Certification Review Courses

PHR/SPHR Certification Review Courses

If you’ve been planning to earn your Professional Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), now is the time to enroll in our Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) exam preparation courses!

We offer this program in partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and utilize the SHRM Learning System materials. The curriculum, designed by subject matter experts, covers the HRCI Body of Knowledge and includes application exercises that develop specific competencies and decision-making skills. The SHRM Learning System is the #1 PHR/SPHR certification preparation program that consistently helps professionals beat the national pass rate.

There’s never been a better time to pursue your PHR or SPHR certification. With our blended approach, you’ll learn from comprehensive workbooks and materials, software, online tools and a dynamic classroom experience. In addition, you can earn continuing education units (CEUs) for completing these courses.

NEW! Now earn PHR and SPHR re-certification credits entirely ONLINE! Enjoy the flexibility of learning anytime, anywhere and save on travel time and costs: Online HR Portal

Exam eligibility requirements have recently been updated. Please see below for details.

PHR = Minimum of 1 year of experience in an exempt level (professional) HR position with a master's degree or higher

PHR = Minimum of 2 years of experience in an exempt level (professional) HR position with a bachelor's degree

PHR = Minimum of 4 years of experience in an exempt level (professional) HR position with a high school diploma

SPHR = Minimum 4 years of experience in an exempt level (professional) HR position with a master's degre of higher

SPHR = Minimum of 5 years of experience in an exempt level (professional) HR position with a bachelor's degree.

SPHR = Minimum of 7 years of experience in an exempt level (professional) HR position with a high school diploma

Please be sure to verify your eligibility to take the exam prior to signing up for this review course.

Refer to www.hrci.org for additional information.

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Intended Audiences
HR practitioners, staff and professionals seeking advancement; employee relations, benefits, or compensation professionals; training and development professionals; or anyone who is preparing for the PHR/SPHR certification exams. This is an excellent capstone programs for those who have completed the Cal State San Marcos or other HR Management Certificate programs. Visit the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) Web site at http://www.hrci.org/ for additional information.

Required Materials: SHRM Learning System is included in the price of your course fee and will be distributed on the first night of class

Test Dates/Locations
Test Dates: May 1 - June 30 and December 1, 2013 - January 31, 2014