Penn State Offering Innovative Human Resource Management Program

Penn State Worthington Scranton's Continuing Education department has partnered with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) to offer a new human resources program.

The SHRM Learning System® provides the most current and comprehensive knowledge of the six functional areas of human resource management - strategic management; workforce planning and employment; human resource development; compensation and benefits; employee and labor relations; and occupational health, safety, and security.

The program consists of 36 hours of class instruction, including an instructor-led review session prior to the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification exam. In addition to the classroom experience, each participant receives SHRM Learning System materials, access to online learning and legislative updates, and practice tests.

This course is being held on four alternating Saturdays, October 2, 16, 30, and November 13  from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a continental breakfast and working lunch provided.  The course will be held in Penn State Worthington's Business Building, Hawk Lecture Room.

The price of $1,450 for SHRM members, and $1,550 for non-members (also includes all study materials).

For more information, call 963-2600.