The #1 PHR/SPHR Certification Prep Tool Liberated Learning. With the 2010 SHRM Learning System Self-Study Program

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1 The #1 PHR/SPHR Certification Prep Tool Liberated Learning With the 2010 SHRM Learning System Self-Study Program

2 Increase Your Confidence with Certification WHAT IS SHRM? The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the world s largest association devoted to human resource management. Representing more than 250,000 members in over 140 countries, the Society serves the needs of HR professionals and advances the interests of the HR profession. Founded in 1948, SHRM has more than 575 affiliated chapters within the United States and subsidiary offices in China and India. Visit SHRM at There has never been a better time to create a competitive advantage by enhancing your HR knowledge and skills. Earning a Professional in Human Resources (PHR ) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR ) certification will distinguish you among your peers, highlight your commitment to your career as an HR professional, and open doors to career opportunities. The SHRM Learning System Individual Self-Study Program allows busy HR professionals who want to pursue their certification but don t have the time to enroll in a class, the freedom to decide when, where and how to study. Why Use the SHRM Learning System? The #1 PHR/SPHR certification preparation tool offers HR professionals career-defining advantages. By giving you the knowledge and skills to produce strategy-driven results, the SHRM Learning System helps you stay ahead in the profession. Earning your certification tells employers you are better prepared and more informed on ever-changing HR issues, both important attributes that can set you apart in this competitive marketplace. Now is the time to broaden your HR perspective and meet your professional development goals with the SHRM Learning System. Order Today! , option #2 or or visit /learning. This tool can help you: Prepare for the PHR/SPHR certification exam. Develop a generalist point of view. Refresh key ideas and concepts. Strengthen your understanding of core competencies. Increase productivity by using the skills you gain in this process. Provide a day-to-day reference guide on key HR questions and policies

3 What Is the Individual Self-Study Program? This learning option is ideal for busy HR professionals who are committed to enhancing their knowledge but have time constraints or learning preferences that make an individual program preferable. This option provides the most flexible approach and gives you the freedom to create your own study plans while devoting as much time as you like to any particular module or topic. Benefits That Meet Your Professional Needs Eliminate travel expense and minimize time away from the office while fulfilling professional development requirements. Develop individualized study plans based on your strengths and weaknesses identified in the pretest. Test your knowledge with more than 1,500 questions that will prepare you for the PHR/SPHR certification exam. Stay informed of the latest legislation and most relevant HR content through the Online Resource Center. Save a minimum of $85 per person if you order two or more programs. Individual Self-Study Program Investment SHRM Members: $650 Nonmembers: $795 NEW FOR 2010: The SHRM Learning System Goes Where You Go You can now access the SHRM Learning System s online study tools using your mobile phone s browser capabilities on devices such as iphone, BlackBerry, Palm Pre, Windows Mobile or Google Android. This is the only product on the market that allows you to have on-the-go access to: More than 1,000 review questions. Online Resource Center. Flashcards with over 750 glossary terms. Individual progress reports. View sample PHR/SPHR test questions when you try the FREE Demo at

4 Over 300,000 HR professionals have purchased the SHRM Learning System to prepare for the PHR/SPHR exams! Access the Most Up-to-Date Content With the SHRM Learning System, you can be confident that you have the most accurate and up-todate information about HR practices and legislation. The SHRM Learning System program is a living document developed by experts who are certified and current in the HR profession, which means that the material is continually revised to reflect the most recent updates in the HR industry. You will have access to the Online Resource Center that highlights new content to ensure that you are always aware of the most relevant HR content. Visit learning to try a free demo or to order. ADDITIONAL Learning Options Provided by the SHRM Learning System College/University Program SHRM has partnered with more than 270 colleges and universities across the country to offer the SHRM Learning System in a traditional classroom setting, an online format, or as a hybrid of both classroom and online instruction. PHR/SPHR Certification Preparation Seminar Led by qualified and certified instructors this three-day program is offered as part of the SHRM Education Series. Using the SHRM Learning System materials and software, in conjunction with a cooperative, group learning environment, this program features peer communication and in-depth discussions. Corporate Training Program Train your entire staff at your location while eliminating costly travel expenses and fulfilling professional development requirements. Choose between two learning options: on-site led by a SHRM-affiliated trainer or on-site led by your training staff. Visit for more information on these learning options and how to order. Order Today! , option #2 or

5 Maximize Your Studies with the Most Comprehensive Product on the Market The SHRM Learning System provides the most comprehensive and effective PHR/ SPHR certification preparation training program through a blended format of printed workbooks, learning software and web-based study tools. This easy-to-use system includes three key elements that make it the most comprehensive product on the market. 1. Printed Workbooks include: Six modules that cover the HR Certification Institute body of knowledge tested in PHR/SPHR exams. Module 1: Strategic Management Module 4: Total Rewards Module 2: Workforce Planning and Employment Module 3: Human Resource Development Module 5: Employee and Labor Relations Module 6: Risk Management Printed glossary of terms and subject index for each module. Easy-to-identify icons highlighting key content and links to additional resources. SPHR Preparation Book specifically designed for SPHR candidates. 2. Learning Software includes: Pretest to gauge current knowledge. Two module-specific tests for each module to check mastery of key information. Glossary of key terms and a subject index for each module. 100-question post-test to hone testtaking skills and assess progress. An interactive case study featuring real-life scenarios to apply concepts learned throughout the course. Two bonus tests for additional testing practice. E-flashcards to review key HR terms and legislation. A final review test with 1,040 questions. 3. Online Resource Center includes: Up-to-date legislative changes and new HR developments. Test-taking strategies for approaching the HR Certification Institute exam and increasing success rates. Ask-The-Expert feature for Self- Study users to ask follow-up questions to certified professionals. A feedback feature that provides opportunities for program evaluations and suggestions. Free webcasts and audiocasts highlighting essential topics, available 24 hours a day. Links to additional information cited in the modules. View sample PHR/SPHR test questions when you try the FREE Demo at

