Why HR Certification Prep Courses?
When companies are looking to hire someone for an HR position, they are looking at experience, education, HR certification, and fit. Surprisingly, less than 15% of HR professionals are certified. With that being said, certification is one way to set yourself apart from the crowd.
Additionally, not everyone who takes a certification exam passes. In fact, the pass rate is between 50%-70%. However, the fact that someone is taking the time to ensure that they are up on the HR body of knowledge is a professional step in the right direction.
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Course Details
SHRM-CP/SCP HR Certification Online Preparation Course
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Dates: Thursday Nights 6:00-9:00PM EST Running for 8 Weeks -January 15th through March 5th, 2026
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Location: Course Meets Via Zoom
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Cost: $700
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Cost is for the access to all course materials, contact SHRM for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Dates: Thursday Nights 6:00-9PM EST Running for 8 Weeks -
January 15 through March 5th​
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We will go over course content each week. I will also work with you to help you put together a study plan that meets your needs. Course also includes 48 20–30-minute narrated PPTs with practice quizzes, glossaries and book that comes with online practice questions.
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Location: Course is taught via Zoom.
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Cost: $700* (Register prior to Dec 31st and save 5%)
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This course has 8 sessions. Each session has 6 20–30-minute lectures with PPTs and practice quizzes. Course includes book, course materials, access to Google Classroom and practice tests.
Course is designed around the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge (BASK) and is ideal for those who have less than 6 years experience in the HR field and meets the experience qualifications to take either the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam. Course is also a good HR overview for those who want to learn more about the HR function.
NOTE: Content has been updated due to SHRM updating testing Body of Knowledge starting in 2025
TOPICS COVERED
Session 1 – Leadership Cluster
Lesson 1: Leadership Theories
Lesson 2: Motivation Theories
Lesson 3: Leadership
Lesson 4: Ethics
Lesson 5: Equity and Inclusion 1
Lesson 6: Equity and Inclusion 2
Session 2 - Interpersonal Cluster
Lesson 1: Networking
Lesson 2: Relationship Building
Lesson 3: Teamwork
Lesson 4: Negotiations
Lesson 5: Communication 1
Lesson 6: Communication 2
Session 3 - Business Cluster
Lesson 1: Business Acumen 1
Lesson 2: Business Acumen 2
Lesson 3: Consulting 1
Lesson 4: Consulting 2
Lesson 5: Analytics 1
Lesson 6: Analytics 2
Session 4 -People Knowledge Domain 1
Lesson 1: HR Strategy
Lesson 2: Talent Acquisition 1
Lesson 3: Talent Acquisition 2
Lesson 4: Engagement & Retention 1
Lesson 5: Engagement & Retention 2
Lesson 6: Culturally Diverse Workspace
Session 5 -People Knowledge Domain 2
Lesson 1: Learning & Development 1
Lesson 2: Learning & Development 2
Lesson 3: Learning & Development 3
Lesson 4: Total Rewards 1
Lesson 5: Total Rewards 2
Lesson 6: Total Rewards 3
Session 6 - Organization Knowledge Domain 1
Lesson 1: Structure of the HR Function
Lesson 2: Effectiveness & Development 1
Lesson 3: Effectiveness & Development 2
Lesson 4: Employee & Labor Relations 1
Lesson 5: Employee & Labor Relations 2
Lesson 6: Employee & Labor Relations 3
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Session 7 - Workplace Knowledge Domain
Lesson 1: Workforce Management 1
Lesson 2: Workforce Management 2
Lesson 3: Technology Management 1
Lesson 4: Global Workforce Management
Lesson 5: Risk Management
Lesson 6: Corporate Social Responsibility
Session 8 -Legal Knowledge Domain
Lesson 1: Labor Laws1890-1959
Lesson 2: Union Organizing
Lesson 3: Collective Bargaining
Lesson 4: Polygraph Protection, EPA, Portal to Portal, Prevailing Wages, FMLA
Lesson 5: FLSA
Lesson 6: OSHA & Safety
Why the Update?
