Gateway Community & Technical College Offers SHRM Human Resource Certification Prep Course

Gateway Community & Technical College, through its Workforce Solutions Division, is offering the SHRM Learning System Course. The human resources professional training program begins Feb. 2 and will be taught at the colleges Boone Campus, 500 Technology Way, Florence.

The SHRM Learning System Course offers an in-depth overview of key areas in human resource management. Materials include six modules that correspond to the six functional areas, responsibilities, and associated knowledge as defined by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI).

Besides being a powerful tool to assist participants in preparing for the PHR or SPHR certification exams, the SHRM Learning System Course also provides professional development for HR departments, said Phil Accardi, director of Gateway's Center for Workforce Development. The course provides a solid foundation for managing the HR challenges found in today's demanding work environment. The class supplies a current reference of HR practices, broadens the perspective of functional specialists, and strengthens individual competencies and productivity.

Instructors in Gateway's program are PHR or SPHR certified, have extensive work experience as human resource professionals, and bring practical expertise into the classroom, giving participants an invaluable perspective on the professional world.

The SHRM Learning System Course will meet weekly on Tuesday evenings from Feb. 2 through May 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. To register, contact Regina Schadler at (859) 442- 1170, or regina.schadler@kctcs.edu

Special offer: Kentucky employers paying employee course costs may be eligible for state funding to offset the cost of tuition and texts. For more information, contact Phil Accardi at 859 442 1110, or phil.accardi@kctcs.edu