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Society for Human Resource Management Learning System PHR/SPHR

 

Get an overview of key areas in HR management and acquire the skills to complete your PHR/SPHR certification.

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Course Completion Requirements:

• Attend at least 75% of the classes. Cannot miss more than 2 sessions.

• Take all tests and exams.

• Complete out of class assignments.

• Score 80% or better on the paper and pencil exam.

• Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate of achievement from SHRM that recognizes your completion of the course.

Certification Details:

• Recertification is every three years.

• Format of exam: Computer-based, 175 multiple choice questions, three hours to complete.

• Pass Rate: National average for PHR - 58%, for SPHR - 48%. UW-M's pass rate is above the national average.

• Exam Proctor: Thomson Prometric, 19435 W Capitol Dr, Brookfield, WI.

• Exam Registration Dates: December 1, 2012 to January 31, 2013 http://www.hrci.org/deadlines_fees/
Regular Application Deadline - October 5, 2012

PHR Price $300, SHRM Member - $250
SPHR Price $425, SHRM Member - $375
Late Application Deadline - November 9, 2012, add $75 for late registration

• Eligibility Guidelines:

o PHR

§ 1 year exempt level HR experience with a Master's Degree

§ 2 years exempt level HR experience with a bachelor's degree

§ 4 years exempt level HR experience with less than a bachelor's degree

o SPHR

§ 4 years exempt level HR experience with a Master's degree or higher.

§ 5 years exempt level HR experience with a bachelor's degree.

§ 7 years exempt level HR experience with less than a bachelor's degree.

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Benefits and Learning Outcomes

  • Gain business management strategies
  • Analyze compensation and benefits
  • Understand risk management

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  Sessions  
12 Mon., Sep. 9-Nov. 25
6pm-9pm
Location: UW-Parkside, Kenosha, Wi (Click link for directions)
Instructor: Brad Foley
Fee: $1200 Includes all materials, reduced parking in our deck, and beverages each evening. $100 discount for SHRM members
Discount Information
Enrollment Limit: 25
Program No. 5040-6192
Note: This session will be held at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside in the Student Center Poplar Room.
Registration Deadline: Thu., Sept. 5
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13 Thu., Sept. 12-Dec.12 (omit Nov. 28)
6pm-9pm
Location: UWM School of Continuing Education (Click link for directions)
Instructor: Kristin Strunk
Fee: $1200 Includes all materials, reduced parking in our deck, and beverages each evening. $100 discount for SHRM members
Discount Information
CEUs: 3.6
Enrollment Limit: 25
Program No. 5040-5838
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For more information, contact:
  Jan Allen, Director, Business & Management, allen3@uwm.edu, 414-227-3219, 888-947-9947
 

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