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Career Training Certification (Workforce Solutions & STEM)

SHRM Certification Prep +

Programs & Training at Virginia Western > Business & Hospitality > SHRM Certification Prep +
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Ready to be recognized as an HR professional? Do you want to prepare for growth as a human resources professional, helping individuals and organizations hire and manage employees? SHRM is the professional organization that certifies Human Resources professionals (Society for Human Resources Management). Our course is led by a tenured human resources professional who will help every student in obtaining the knowledge necessary to prepare for the industry credential. In obtaining your SHRM certification you will demonstrate that you have the knowledge and expertise to gain traction as a contributor to any human resources department. Give yourself a competitive edge with your SHRM certification – a globally recognized credential! All students are responsible for making sure they are eligible to sit for the exam and for the exam fee.

Research on the SHRM website 

Note: The SHRM exam is only available during specific windows of time.

Please make sure you enroll in the appropriate class per your experience and qualifications. Both SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP Certifications have separate classes.

Behavioral Competencies

  • Leadership & Navigation
  • Ethical Practice
  • Inclusive Mindset
  • Relationship Management
  • Communication
  • Business Acumen
  • Consultation
  • Analytical Aptitude

Functional Areas

  • HR Strategy
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Employee Engagement & Retention
  • Learning & Development
  • Total Rewards
  • Structure of the HR Function
  • Organizational Effectiveness & Development
  • Workforce Management
  • Employee & Labor Relations
  • Technology Management
  • Managing a Global Workforce
  • Risk Management
  • Corporate Social Responsibility
  • U.S. Employment Law & Regulations

SHRM CP Certification Prep +

SHRM-CP is the premier certification in the Human Resources Field. This class is designed to prepare HR professionals to pass the Certification Exam to become a Certified Professional in Human Resource Management.

This program is offered completely online.

Requirements

Candidates for the SHRM-CP certification are not required to hold an HR title and do not need a degree or previous HR experience to apply; however, a basic working knowledge of HR practices and principles or a degree from an Academically Aligned program is recommended.

Who should take this course

  • Human Resource Professionals     
  • Human Resource Managers     
  • General Management 

Tuition Includes

  • Virtual Instruction
  • Exam Voucher
  • SHRM Certification Prep + Material

As part of your tuition, you will receive the updated SHRM Certification Prep System® for SHRM-CP (the online system is available for 18 months after start of class). Comprised of comprehensive learning modules in print and e-reader formats, and advanced online resources, these study materials streamline study time, accelerate learning and build confidence for passing the SHRM-CP exam. The SHRM Certification Prep System® course features printed workbooks, over 1,000 test questions, and an Online Resource Center (download flashcards, access HR updates, related links, feedback feature and more).

Certification

HR professionals will be prepared to sit for the certification exam to become a Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) in Human Resource Management.    

CLASS SCHEDULE & REGISTRATION
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SHRM SCP Certification Prep +

SHRM-SCP is the premier certification in the Human Resources Field. This class is designed to prepare HR professionals to pass the Certification Exam to become a Senior Certified Professional in Human Resource Management.

This program is offered completely online.

Requirements

The SHRM-SCP exam is for senior HR professionals with six or more years of experience who hold strategic-level positions. This work includes planning programs, policies and procedures; executing HR operations; and analyzing, interpreting and reporting performance metrics.

Who should take this course

  • Human Resource Professionals     
  • Human Resource Managers     
  • General Management 

Tuition Includes

  • Virtual Instruction
  • Exam Voucher
  • SHRM Certification Prep + material

As part of your tuition, you will receive the updated SHRM Certification Prep System® for SHRM-SCP (the online system is available for 18 months after start of class). Comprised of comprehensive learning modules in print and e-reader formats, and advanced online resources, these study materials streamline study time, accelerate learning and build confidence for passing the SHRM-SCP exam. The SHRM Certification Prep System® course features printed workbooks, over 1,000 test questions, and an Online Resource Center (download flashcards, access HR updates, related links, feedback feature and more).

Certification

HR professionals will be prepared to sit for the certification exam to become a Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) in Human Resource Management.   

CLASS SCHEDULE & REGISTRATION
MORE INFO & FUNDING

Program Cost & Length

SHRM CP Certification Prep +
Est. Tuition*: $1,995
Program Length: 12 weeks

SHRM SCP Certification Prep +
Est. Tuition*: $1,995
Program Length: 12 weeks

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