6 Additional SHRM Programs to Assist You in Your Professional Development SHRM Global Learning System Join the growing number of HR professionals who have earned their Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR ) certification by preparing with the SHRM Global Learning System a comprehensive test preparation system for the GPHR certification exam and reference tool for HR professionals with international and cross-border responsibilities. SHRM California Learning System SHRM offers the California Learning System to help you prepare for the PHR-CA or SPHR-CA certification exam. The knowledge and understanding of California employment laws, rules and regulations gained from studying these materials will greatly assist you in gaining your California certification as well as continuing the development of your HR career. SHRM Essentials of HR Management An introductory course offering a complete overview of human resource roles and responsibilities. If you are just starting out in the profession, or are looking for an effective way to boost your employee management skills, this is the program for you. The SHRM Learning System was comprehensive and assisted me in successfully passing the PHR exam on the first try. Thank you for developing such a fantastic system. :: Idalia Montejano, PHR :: HR Certification Institute s PHR/SPHR Exam Schedule Exam Testing Window Spring PHR/SPHR May 1-June 30, 2010 Winter PHR/SPHR Dec. 1, 2010-Jan. 31, 2011 Regular Application Deadline March 12, 2010 Oct. 8, 2010 Late Application Deadline April 16, 2010 Nov. 12, 2010 Learn more about certification and how to apply for the exam at

7 2010 SHRM Learning System Order Form Ship To Last Name First Name M.I. Street Address City State/Province Country ZIP/Postal Code Four Ways to order Online VIP Code on Mailing Label Company Name Bill To Street Address SHRM Member Number Title Mail SHRM Distribution Center 2975 Lone Oak Dr Suite 180 Eagan, MN City State/Province Country ZIP/Postal Code Phone Number (Country Code) (City Code) (Area Code) (Required for notification of upcoming webcasts and product updates.) Method of Payment Fax Number o Check enclosed (USD/U.S. Bank) for $ (Make checks payable to SHRM) o P. O. Number (Attached) I authorize SHRM to charge $ to my o VISA o MasterCard o American Express Credit Card # Expiration Date Card Code (back of card by signature) Signature Program Nonmember Price Name As It Appears on Credit Card Bill Member Price Quantity Total Self-Study Web-Based (includes $795 $650 $ mobile-to-go functionality) Join SHRM Now! This option o Membership: $145 $ includes a one-year membership o Self-Study Web-Based: $650 at a special rate of $145 (Offer valid for new SHRM members only). College/University Program fee varies by institution. Call the school nearest you for pricing information. PHR/SPHR Certification Preparation Seminar Call (U.S. only) or , option #3, or visit Corporate For group purchases or on-site training options, contact SHRM Corporate Specialist Chris Olson at or chriso@holmescorp.com. Subtotal $ Sales tax: Please add applicable local and state sales tax on orders shipped to $ CA (8.25%), GA (7%), IL (6.5%), MN (6.875%), NJ (7%), NY (4%) and VA (5%).* Shipping and Handling $ Total Due $ Phone , option #2; or Please have credit card and membership number ready to receive member discount. Fax Shipping and Handling Schedule (Rates based on FedEx ground shipment.) Domestic First program: $18 each Additional programs: $9 each (Orders in Alaska and Hawaii will be charged an additional $12 per order.) International Please contact us for international shipping rate or purchase online at Member Number: Please indicate your SHRM member number on this form to receive your member discount. You can find your member number on your membership card. Address: Please provide a street address, not a PO Box. FedEx Ground can not deliver your merchandise to a PO Box. Phone Number: It is necessary that we have your area code and phone number to contact you if we have any questions regarding your order. Payment: Orders should be accompanied by check (company or personal; make check payable to SHRM), money order or credit card number (VISA, MasterCard or American Express). Written purchase orders are accepted by mail or by fax. Please include SHRM Order Form with purchase orders. Shipping and Handling Please add the appropriate shipping costs for the products ordered. Refer to the Shipping and Handling Schedule to determine the correct amount. Typically, orders are shipped via FedEx ground unless specified otherwise. SHRM reserves the right to utilize alternate shippers when necessary. Orders outside the continental United States will be shipped via airfreight. Orders shipped via FedEx ground will normally arrive within 5 7 business days of processing the order. SHRM Pricing Policy Prices subject to change. Multiple order discounts are available. For more information, contact SHRM Corporate Specialist Chris Olson at (651) or chriso@holmescorp.com. Return Policy Unused items may be returned for a full refund (less shipping and handling) within 30 days. No items will be accepted after 30 days or if they are not in a condition to be resold. Please Note SHRM Membership is not active until payment has been received. * We reserve the right to adjust tax amount to reflect actual state/local tax rates. If you are unsure of your appropriate sales tax, please call us at , opt. 2 or order online at

8 JOIN SHRM As an HR professional pursuing advanced training, membership in SHRM may be one of the best financial and professional development investments you can make. As a SHRM member, you will receive a discount on your SHRM Learning System, all SHRM conferences and seminars, plus free access to more than 500 HR-related products and services. In addition to saving time and enhancing your career, you can earn up to three recertification credits simply by becoming a member of SHRM. For more information, visit SHRM Online at For more information about the SHRM Learning System Self-Study Program, visit Duke Street Alexandria, VA USA Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Society for Human Resource Management I appreciate the wide variety of resources and teaching aids provided in the SHRM Learning System. There is so much to learn, and it is helpful to be able to switch from one study tool to another to avoid burnout. :: Carol Hengstenberg, SPHR ::