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SHRM Learning System

The Next Class will be held in the spring.   Contact the Division of Graduate Studies and Continuing Education at cegradadmissions@annamaria.edu or call (800) 344-4586 with questions or to learn how to start the application and registration process.

The SHRM® Online Learning System Course

This professional development, online program is designed for two audiences:shrm
  • Participants seeking continuing professional development and a broad overview of the field 
  • Participants preparing to take the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification examinations administered by the HR Certification Institute.

 
The program prepares participants to pass the certification exams. It uses the SHRM® Learning System, which is updated with current HR policies and legislation. As a professional development tool, the Learning System can increase a participant's knowledge of the field of human resources and provide current reference of HR practices. As a certification preparation tool, the Learning System has a measurable track record of success for those qualified to sit for the exam.

This course is offered in partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). The course investment includes all course materials, but does not cover registration for the PHR or SPHR examinations.

When deciding to attain my PHR Certification, I had decided to utilize a prep course and found that the online class through Anna Maria College would best suit my scheduling needs. I felt that I needed the structure of a class to help me keep my course of study on track. Since completing the course, I recently passed the test to receive my PHR Certification. It definitely helped me to attain my goal and will help other HR Professionals to do the same! Good luck!  Testimonial from a Student from the spring 2011 class
 


By enrolling in this course, you'll benefit from:

• An experienced instructor who will present the SHRM Learning System materials in an easy-to-understand format.
• Online training for flexibility.
• A structured learning environment to keep you on schedule.
• The opportunity to build your peer network.
• Course fees that often qualify for tuition reimbursement.

Visit http://www.hrci.org/2011_Exam_Eligibility for details on eligibility regarding sitting for the PHR and SPHR exams.


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Course Content


The SHRM Learning System course features printed workbooks, over 1,500 test questions, an Online Resource Center, an interactive case study, and The SPHR Preparation Book, designed especially for SPHR candidates.

What will you learn?

The key to the success of the PHR/SPHR certification and the 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 HR Certification Institute body of knowledge tested in PHR/SPHR exams.

Module 1: Strategic Management
 

Role of HR in organizations
HR strategy
Evaluating the internal/external environment
HR and the legislative and regulatory environment
 


Module 2: Workforce Planning and Employment
 
Employee rights, privacy and consumer protection legislation
Organizational staffing requirements
Recruitment, selection and retention
 


Module 3: Human Resource Development
 

Organizational development
Training and development
Talent management
Performance management
 


Module 4: Total Rewards
 

Compensation structure and systems
Benefit programs
Compensation and benefits legislation
Administering and evaluating compensation and benefits programs
 


Module 5: Employee and Labor Relations
 

Labor relations legislation
Union organizing and collective bargaining
Unfair labor practices
Employee involvement and engagement
 


Module 6: Risk Management
 

Organizational risk
Workplace safety, health, security and privacy
Risk management legislation
 


SPHR course participants will also receive the SPHR Preparation Book specifically designed for SPHR candidates.

When does the class start?

The course is offered in the fall and spring.  Check the Registrar Center to find out when the next class starts. The class is taught completely online to allow for maximum convenience and flexibility for working professionals.

How much does it cost?

The cost for this course is $1,100.

Who will be teaching the course?

Nancy Volpe, SPHR, GPHR

Ms. Volpe is a SHRM affiliated instructor, who has been a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) for over 20 years. She has volunteered with SHRM at the local, state, regional and international level for 19 years and has a lifetime SHRM certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR). In 2007, Ms. Volpe attained her Global Professional in Human Resources certification (GPHR). From 2002-2007, Ms. Volpe served on the international SHRM board of directors.

 

Ms. Volpe has a passion for HR as a Strategic Business Partner and the impact it can have on a business' bottom line. She has taught the SHRM PHR/SPHR Certification Preparation Course for multiple years, delivering it both face-to-face and virtually. She has taught courses for a variety of public and private clients spanning many industries including:

- PricewaterhouseCoopers
- Bermuda HR Association
- Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS)
- Booze Allen Hamilton
- U.S. Navy

Credentials:
Ms. Volpe has over 20 years of experience in Executive HR positions in manufacturing, retail, nonprofit and legal organizations. She has traveled internationally to learn about the discipline of HR in China, India, Mexico, Singapore, Europe and South America.

Work Experience:
- Center for People Solutions, Chief People Officer
- Department of Labor
- Office of Federal Contract Compliance Program

Education:
- MBA from Western Michigan University
- Certificate programs from Corporate Coach University, Wharton, Harvard Business School, Cornell and Simmons

Other resources:

· Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM): www.shrm.org
· HR Certification Institute: www.hrci.org