SHRM updated the content of the exam in 2025, and this course structure reflects that update. Additionally, after several cycles of providing the "HR Content Sessions Live via Zoom" I have discovered that it is difficult to have active engagement. Thus, the HR Content is available for you with 6 20–30-minute presentations along with PPTs and quiz questions. I have also selected a book that will go along with our HR content presentations that should further reinforce the material presented.
I have been teaching HR Certification Prep Courses for about 30 years now and this format since 2018. Since 2018 I have worked with close to 250 HR professionals from around the country and have a 88%+ pass rate for those who take their HR Certification Exam. This new structure will allow you the flexibility to go over the material at your own pace and will allow more time for study sessions (I have added 6 hours on to the course.)
*Cost is for the Webinar and materials, contact SHRM or HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Course Details
HRCI PHR/SPHR Self Study Cert Preparation Course
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Dates: This is an on demand/ online self-directed course
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Location: The course is prerecorded and online.
Cost: $600 * sign-up prior to May 1 and save $100.
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Cost is for the Webinar and materials, contact SHRM or HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Dates: Course is self study/asynchronous and include 16 75-minute prerecorded sessions, PPTs and practice quizzes.
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​Location: COURSE IS PRERECORDED WITH ACCESS STARTING ONCE YOU REGISTER
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Cost: $600* (Register before May 1 and save $100 off the $600 rate and receive Sandra Reed's new Big Book of HR practice question book!)
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Description:
Course lectures are prerecorded and includes book, course materials, access to Google Classroom and practice tests. )
Course is designed around the HRCI BoCK and is ideal for those who have less than 6 years experience in the HR field and meets the experience qualifications to take either the PHR or SPHR exam.
Course is also a good HR overview for those who want to learn more about the HR function.
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CLASS STRUCTURE
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SESSION TOPICS
1 HR Information Management, Safety and Security
2 Total Rewards
3 Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition
4-5 Business Management and Leadership & Strategy
6 Talent Management/Employee and Labor Relations
7 Talent Management/Employee Engagement
8 Talent Management/Learning Development
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Why the Update:
I have been teaching HR Certification Prep Courses for about 30 years now and this format since 2018. Since 2018 I have worked with close to 250 HR professionals from around the country and have a 92% pass rate for those who take their HR Certification Exam. This new structure will allow you the flexibility to go over the material at your own pace
*Cost is for the Webinar and materials, contact SHRM or HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Course Details
HRCI PHR/SPHR Cert Preparation
*If there is enough interest we will explore offering a live course on the following dates.
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Dates: Tuesday 6-9 PM EST
Jan 13th - March 3rd, 2026
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Location: Via Zoom
Cost: $700
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Cost is for the access to all course materials, contact HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Dates: Tuesday Nights 6:00-9PM EST Running for 8 Weeks -
January 13th through March 3rd 2026.
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We will go over course content each week. I will also work with you to help you put together a study plan that meets your needs. Course also includes 48 20–30-minute narrated PPTs with practice quizzes and book that comes with online practice questions.
​
Location: Course is taught via Zoom.
​
Cost: $700* (register prior to December 31st, 2025, and save 5%)
​
This course has 8 sessions. Each session has 6 20–30-minute lectures with PPTs and practice quizzes. Course includes book, course materials, access to Google Classroom and practice tests.
Course is designed around the HRCI BoCK and is ideal for those who have less than 6 years experience in the HR field and meets the experience qualifications to take either the PHR or SPHR exam.
Course is also a good HR overview for those who want to learn more about the HR function.
