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Starting Jan. 30, Roberts Wesleyan College will host a 14-week preparatory course for business professionals interested in earning their Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) certification. The course is designed to help human resources practitioners in the Greater Rochester area earn either their SHRM-CP (certified professional) or SHRM-SCP (certified senior professional) while expanding their overall knowledge in HR.
The preparatory course runs Jan. 30-May 14, covering topics such as HR competencies, labor relations, US employment law and regulations, strategic planning, workforce development and more. Participants will walk away with foundational HR knowledge and competencies to help enhance their skillset and further career development.
“A human resources certification can greatly benefit those looking to break into the field of HR or further their educational and professional growth,” said Dr. Steven Bovee, executive director of community engagement at Roberts Wesleyan College. “Certifications confirm that you have the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to facilitate HR practices that are effective and advantageous to any organization.”
The course will be led by Ann Maynard, president and founder of Maynard Consulting Inc., which provides recruitment, HR and compliance solutions to small to mid-sized businesses throughout New York state. With more than 20 years of progressive experience in all areas of human resources at small startups and Fortune 500 companies, Maynard helps clients develop clear processes for HR adaption, integration and compliance. She has earned her Senior Professional in Human Resources certification from the HR Certification Institute, an SHRM-SCP certification through SHRM and is a Certified Compensation Professional through WorldatWork.
The course is $1,200 per person, which includes 14 weeks of instruction, access to all materials for the SHRM learning system and a certificate of completion. To learn more about the program or to register, click here.
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