Northern Illinois University

NIU Outreach - Professional Development & Training

Professional Human Resource Management Certification Prep Program

Professional Human Resource
Management Certification Prep Program

SHRM's HR Management Certification Prep Program offered by NIU Outreach provides human resource professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the six functional areas of human resource management as defined by the profession.

This award-winning 13 week course serves as a review/study course for those seeking certification as Professional Human Resource (PHR) or Senior Professional Human Resource (SPHR) through the exam process administered by the Human Resources Certificate Institute (HRCI).

Other professionals and HR specialists desiring an increased understanding of management issues will also find this course most beneficial for professional development purposes.

Topics covered include

  • Strategic Management
  • Workforce Planning and Employment
  • Human Resource Development
  • Total Rewards
  • Employee and Labor Relations
  • Risk Management

If you are currently unemployed and receiving benefits from the Illinois Department of Employment Security, you may qualify for WIA funding for this program.  For more information visit www.wia.niu.edu.

In Partnership with SHRM (TM) Society for Human Resource Management


Online registrants MUST use a credit card. Click event number below to register online.


Registrants paying by check should fill out and send in the Mail/Fax Registration Form.

Mail completed form to:
Northern Illinois University
Outreach Services - Registration
DeKalb, IL 60115




Now offering the SHRM Certification Prep Course Online

Traditional 13 Week Program
Location Spring 2010 Dates Time Price Register Online
NIU Rockford
8500 E. State Street
Rockford, IL
Mondays
Feb. 8-May 10
6-9 p.m. $1,150 regular and $1,050 alumni/SHRM member. After 1/25/10, $1,225 regular and $1,125 alumni/SHRM member Event # 10738
Glenview
Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy 
2300 Patriot Blvd. 
Glenview, IL
Tuesdays
Feb. 9-May 4
6-9 p.m. $1,150 regular and $1,050 alumni/SHRM member. After 1/26/10, $1,225 regular and $1,125 alumni/SHRM member Event # 10743
NIU Hoffman Estates
5555 Trillium Blvd.
Hoffman Estates, IL
Wednesdays
Feb. 10-May 5
6-9 p.m.  $1,150 regular and $1,050 alumni/SHRM member. After 1/27/10, $1,225 regular and $1,125 alumni/SHRM member Event # 10741
NIU Naperville
1120 E. Diehl Rd.
Naperville, IL
Thursdays
Feb. 11-May 6
6-9 p.m. $1,150 regular and $1,050 alumni/SHRM member. After 1/28/10, $1,225 regular and $1,125 alumni/SHRM member Event # 10739
NIU Alumni Center
33 N. LaSalle St, Ste. 1700
Chicago, IL 60602
Tues. & Thurs.
Mar 16 - Apr 22
5:30-8:30 p.m. $1,150 regular and $1,050 alumni/SHRM member. After 3/2/10, $1,225 regular and $1,125 alumni/SHRM member Event # 10724
Fast Track Program - 6 Weeks
Location Spring 2010 Dates Time Price Register Online
NIU Hoffman Estates
5555 Trillium Blvd.
Hoffman Estates, IL
Saturdays
Mar. 13-Apr. 24
8:30 a.m.-
4:00 p.m.
$1,150 regular and $1,050 alumni/SHRM member. After 1/27/10, $1,225 regular and $1,125 alumni/SHRM member Event # 10742

Material Shipping fee for all courses above - $15

Special rates are available for those who have pre-purchased the 2010 SHRM Learning System study materials; are a current NIU undergraduate student planning to take the examination as a student candidate; or past program participants who have completed the NIU program in the spring or fall of 2009.  For additional information contact dmann@niu.edu or bcoulter@niu.edu.

Payment Plan

You must register online for the payment plan optionClick event number above to reigster online.  Payment plan is available for those using a credit card to register.  A 25% payment of course fee required at time registration is completed.  Balance must be paid in full at least 21 days prior to class start.  Credit card will be charged any outstanding balance.  Students may make additional payments prior to the final due date by check or money order and amount will be credited as received (mailed to Outreach Registration, 140 Swen Parson Hall, DeKalb, IL 60115.  Name, address, event number and order number must be included with payment.  Participant  materials will not be distributed  until payment is received in full.

Course fees include the complete SHRM Learning system with computer-based study aids and instructor supplemental resources.

Sessions are taught by practicing corporate HR professionals and attorneys specializing in each area. Interactive sessions include case study discussions, lecture, question and answer sessions, and multiple choice tests reflecting the types of questions on the HRCI accreditation exams.

Participants who successfully complete the course, including those who choose not to take the HRCI exam, will receive Certificates of Completion from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), and 36 contact hours.  

This program is offered each fall and spring prior to the December and May examinations. For exam eligibility, application and fee information, visit http://www.hrci.org. NIU offers courses at multiple locations providing convenient access to the program. NIU also offers customized in-house courses for companies desiring to enroll multiple employees.

If you are taking this course in preparation for the PHR or SPHR exam, please confirm your eligibility to be a candidate for certification with the HR Certification Institute www.hrci.org before completing your registration.  HRCI requires 2 years of exempt level experience to be accepted as a candidate for certification.  Students within 1 year of graduation may take the exam but will not become certified until the experience requirement is met.  Any questions about qualifications/eligibility to take the exam should be directed to HRCI - www.hrci.org.  NIU does not assume responsibility for ensuring candidates are eligible to take the exam.


Who Should Attend
This course is designed for HR professionals seeking to enhance or advance their careers, as well as those interested in pursuing more detailed overview of HR management. This course is also ideal for HR managers and professionals planning to take the PHR/SPHR certification exams. 

Contact Hours
3.6 CEU's/36 contact hours

Have a question or prefer to speak to a person
Call 800-345-9472 Monday – Friday between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (CST) for live assistance.