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PHR / SPHR CERTIFICATION COURSES

 

Our courses are designed to help deepen your understanding of HR and help you pass the HRCI® PHR and SPHR exam.  It is a proven fact that the PHR/SPHR certification exams are based on knowledge and experience. The materials used in this course, along with the experience base simulation, group breakouts, peer learning, online study and multiple learning styles are the most effective study method on the market, and will greatly improve your transfer of learning.

Contact Dr. Cooper at 815-277-9010 or info@realsynergy.com for tutoring
Professor Cooper, MBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, PhD

 

Our courses are taught by James W. Cooper, MBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, PhD, James is currently an Assistant Professor with 12 years of experience in adult teaching.  His courses are designed to bring a combination of knowledge and experience which he has 15 years of experience in HR and he received his SPHR certification in 2006. 

Course Topics

 

Business Management and Strategy

  • Strategic role of HR in organizations

  • HR business management skills

  • Strategic planning process

  • Evaluating the internal/external environment

  • HR and the legislative and regulatory environment

 

Workforce Planning and Employment

  • Employee rights, privacy and consumer protection legislation

  • Organizational staffing requirements

  • Job analysis and documentation

  • Recruitment, flexible staffing, selection and retention

 

Human Resource Development

  • Organizational development initiatives

  • Adult learning and motivation; Training and development

  • Talent and performance management

 

Compensation and Benefits

  • Compensation structure and systems

  • Benefit programs (Government mandated, deferred comp plans, health care and other non-statutory benefits)

  • Compensation and benefits legislation

  • Evaluating compensation and benefits programs

 

Employee and Labor Relations

  • Employee and labor relations legislation

  • Union organizing and collective bargaining

  • Unfair labor practices

  • Discipline and complaint resolution

FAQ

 

What are the requirements to sit for the HRCI® exam?

PHR Eligibility

  • A minimum of 1 year of experience in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with a Master's degree or higher, OR

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with a Bachelor's degree, OR

  • A minimum of 4 years of experience in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with less than a Bachelor's degree

 

SPHR Eligibility

  • A minimum of 4 years of experience in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with a Master’s degree or higher, OR

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with a Bachelor’s degree, OR

  • A minimum of 7 years of experience in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with less than a Bachelor's degree

 

Is there a different course for PHR candidates and SPHR candidates?

  • No, the course is designed to combine elements of both PHR and SPHR.

 

My company requires a grade for me to receive tuition reimbursement, will I be graded?

  • Yes, there will be quizzes and tests in which you will receive a grade for. 

 

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