SHRM Learning System™
The SHRM Learning System is a comprehensive training program that helps HR
professionals prepare for the PHR or SPHR certification exam.
Designed to fit every learning style, it offers a blended format of printed
workbooks, learning software and Web-based study tools to enhance
effectiveness.
The SHRM Learning System:
The SHRM Learning System includes six content modules, divided into the
following sections:
Module 1 – Strategic Management
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Section 1-1: The Role of Human Resources in Organizations
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Section 1-2: The Strategic Planning Process
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Section 1-3: Assessing the Internal Environment
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Section 1-4: Scanning the External Environment
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Section 1-5: Evaluating HR’s Strategic Contributions
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Section 1-6: Ethical Issues Affecting Organizations
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Section 1-7: HR and the Legislative and Regulatory Environment
Module 2 – Workforce Planning and Employment
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Section 2-1: Key Legislation Affecting Employee Rights
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Section 2-2: Key Legislation Affecting Privacy and Consumer Protection
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Section 2-3: Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action
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Section 2-4: Gender Discrimination and Harassment in the Workplace
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Section 2-5: Organizational Staffing Requirements
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Section 2-6: Job Analysis and Documentation
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Section 2-7: Recruitment
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Section 2-8: Flexible Staffing
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Section 2-9: Selection and Retention
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Section 2-10: Organizational Exit
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Section 2-11: Employee Records Management
Module 3 – Human Resource Development
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Section 3-1: Key Legislation
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Section 3-2: Human Resource Development and the Organization
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Section 3-3: Organizational Development Initiatives
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Section 3-4: Adult Learning and Motivation
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Section 3-5:
Section 3-6:
Section 3-7:
Section 3-8:
Training and Development
Talent Management
Developing Leaders
Performance Management
Module 4 – Total Rewards
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Section 4-1: Key Compensation Legislation
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Section 4-2: Total Rewards and the Strategic Focus of the Organization
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Section 4-3: Compensation Structure
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Section 4-4: Compensation Systems
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Section 4-5: Introduction to Benefit Programs and Key Benefits
Legislation
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Section 4-6: Government-Mandated Benefits
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Section 4-7: Deferred Compensation Plans
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Section 4-8: Health-Care Benefits
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Section 4-9: Other Non-statutory Benefits
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Section 4-10: Compensation and Benefits Programs for International
Employees
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Section 4-11: Evaluating the Total Rewards System and Communicating it
to Employees
Module 5 – Employee and Labor Relations
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Section 5-1: Laws Affecting Employee and Labor Relations
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Section 5-2: Employee Relations and Organizational Culture
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Section 5-3: Employee Involvement Strategies
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Section 5-4: Measuring Employee Attitudes
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Section 5-5: Policies, Procedures, and Work Rules
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Section 5-6: Discipline and Complaint Resolution
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Section 5-7: Labor Relations Legislation and Union Organizing
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Section 5-8: Unfair Labor Practices
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Section 5-9: Collective Bargaining
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Section 5-10: Strikes and Secondary Boycotts
Module 6 – Risk Management
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Section 6-1: Organizational Risk
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Section 6-2: Key Legislation
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Section 6-3: Safety
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Section 6-4: Health
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Section 6-5: Security
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Section 6-6: Privacy