: The University of Scranton
Dates: Call for dates
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $1,500 for SHRM members - $1,650 for non-members

Registration fee includes six workbooks that are based upon the HRCI test specifications and a certificate of completion.
Each module includes:

_ Exercises that apply to "real-world" -situations
_ Periodic progress checks, with approximately 300 printed questions throughout the course, to reinforce your learning, ensure your retention of the reading materials and provide test-taking practice
_A software component designed to help increase performance on certification exams and encourage more strategic thinking on HR issues
_Individual post-module testing that allows you to assess your HR knowledge in each functional area
_A Guide to Smart Test Taking to help improve your test-taking skills

 Testing Computer-based testing for SHRM Certification:
All tests are provided through Prometric test centers nationally.
Preliminary pass/fail status will be available upon completion of the exam.

NOTE:   Registration for this course does not include registration for the national PHR/SPHR exam.
This program does not qualify for Alumni, Preferred Provider or multiple enrollment discounts.