Dates: January 28 - April 29, 2009 (13 weeks)
Note: Class will not be held on March 18 due to Spring Break
Wednesday evenings from 6:00 - 9:00 pm (Mt. Laurel & Glassboro)

Hybrid Course: Dates and time for in-person sessions to be determined
(approx. 4 during the session, remainder will be held online)

Location: Choose from our Glassboro, NJ or Mt. Laurel, NJ training sites

Cost: $1,295 SHRM, Tri-State, HRA members; $1,335 non-members

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This 13-week SHRM Learning System Course is designed to prepare participants for the PHR and SPHR certification examinations administered by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). You can use this course to gain in-depth knowledge of human resource management or to prepare for the HRCI exam. Computer-based testing is available May 1, 2009 thru June 30, 2009 at 250 testing sites worldwide.

The course is designed to provide you with an overview of key areas in HR management. The program contains six modules that correspond to the six functional areas defined by the human resource profession. The modules feature in class instruction, application exercises, and a module test.

*New Hybrid Course : Rowan University will begin offering a hybrid course (part in-person and part-online). The in-person traditional meetings will take place on the Rowan Glassboro campus and the remaining sessions will be held online. Participants will use the same course materials and will cover the same topics as in the traditional in-person course.

Who Should Attend:

This course is specifically designed for managers and staff with experience in general management or human resource management:

• HR professionals planning to take the PHR or SPHR certification exam
• PHR professionals seeking to "upgrade" their certification to SPHR
• Certified HR professionals needing credits for PHR/SPHR recertification
• HR practitioners seeking professional development to enhance or advance their careers
• Experienced managers who are new to the HR field
• Other mid-level managers pursuing career changes or promotions
• Individuals needing recertification credits

Six Key Benefits of Enrollment:

1. Develop specific competencies and decision-making skills through a practitioner-focused and competency-based curriculum.
   
2. Network and share 'real world' experiences with your classmates, and then apply what you learn to the workplace through the action-oriented curriculum.
   
3. Improve your test-taking skills with an expanded bank of nearly 1,500 test questions and the addition of more practice tests. Plus, you'll have access to the new SHRM Learning System � Resource Center , featuring HR updates, Webcasts, test-taking tips, related links, and eFlashcards that can be printed or downloaded to a PDA.
   
4. Prepare for career advancement opportunities.
   
5. Earn an MI Certificate in Human Resource Management as well as 3.9 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and a Certificate of Completion from SHRM upon completion of this course.
   
6. Cost effective learning at our Rowan University and Mt. Laurel locations minimizes travel expenses.
   

Here's What You Will Learn:

• Module One: Strategic management
• Module Two : Workforce planning and employment
• Module Three: Human resource development
• Module Four: Compensation and benefits
• Module Five: Employee and labor relations
• Module Six: Occupational health, safety, and security

Recertification:

By attending this course you will earn 39 hours towards recertification. Because the HR field is constantly changing, HR professionals are challenged to stay abreast of key issues and increased demands. Certified professionals use recertification to demonstrate their currency and to maintain their professional edge. Note: Completion of this course does not constitute PHR/SPHR certification or guarantee that you will pass the exam.

Satisfaction Guaranteed:
If you do not pass the HRCI Exam immediately following the course, you may retake the course free of charge for one year (excluding the SHRM learning system) providing space is available.

Learn from the Experts:

Laraine V. Knauss, SPHR, is director of human resources for Food Sciences Corporation in Mt. Laurel. She also has held management positions with Color Graphics, Inc. and Donnelley Rocappi, Inc. An alumna of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, Laraine's specializations include organizational management and industrial relations. She is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and Tri-State Human Resource Management Association, a Tri-State HRMA Board member, and co-chair of that organization's conference committee.

Jack C. Nestor, SPHR, brings a unique blend of public and private sector experience to the classroom. Currently HR Director with DPT Laboratories, Jack has held management positions with pharmaceutical and chemical companies as well as numerous municipalities including the City of Wildwood, NJ, the Township of Lower Merion, PA, and the Town of Salem, NH. Jack is a career generalist with special emphasis on recruiting and employee/labor relations. He has been a member of SHRM for 16 years and is past president of the Tri-State Human Resource Management Association (TSHRMA).

Monica R. McClintock, SPHR, began her career in Human Resources more than 25 years ago, joining Albert's Organics, a subsidiary of United Natural Foods, Inc., in 2004 as Human Resource Director. Previously, she worked in various business arenas including consulting, healthcare, printing and high technology. Monica graduated cum laude from Rider University in 1999 earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Human Resource Management. She gained the designation of Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and completed the Rutgers Human Resource Management certification program. As a long term member of SHRM, Monica served two years as President of the Tri-State Human Resource Management Association (TSHRMA) and is a current member of the Board of Directors. Monica is the proud recipient of the 2007 Delaware Valley Human Resources Person of the Year.

Dan Sell, SPHR, is the Director of Human Resources with Lannett Company, Inc. in Philadelphia. He is a senior HR professional with extensive leadership and management experience in companies in various service and manufacturing industries, working with both domestic and international operations. His experience includes Fortune 500, IPO, and privately held companies. He has successfully integrated human resource strategy with the overall business strategy to support immediate and long-term objectives of the business. Dan has been a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) for over twenty-five years. He is Past President and current member of the Board of Directors of the Tri-State Human Resource Management Association, an affiliated SHRM Chapter. In 2003 he was recognized as the Delaware Valley HR Person of the Year. The five SHRM chapters sponsoring that award represent almost 5,000 HR professionals in the greater Philadelphia area.

Robert Witkoski, SPHR, has more than 21 years of human resource experience and is currently the manager of human resources for CNT Corporation in Mt. Laurel. He has also been the senior HR manager for a petro-chemical industry firm, and has held HR management positions in transportation and hi-tech electronics industries. A past president of the Tri-State Human Resources Association, Bob is a life member and an active Board member. He has also served as SHRM’s NJ State Director and currently sits on the organization’s state council.

Eligibility Requirement:

According to HRCI, candidates must have two years of HR exempt-level experience to qualify to take either the PHR and SPRH exam. Also, students and recent graduates who are within twelve months of graduating from a bachelor's or master's degree program are welcome to take the PHR or GPHR exam in the student/recent graduate category.