SHRM Essentials® of Human Resource Management

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Recertification Hours: 13
This two-day program provides participants with a complete overview of human resources roles and responsibilities. Participants learn techniques for effectively handling daily HR and people management challenges. This course covers real-life HR issues and current, vital topics including: employment law; selecting qualified employees; compensation; orientation and training; and the performance management process.
Program Objectives
- Gain practical HR knowledge and the skills to improve HR job performance
- Reduce your company's risk of potential high-cost litigation
- Promote a consistent understanding of the HR function to non-HR management
- Offer professional development for divisional or departmental supervisors to ensure HR compliance
- Develop a common dictionary of HR terms for the entire organization
Program Overview
- Module 1: Human Resource Management
- Module 2: Employment Law
- Module 3: Recruitment and Selection
- Module 4: Compensation and Benefits
- Module 5: Employee Development
- Module 6: Performance Management
Who Benefits from this Program?
- Junior and entry level HR professionals
- Non-HR professionals in supervisory roles who have the responsibility for interviewing, training, evaluating, or disciplining employees
- Individuals seeking a career in human resources
- New or experienced people managers interested in learning more about efficient and capable employee management skills
- Representatives selling or supporting HR systems and services
- Business managers who want to ensure that their company avoids costly litigation that could be prevented through basic HR best practices
- International HR personnel wishing to increase their knowledge of fundamental U.S. HR practices
Each participant receives a Certificate of Achievement upon completion of the program.
SHRM Essentials for Individuals!
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Contact us at OrgTraining@SHRM.org or 703-535-6496.