SHRM Essentials of Human Resource Management

The SHRM Essentials^® of HR Management is an introductory course offering a complete overview of human resource roles and responsibilities. If you are just starting out in the profession, or are looking for an effective way to boost your employee management skills, this is the program for you!

Offered in partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the curriculum provided in the SHRM Essentials of HR is designed by global subject matter experts and incorporates six key topics from the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™).new window Our course is designed to help you learn and retain the material effectively and efficiently by combining learning materials with expert instruction and peer discussion. 

 

Benefits to SHRM Essentials of HR: 

You: 

• An experienced, SHRM-certified instructor. 
• A solid HR knowledge foundation to build on as you advance in your career. 
• A structured learning experience that keeps you on track. 
• Opportunities to network and learn from your peers. 
• It sets the stage for further professional development with the SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification. 
• Professional Development Credits (PDCs) or recertification credit hours and a certificate upon completion. 

Your Employer: 

• Reduces company's risk of potential high-cost litigation. 
• Promotes a consistent understanding of the HR function to non-HR management. 
• Offers professional development for divisional or departmental supervisors to ensure HR compliance. 
• Develops a common dictionary of HR terms for the entire organization. 
• Covers real-life HR issues and current, vital topics including: employment law; selecting qualified employees; compensation; orientation and training; and the performance management process. 

Spring 2025 Course Details

Registration is now open

Who Should Enroll?

Designed as a thorough introduction to HR basics, the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course provides a solid foundation in human resources concepts and is effective training across multiple job responsibilities and career paths. 

• New and junior HR practitioners who need to increase their knowledge base.
• Small business owners or office managers who perform the HR function for their company and business managers who want to learn basic HR best practices to avoid costly litigation.
• New or experienced managers interested in learning more about employee management skills.
• Representatives selling or supporting HR systems and services 
  International HR personnel wishing to increase their knowledge of U.S. HR practices.
• Job seekers who are investigating HR as a new career option or want to enhance their resume with HR skills.

 

 

Montgomery College is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.