The 2013 SHRM Learning System ®

1. The 2013 SHRM Learning System®

2. HR CERTIFICATION INSTITUTE 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 www.hrci.org

3. 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.

4. 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.

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

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

7. 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

8. 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

9. 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)

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. 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.

14. 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

15. Questions 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

16. 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!)

17. 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.

18. RECERTIFICATION WITH SHRM http://shrmstore.shrm.org/hr-certification-institute/shrm-book-club Select number of HR books have been approved for either General or Strategic recertification credit. Purchase book from SHRMStoreand 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. NEW! Read Books for Credit

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

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