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SHRM® Essentials
SHRM® Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate Program

The SHRM® Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate Program is an introductory course offering a comprehensive overview of the human resource function. The course covers some of today's most vital and timely topics, including employment law, selecting qualified employees, compensation, orientation and training, and the employee performance process.


The College of Mount Saint Vincent, in partnership with SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) will be offering this course in the pring beginning Monday April 12th, 2010. The SHRM® Essentials course is designed specifically to challenge and provide you with the skills needed to face today's complex HR situations within your organization with confidence. Throughout the course, you will participate in interactive case study activities designed to give you practice handling real-life HR situations. 


Expand your knowledge of HR policy and practice.


This course is ideal for those who are new to the field of human resources or who are looking to broaden your employee management skills. The SHRM® Essentials course can improve on-the-job effectiveness, protect your small business from needless litigation, and help to advance your career.


Who should take this course?


This program has been designed for entry-level professionals, small business owners who are responsible for the HR function in their companies and people exploring HR as a career-change possibility. Students who have completed the Essentials course typically have the following job titles:


- HR Specialist                                   - Small Business Owner                 - Manager


- HR Generalist                                  - Executive Assistant                      - Recruiter


- Officer Manager                               - HR Administrator                        - Trainer


- Staffing Specialist                            - Admissions Counselor                - Administrative Assistant

The SHRM® Essentials Course:
The course consists of 6 learning modules that cover a broad spectrum of topics related to the human resources field. They are:

  1. Resource Management - Gain a clear understanding of the HR function.
  2. Employment Law - Enhance your ability to apply key HR legislation.
  3. Recruitment and Selection - Gain important skills for selecting employees.
  4. Compensation and Benefits - Learn the key elements for a total compensation system.
  5. Employee Development - Gain an understanding of orientation, development, and training.
  6. Performance Movement - Discover the purpose and process for performance appraisals.

Course Information:


Spring 2010 classes begin Monday April 12th, 2010, and will be held once per week on Mondays from 6:00PM - 9:00PM for six weeks. The class dates are: April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17.


The course fee of $495.00 includes the SHRM® Essentials of HR Management Program manual consisting of six modules, glossary, and index, as well as a Participant's Activities Book. This course will be offered at our westside midtown Manhattan location. Our westside midtown Manhattan site is located at 4 West 43rd Street on the fifth floor. For more information, please submit an online inquiry.


You may also qualify for tuition reimbursement from your employer. Check with your HR department for further information.



Registration Information:


Get the SHRM advantage at the College of Mount Saint Vincent. The registration form is available. Registration is easy and can be done by one of the following ways:


By Phone:      Call 718-405-3321. Credit card registration only.


By Fax:          Send your completed form with payment information to 718-405-3764.


By E-mail:      tamara.arbesman@mountsaintvincent.edu


By Mail:         Complete the registration form and send it with a check, money order, or credit card information.


                      Checks can be made payable to: College of Mount Saint Vincent.  


                      Mailing Address:  Tamara Arbesman, Director, Marketing and Recruitment
                                                  College of Mount Saint Vincent
                                                  6301 Riverdale Avenue
                                                  Riverdale, NY  10471 


 In Person:       Completed registration forms can be submitted in person to the address noted above.


Read the College's tuition refund policy.


Launch your career and increase your HR effectiveness at the College of Mount Saint Vincent.