•Session 1 – Introduction/Study Tips & Business Management/Leadership & Strategy
•Session 2 - Business Management/Leadership & Strategy
•Session 3 - Business Management/Leadership & Strategy
•Session 4 - Talent Planning and Acquisition
•Session 5 - Learning and Development
•Session 6 - Total Rewards
•Session 7 – Employee/Labor Relations and Engagement
•Session 8 – Employee/Labor Relations and Engagement
Why the Update:
I have been teaching HR Certification Prep Courses for about 30 years now and this format since 2018. Since 2018 I have worked with close to 250 HR professionals from around the country and have a 92% pass rate for those who take their HR Certification Exam. This new structure will allow you the flexibility to go over the material at your own pace
*Cost is for the Webinar and materials, contact SHRM or HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Course Details
SHRM-CP/SCP Self Study
HR Certification Preparation Course
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Dates: This is an on demand/ online self-directed course
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Location: The course is prerecorded and online.
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Cost: $600
​
Cost is for the access to all course materials, contact SHRM for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Dates: This is an asynchronous/self-study course, materials are ready for you when you are. Plus, I will work with you to help you put together a study plan that meets your needs. Course includes 48 20–30-minute study sessions, PPTs and practice quizzes and book that comes with online practice questions.
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Location: COURSE IS PRERECORDED WITH ACCESS STARTING ONCE YOU REGISTER
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Cost: $600 (Register prior to Dec 31st and save 5%)
​
This course has 8 sessions. Each session has 6 20–30-minute lectures with PPTs and practice quizzes. It is designed to be completed in 8 weeks, however you can go faster or slower depending on your situation. Course includes book, course materials, access to Google Classroom and practice tests.
Course is designed around the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge (BASK) and is ideal for those who have less than 6 years' experience in the HR field and meets the experience qualifications to take either the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam. Course is also a good HR overview for those who want to learn more about the HR function.
NOTE: Content has been updated due to SHRM updating testing Body of Knowledge starting in 2025
TOPICS COVERED
Session 1 – Leadership Cluster
Lesson 1: Leadership Theories
Lesson 2: Motivation Theories
Lesson 3: Leadership
Lesson 4: Ethics
Lesson 5: Equity and Inclusion 1
Lesson 6: Equity and Inclusion 2
Session 2 - Interpersonal Cluster
Lesson 1: Networking
Lesson 2: Relationship Building
Lesson 3: Teamwork
Lesson 4: Negotiations
Lesson 5: Communication 1
Lesson 6: Communication 2
Session 3 - Business Cluster
Lesson 1: Business Acumen 1
Lesson 2: Business Acumen 2
Lesson 3: Consulting 1
Lesson 4: Consulting 2
Lesson 5: Analytics 1
Lesson 6: Analytics 2
Session 4 -People Knowledge Domain 1
Lesson 1: HR Strategy
Lesson 2: Talent Acquisition 1
Lesson 3: Talent Acquisition 2
Lesson 4: Engagement & Retention 1
Lesson 5: Engagement & Retention 2
Lesson 6: Culturally Diverse Workspace
Session 5 -People Knowledge Domain 2
Lesson 1: Learning & Development 1
Lesson 2: Learning & Development 2
Lesson 3: Learning & Development 3
Lesson 4: Total Rewards 1
Lesson 5: Total Rewards 2
Lesson 6: Total Rewards 3
Session 6 - Organization Knowledge Domain 1
Lesson 1: Structure of the HR Function
Lesson 2: Effectiveness & Development 1
Lesson 3: Effectiveness & Development 2
Lesson 4: Employee & Labor Relations 1
Lesson 5: Employee & Labor Relations 2
Lesson 6: Employee & Labor Relations 3
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Session 7 - Workplace Knowledge Domain
Lesson 1: Workforce Management 1
Lesson 2: Workforce Management 2
Lesson 3: Technology Management 1
Lesson 4: Global Workforce Management
Lesson 5: Risk Management
Lesson 6: Corporate Social Responsibility
Session 8 -Legal Knowledge Domain
Lesson 1: Labor Laws1890-1959
Lesson 2: Union Organizing
Lesson 3: Collective Bargaining
Lesson 4: Polygraph Protection, EPA, Portal to Portal, Prevailing Wages, FMLA
Lesson 5: FLSA
Lesson 6: OSHA & Safety
Why the Update?
