Bowling Green , Ky. - The Western Kentucky University office of Continuing Education is offering the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Essentials of Human Resource Management Certification Program. 

The two-day class scheduled for Dec. 7 and 8 is a must for anyone managing people, especially entry-level HR professionals, those exploring HR as a career field and supervisors who have HR responsibilities.

The core content of the course includes Essentials of Human Resource Management, Employment Law, Effective Recruitment and Selection Techniques, Basics of Compensation, Orienting and Training Employees, and Ensuring Quality Performance.

The $395 course fee includes student materials, a class workbook and a certificate of completion. Discounts are available for group registrations.

“This program is good if you’re new to human resources or simply want to strengthen your employee management skills,” said Sharon Woodward, Continuing Education Program Director for the WKU Division of Extended Learning and Outreach (DELO). “Knowledge of the essentials of human resources can make you a better manager, protect your company and help advance your career.” 

Participants will benefit from the shared experiences of the instructor and peers, while learning techniques for handling HR challenges. In addition, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion and have the opportunity to earn 1.5 continuing education units (CEUs) for completing this course.

The SHRM Human Resource Management Certification Program will be held on from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 7 and 8 at the Carroll Knicely Conference Center on Nashville Road in Bowling Green. The registration deadline is Nov. 30. More information program can be found online at http://www.wku.edu/ContinuingEd/EHRM.htm.    

To receive an application or for more information, contact Sharon Woodward, Continuing Education Program Director, WKU Division of Extended Learning and Outreach (DELO), at (270) 745-1910 or by e-mail at continuing.education@wku.edu.

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For information, contact Bill Oldham at (270) 745-1926.

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