The 2013 SHRM Learning System®

HR CERTIFICATION INSTITUTE www.hrci.org www.hrci.org Certifying body for the PHR®, SPHR®, GPHR®, or PHR-CA™/SPHR-CA™ exams. Has awarded more than 124,000 credentials to HR professionals in more than 80 countries Member discounts available on exam fee and learning materials through SHRMStore Test your knowledge with the online assessment exam The PHR, SPHR, and GPHR are the certifications offered by the HR Certification Institute. You can add a California certification to your existing PHR or SPHR certification. There are over 120,000 professionals certified, and 20,000 more are taking the test each year. As a SHRM member, you get a discount to take the exam and you can register online. There is also an assessment exam. If you want to test your knowledge before taking the exam, sign up for this test. You can take it right at your desk—it is timed and offers questions to see how you would do.

CERTIFICATION STUDY MATERIALS www.shrm.org/certification Certification gives you recognition, credibility, a competitive advantage, professional growth and increased earning potential. SHRM offers premiere certification preparation tools with a unique SHRM Learning System for the PHR/SPHR, GPHR and California certification exams: For the PHR/SPHR exams – Professionals who use the #1 PHR/SPHR cert prep tool to prepare for the exams consistently beat the national pass rate. For the GPHR exam – designed for HR professionals with international and cross-border responsibilities. The #1 GPHR cert prep tool. For the PHR-CA/SPHR-CA exams – designed for HR professionals who practice in or do business with the state of California. The #1 PHR-CA/SPHR-CA cert prep tool. Being certified in your profession is the “gold standard” by which others are measured. It sets you apart and signifies that you know, understand, and practice the HR body of knowledge. The body of knowledge was recently updated. Studying for the certification exam is made easier through a study group or one of the tools available through SHRM. Self-directed learning tools are available for PHR, SPHR, GPHR, or California state-specific certification.

The SHRM Learning System Proven Results The SHRM Learning System consistently beats the national pass rates. Why? Comprehensive system: Designed to fit every learning style, it offers learning modules in print or e-reader formats and extensive multi-media online resources to enhance effectiveness. Proven quality: Used by over 30,000 HR professionals annually, this program sets the standard for quality training. Increased test-taking confidence: With more than 1,400 practice questions as well as test-taking tips, students will feel confident and prepared for the test.

Online Learning Center Level-specific settings (PHR/SPHR) Assessment SmartStudy tools Quickstarts Practice tests Case study Resource center Individual and group reporting Portable content

Practice Tests A 100-item assessment Two 25-item module-specific tests per module Two bonus tests Post-tests incorporating features found on the HR Certification Institute exam format: scored and timed test questions, strike-through and mark and review.

Portable Content Mobile access – access via a smartphone E-reader access – read content through a Kindle, Nook, Sony reader or other e-reader device Downloadable media – audiocasts/Webcasts; audio flashcards 7

Flashcards and Glossary Flashcards that cover all six modules available in multiple formats: online, printable and audio download. Searchable glossary with over 750 key HR terms

Resource Center To enhance studies, additional tools are available in the Resource Center including: HR Updates Audiocasts and Webcasts Ask the Expert Related Links Feedback Legislative and Legal Case Summary Flashcards (online, print or audio)

Learning Modules Six modules for easy comprehension Module 1: Business Management and Strategy Module 2: Workforce Planning and Employment Module 3: Human Resource Development Module 4: Compensation and Benefits Module 5: Employee and Labor Relations Module 6: Risk Management Access the learning modules via your e-reader device. The SPHR Preparation Book is also included for focused studying.

Assess: Study: Pass Follow these steps to success: ASSESS: Take our assessment to determine your current knowledge and gaps, with the results weighted against tested areas on the certification exam (PHR or SPHR). STUDY: Use assessment results to identify your learning priorities, create your personal study plan, estimate study time and apply learned knowledge. PASS: Complete the post-test and use other testing preparation tools to validate your learning and refine your study plan as you prepare to pass the exam.

College/University Partnership Benefits of College/University Partnership Partnering with a college/university can benefit your chapter in many ways: Inspires new member growth through college/university marketing campaigns that reach audiences outside your membership. Creates opportunities for professionals to use employer tuition reimbursement dollars to cover the cost of their continuing education. Improves chapter ROI by avoiding the costs associated with curriculum development, course marketing, and administration. Chapters may have an agreement with the institution where they receive revenue for promoting the university course with the chapter members. Increases chapter exposure and advances the profession locally through co-branding with the institution Provides opportunities for certified members to become adjunct faculty or visit the classroom to promote the certification.

