SHRM® Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate Program
The SHRM® Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate Program provides an overview of the human resource function and covers real-life HR issues and today’s most vital and timely topics, including employment law, selecting qualified employees, compensation, orientation and training, and the employee performance process.
Program Dates:| Friday, November 5th , 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Friday, November 12th , 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. |
- or - | Friday, May 13th , 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Friday, May 20th , 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. |
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HR: Leading People, Leading Organizations |
Improve your HR knowledge and effectiveness
If you’re new to human resources or simply want to strengthen your employee management skills, the SHRM ® Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate Program is for you. Knowledge of the essentials can make you a better manager, protect your company from needless litigation, and help advance your career.
Offered in partnership with the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), this cost-effective course covers real-life HR issues, including employment law, selecting qualified employees, compensation, the employee performance process, and much more in our six learning modules.
You’ll benefit from the shared experiences of your instructor and peers, while learning techniques for handling HR challenges. In addition, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion from our institution.
An introductory courseThis program is designed for those responsible for or who oversee hiring, training, evaluating, and/or managing employees.
These are typical job titles of students who’ve completed the program:
| HR specialist | Administrative assistant | Trainer |
| HR generalist | Executive assistant | Recruiter |
| Office manager | HR administrator | Small Business Owner |
| Staffing specialist | Admissions counselor | Manager |
The six learning modules cover a broad spectrum of topics
This course provides important knowledge and skills you can use immediately in your day-to-day job:
1. Essentials of Human Resource Management
- The Human Resources Management Profession
- HR Roles and Responsibilities
- Human Resource Planning
2. Employment Law in Your Workplace
- Civil Rights Legislation
- EEO and Affirmative Action
- Pregnancy, Age and Disability Legislation
- Additional Employee Protection Laws
3. Effective Recruitment and Selection Techniques
- Recruiting methods
- The Selection Process
- Evaluating Applicants
4. Basics of Compensation and Benefits
- Total Compensation
- Job Analysis and Documentation
- Methods for Job Evaluation
- Benefits Commonly Offered by Employers
5. Orienting and Training Your Employees
- Training Objectives and Methods
- Effective adult learning, both on-the-job and off-the-job
- Four Levels of Evaluation
6. Ensuring Quality Performance
- Performance Management
- Common Appraisal Methods and Errors
- Legal Concepts and Guidelines surrounding Disciplinary Actions
SHRM is the world’s largest association devoted to human resource management, with more than 200,000 members. SHRM educational programs are developed according to the highest quality standards and are continually updated to reflect changes in legislation and HR polices.
Convenient classes for professionals with full schedules
| Program Dates: | Friday, November 5th , 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Friday, November 12th , 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. - or - Friday, May 13th , 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Friday, May 20th , 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. |
| Location: | Baker College of Clinton Twp. - Academic Office Boardroom |
| Contact: | Beth LaValley beth.lavalley@baker.edu (586) 899-3809 |
Course fee
A course fee of $425 includes SHRM ® Essentials of HR Management Certificate Program manual consisting of six modules, glossary, and index as well as Participant’s Activities Book and 13 hours of classroom instruction.
Register now. Classes fill quickly and space is limited.
Take steps now to strengthen your ability to handle a wide-range of HR challenges. Both you and your employer will benefit from the knowledge and skills gained from the SHRM ® Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate Program.