SHRM updated the content of the exam in 2025 and this course structure reflects that update. Additionally, after several cycles of providing the "HR Content Sessions Live via Zoom" I have discovered that it is difficult to have active engagement. Thus, the HR Content is available for you with 6 20–30-minute presentations along with PPTs and quiz questions. I have also selected a book that will go along with our HR content presentations that should further reinforce the material presented.
I have been teaching HR Certification Prep Courses for about 30 years now and this format since 2018. Since 2018 I have worked with close to 250 HR professionals from around the country and have a 88%+ pass rate for those who take their HR Certification Exam. This new structure will allow you the flexibility to go over the material at your own pace and will allow more time for study sessions (I have added 6 hours on to the course.)
*Cost is for the Webinar and materials, contact SHRM or HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Course Details
HRCI PHR/SPHR Self Study Cert Preparation Course
​
Dates: This is an on demand/ online self-directed course
​
Location: The course is prerecorded and online.
Cost: $600 * sign-up prior to May 1 and save $100.
​
Cost is for the Webinar and materials, contact SHRM or HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Dates: Course is self study/asynchronous and include 16 75-minute prerecorded sessions, PPTs and practice quizzes.
​
​Location: COURSE IS PRERECORDED WITH ACCESS STARTING ONCE YOU REGISTER
​
Cost: $600* (Register before May 1 and save $100 off the $600 rate and receive Sandra Reed's new Big Book of HR practice question book!)
​
Description:
Course lectures are prerecorded and includes book, course materials, access to Google Classroom and practice tests. )
Course is designed around the HRCI BoCK and is ideal for those who have less than 6 years experience in the HR field and meets the experience qualifications to take either the PHR or SPHR exam.
Course is also a good HR overview for those who want to learn more about the HR function.
​
CLASS STRUCTURE
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SESSION TOPICS
1 HR Information Management, Safety and Security
2 Total Rewards
3 Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition
4-5 Business Management and Leadership & Strategy
6 Talent Management/Employee and Labor Relations
7 Talent Management/Employee Engagement
8 Talent Management/Learning Development
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Why the Update:
I have been teaching HR Certification Prep Courses for about 30 years now and this format since 2018. Since 2018 I have worked with close to 250 HR professionals from around the country and have a 92% pass rate for those who take their HR Certification Exam. This new structure will allow you the flexibility to go over the material at your own pace
*Cost is for the Webinar and materials, contact SHRM or HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Course Details
HRCI PHR/SPHR Cert Preparation Self Study Course*
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​Location: Online- Self Study
Cost: $600
​
Cost is for the access to all course materials, contact HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Dates: This is an asynchronous/self study course, materials are ready for you when you are. Plus, I will work with you to help you put together a study plan that meets your needs. Course includes 48 20-30 minute study sessions, PPTs and practice quizzes and book that comes with online practice questions.
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Location: COURSE IS PRERECORDED WITH ACCESS STARTING September 1 (if there is enough interest we will explore creating a live course starting September 14 similar to the SHRM course.)
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Cost: $600* (Register prior to December 31st, 2025, and save 5%)
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Description:
Includes weekly classes, access to narrated PPTs, study book, course materials, access to Google Classroom and practice tests.
Course is designed around the HRCI BoCK and is ideal for those who have less than 6 years experience in the HR field and meets the experience qualifications to take either the PHR or SPHR exam.
Course is also a good HR overview for those who want to learn more about the HR function.