Benefits of Chapter Offering Offering a PHR/SPHR exam preparation chapter study group can benefit your chapter in the following ways: Provides opportunities for PHR/SPHR certified members to lead an SHRM sponsored certification preparation course. Offers ease of implementation as all student and instructor materials are readily available (instructor materials include an Instructor resource book, Instructor version of modules, PowerPoint slides, a syllabus, etc). Creates a greater sense of community as members join together to learn and share professional experiences.

SHRM Website Resources Volunteer Leader’s Resource Center Core Leadership Area SHRM Learning System Resources Landing Page Includes Chapter Offer Information Customizable Flyer Product Overview Handout

Feel free to reach out to us with any questions: Taimi Herron Central/West/Intn’l Region taimi.herron@shrm.org 651-905-2629 Mindy Flood South/Southeast Region mindy.flood@shrm.org 651-905-2652 Sarah Renn Greater Lakes Region sarah.renn@shrm.org 651-905-2665 Kim Rudrud Northeast Region kim.rudrud@shrm.org 651-905-2638

In summary; Options for Certification Preparation Partner with a college or university near you Start your own study group Partner with a nearby chapter Recommend individual online programs Remember – the Learning System is “protected.” It cannot be shared. Each candidate must have his/her own set to study from. (The cost of taking the course is similar to taking any graduate school course – and is worth the investment!)

Earn FREE Recert Credits RECERTIFICATION Ways to get FREE recertification credits SHRM membership, 3 credits each year SHRM webcasts and archives Each webcast = at least 1 credit, some are strategic (SPHR) and global (GPHR) On-the-job learning Doing something NEW at work that broadens your knowledge of HR? It may count for credit (examples: rolling out a new 401K plan, developing a strategic plan for your department, researching new healthcare plans, developing a new compensation system Instruction: 1 hour taught = 1.5 credit hours awarded Includes HR-related courses taught at work such as workplace violence prevention, sexual harassment prevention, supervisor training, safety training, etc. Research, write, or publish on HR topics- in your local newspaper or chapter newsletter or website. Once you are certified, you must recertify every three years. You must earn 60 hours of credit during that time. If you are working on your degree, just one 15-week, 3-credit course counts for 45 credits! How many of you teach HR-related training programs in your organizations? That will count as 1.5 hours of credit for each hour you teach. You can’t count 10 sessions of the same course, however. You can count a training program only once. HR-related training, seminars, courses, etc., will count. It does NOT have to be “pre-approved.” When you learn something new at work, like when you roll out a new pension plan or 401K plan, that counts. If you write articles for a local business paper or conduct research, that counts. If you are on the board of this chapter or in an HR-related role on your Chamber board, or some other HR-related leadership activity, that counts. SHRM membership counts. Sessions you attend do not have to be pre-approved by HRCI. For example, you can attend an HR course offered by a local law firm, and that would count. It’s easy to get the 60 hours. Most people earn 60 hours of credit well before the deadline. Don’t let your certification lapse. Also, make sure that the Institute has your CURRENT contact information. HRCI and SHRM are separate organizations with different databases, so update your information with HRCI. All of their reminder notices are now sent via email, so if they do not have your email address, you will not receive a recertification reminder. Also, you can record all of your credits online as you go. You DO NOT need to provide any backup documentation for your credits unless requested. Keep them in case you are audited, but do not send them to the Institute. If you do not recertify before the 3-year deadline, you are no longer certified and must stop using the initials after your name. Keep your verification in case you are audited, but you do not need to turn it in. 17

RECERTIFICATION WITH SHRM http://shrmstore.shrm.org/hr-certification-institute/shrm-book-club NEW! Read Books for Credit Select number of HR books have been approved for either General or Strategic recertification credit. Purchase book from SHRMStore and receive a link for an e-learning test. After reading the approved book, complete the online test and score 70% or higher. If you have the book, you can still purchase the quiz from the elearning site on the SHRM website. Set up an account and get the quiz. After passing with at least a 70%, you then receive a program ID that entitles you to 2.5 credit hours. Up to 20 total credits are available in a three-year recertification cycle. Visit the SHRM Book Club for list of approved books. HRCI now will offer credit for reading certain pre-approved HR books. Review the list of books on the SHRMStore website and after you read the book, you can take a quiz online about what you read. Score at least 70% to get credit of up to 2.5 hours. You can earn up to 20 credits for reading over a three-year recertification cycle. 18

Certification Webinar Schedule for 2013 *Connections will be posted in the monthly SHRM update February 13th webinar HR Certification Institute May 15th webinar SHRM Learning System September 4th webinar HR Certification Institute October 16th webinar SHRM: Successful Study Groups   All webinars are recorded and posted in the Certification section Of the Volunteer Leaders Resource Center

And thanks! Questions? Dorothy Knapp, SPHR Field Services Director, SHRM Phone: (703) 535-6199 E-mail: dorothy.knapp@shrm.org And thanks!