GPHRs may earn up to 21 recertification hours when attending this program for professional development.
Program Overview
Led by qualified and certified HR instructors, our intensive PHR/SPHR preparation seminars, combined with the 2013 SHRM Learning System—the #1 PHR and SPHR certification preparation tool that consistently helps professionals beat the national pass rate, present a comprehensive and detailed review of the current PHR/SPHR body of knowledge. By attending, you will be able to identify areas of strength and build on them. You will also see where you need further concentrated study in preparation for taking either certification exam.
Utilizing your SHRM Learning System before the course begins will prepare you to gain the greatest benefits from attending. These certification preparation seminars should not be considered your only preparation, it is a very valuable step which will help you focus your study efforts to maximize your results.
Benefits & Features
- Outside-the-classroom assignments consisting of sample test questions and periodic progress checks help reinforce classroom sessions so you can be confident of your breadth of knowledge.
- The virtual seminar delivery option allows real time Q&A chats between participants, providing a dynamic virtual classroom experience. And all classes are recorded in their entirety so you can view at your own convenience.
- The post-test includes features similar to the HR Certification Institute exam: scored questions, strike-through feature, timed questions, mark and review.
- Be more prepared for the certification exams with over 1,400 questions to test your knowledge.
Program Materials
Program fee includes a copy of the 2013 SHRM Learning System.

2013 Winter PHR/SPHR Exam Window
Exam Dates: Dec. 1, 2013 - Jan. 31, 2014
Applications Accepted: Oct. 4
Late Application Deadline: Nov. 8
IMPORTANT
This program is not a substitute for the certification examination. If you wish to take the PHR or SPHR examination, you must complete a separate application form available through the HR Certification Institute.
Please note: To ensure that you receive your copy of the SHRM Learning System before attending the class, SHRM must process your registration at least two weeks in advance of your program date. You will receive the materials approximately within a week of registering for the course. If you register a week or less before the course start date you will receive your copy on-site. Please bring the confirmation you receive via e-mail to the program with you.
Questions? E-mail us at shrmeducation@shrm.org.
**These are Seminar prices and do not apply to the courses offered at SHRM conferences.