•Session 1 – HR Information Management, Safety, and Security
•Session 2 - Total Rewards
•Session 3 - Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition
•Session 4 & 5 - Business Management & Leadership Strategy
•Session 6 - Employee and Labor Relation & Talent Management
•Session 7 – Employee Engagement & Talent Management
•Session 8 – Learning & Development & Talent Management
Why the Update:
I have been teaching HR Certification Prep Courses for about 30 years now and this format since 2018. Since 2018 I have worked with close to 250 HR professionals from around the country and have a 88% pass rate for those who take their HR Certification Exam. This new structure will allow you the flexibility to go over the material at your own pace.
*Cost is for the Webinar and materials, contact SHRM or HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Course Details
HRCI PHR/SPHR Self Study Cert Preparation Course
​
Dates: This is an on demand/ online self-directed course
​
Location: The course is prerecorded and online.
Cost: $600 * sign-up prior to May 1 and save $100.
​
Cost is for the Webinar and materials, contact SHRM or HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Dates: Course is self study/asynchronous and include 16 75-minute prerecorded sessions, PPTs and practice quizzes.
​
​Location: COURSE IS PRERECORDED WITH ACCESS STARTING ONCE YOU REGISTER
​
Cost: $600* (Register before May 1 and save $100 off the $600 rate and receive Sandra Reed's new Big Book of HR practice question book!)
​
Description:
Course lectures are prerecorded and includes book, course materials, access to Google Classroom and practice tests. )
Course is designed around the HRCI BoCK and is ideal for those who have less than 6 years experience in the HR field and meets the experience qualifications to take either the PHR or SPHR exam.
Course is also a good HR overview for those who want to learn more about the HR function.
​
CLASS STRUCTURE
​
SESSION TOPICS
1 HR Information Management, Safety and Security
2 Total Rewards
3 Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition
4-5 Business Management and Leadership & Strategy
6 Talent Management/Employee and Labor Relations
7 Talent Management/Employee Engagement
8 Talent Management/Learning Development
​
Why the Update:
I have been teaching HR Certification Prep Courses for about 30 years now and this format since 2018. Since 2018 I have worked with close to 250 HR professionals from around the country and have a 92% pass rate for those who take their HR Certification Exam. This new structure will allow you the flexibility to go over the material at your own pace
*Cost is for the Webinar and materials, contact SHRM or HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Course Details
SHRM-CP/SCP & HRCI PHR/SPHR Combined Cert Preparation Online Course
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[register prior to October 15th and save $25]
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Dates: November 11th through December 11th
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Location: Course is taught via Zoom.
Cost: $700
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Cost is for the access to all course materials, contact SHRM or HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.
Dates: Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-9 PM EST, running
November 11th through December 11th (no sessions the week of Thanksgiving)
Location: Course is taught via Zoom
Cost: $700* [register prior to October 15th and save $25]
Description:
You will be provided with 8 study sessions, study guide, practice exam questions, workbook, and other study tools to assist you in your preparation.
Includes weekly classes, access to narrated PPTs, study book, course materials, access to Google Classroom and practice tests.
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​Course is designed around the HRCI BoCK and SHRM BASK and is ideal for those who have less than 6 years experience in the HR field and meets the experience qualifications to take either the HRCI PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP exams.
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You will also receive access to either our SHRM or HRCI self-study material! In other words, you are getting two courses for the price of one!
Course is also a good HR overview for those who want to learn more about the HR function.
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Session 1 – Introduction Talent Planning & Acquisition
Session 2 - Total Rewards
Sessions 3 & 4 – Business Management (Strategic Planning, Structure of HR Function, Technology Management, Global HR, Risk Mgt, Corporate Social Responsibility)
Sessions 5 & 6– Employee/Labor Relations (Engagement, Retention, Diversity & Inclusion)
Session 7 – Learning & Development (Organizational Effectiveness &
Development)
Session 8 – Law Review/Special Topics
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*Cost is for the Webinar and materials, contact SHRM or HRCI for more information about exam application and registration fees, along with your exam eligibility.