PHR/SPHR Exam Preparation

Our intensive 8-week online PHR / SPHR Certification Preparation course is taught by academically qualified industry experts.  Access the course any time from anywhere with an internet connection.  Virtual meetings are held weekly, and recorded for future reference or review. 
Who Should Attend
The ideal PHR candidate should: The ideal SPHR candidate should:
  • Focus on program implementation rather than creation
  • Have a tactical, logistical orientation
  • Have 2-4 years exempt-level (professional) generalist experience
  • Design and plan programs rather than implement
  • Have extensive knowledge of all aspects of HR
  • Have ultimate responsibility in the HR department
  • Have 4-8 years of progressive exempt-level (professional) experience
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Course Format

In addition to the instructor-lead, participative weekly meetings, you’ll use the SHRM Learning System.  There are printed workbooks for each module, case studies, practice tests and an online Resource Center.  Try their free demo.

Course Materials

Course materials and shipping are included in the course fee and will be mailed to you 1-2 weeks prior to the start of the course.

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Our prep course covers the Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) body of knowledge.  It is the most up-to-date, comprehensive Human Resources content.  You'll study:

  1. Strategic Business Management
  2. Workforce Planning & Development
  3. Human Resource Development
  4. Total Rewards
  5. Employee & Labor Relations
  6. Risk Management

View the course syllabus.

Exam Registration Dates

Spring exam window: May 1 - June 30, 2013
Early registration without late fee: Jan 22 - March 22, 2013
Late registration with late fee: March 23 - April 19, 2013

For additional information, such as fees, test locations, etc., visit the Human Resource Certification Institute at hrci.org or the Society for Human Resource Management at shrm.org.