In the effort to prevent employee lawsuits, your HR professionals, leaders and managers can be assets or liabilities. This course provides a frontline defense against costly litigation by giving you the knowledge and tools to handle workplace issues effectively. This course covers ADA, discrimination and harassment, recruiting and hiring, progressive discipline and termination, workplace violence, workplace privacy, substance abuse and Family Medical Leave Act. (HRCI recertification credit submitted)

This program is approved by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) for recertification credit. Take as a review to keep abreast of changes in HR and receive credit toward recertification for your PHR or SPHR.

Reduce potentially costly lawsuits and improve your ability to handle challenging HR issues. This program's six-module format addresses HR and management practices. Learn key pieces of federal legislation on sexual harassment, age discrimination and FMLA; the role of the EEOC and its investigation process; how to improve employee recruitment and selection while avoiding legal pitfalls; the importance of effectively communicating base pay; and the process, methods and purpose of performance appraisals. Small business owners, new and junior human resources practitioners, and new or experienced managers and business managers will benefit from this course. Books included

Prepare for HR certification with the SHRM Learning System Course and
advance your human resource career!

We offer this program in partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). The curriculum, designed by subject matter experts, covers the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) body of knowledge and includes application exercises that develop specific competencies and decision-making skills. Topics include strategic management, work force planning and employment, human resource development, total rewards, employee and labor relations, and risk management. Note: Tri-County Human Resource Management Association (TCHRMA) members are eligible for a reduced rate of $850. Contact Yvonne Noisette at 843.574.6083 or yvonne.noisette@tridenttech.edu for details.

This course is designed for managers and staff in general management or human resource management positions:

• HR professionals planning to take the HR or SPHR certification exam
• PHR professionals seeking to "upgrade" their certification to SPHR
• Certified HR professionals needing credits for PHR/SPHR recertification
• HR practitioners seeking professional development to advance their careers
• Experienced managers who are new to the HR field

HRCI test dates

If you have further questions regarding the PHR or SPHR exams, visit www.hrci.org, call HRCI at 866.898.4724, or e-mail info@hrci.org. All certification testing is computer-based and conducted at one of the 250 Prometric Test Centers around the country. The next testing period is Dec. 1-Jan. 31. To avoid a late fee, register for your exam by Oct. 10. 

*Last class will meet for two hours.