Helpful Human Resources Links
PHR/SPHR CERTIFICATION
Certification is a voluntary action by a professional group to establish a system to grant recognition to professionals who have met a specific level of training and work experience. Certifications differ from certificate programs because they include an experience component. If you are a knowledge seeker, would like to advance your career through knowledge, or you are interested in continuous learning and networking opportunities, then obtaining your professional certification is right for you.
Classes are offered periodically through local colleges and universities to prepare students for the PHR and SPHR exams. Sandra Spencer, SPHR, is the HRLA Co-Vice President of Programs and Education, and teaches the SHRM Learning System Course through Eastern Connecticut State University. Click here to view more details about her classes.
If you have questions about earning your certification, please visit the HRCI website at www.hrci.org or email Sandy Spencer at sspencer@rich.com.
SHRM offers HR Certification preparation using the SHRM Learning System.
The SHRM Learning System – the #1 PHR/SPHR Cert Prep Tool* – has been designed by subject matter experts, and includes discussion questions, application exercises, and module exams to develop specific HR competencies. Professionals who use the Learning System to prepare for the PHR and SPHR exams consistently beat the national pass rate!
Click here for more information on the SHRM Learning System.
RESOURCES
| Title |
What it is |
Link |
| CT Business & Industry Association |
Information specific to Connecticut regarding compliance and employment law |
www.cbia.com/hr/ |
| CT Department of Labor |
Go straight to the source for information on CT laws and legislation! |
www.ctdol.state.ct.us |
| CT State SHRM Council |
SHRM happenings in our state and nationwide |
www.ctshrm.org |
| HR Business & Legal Reports |
HR Management website - HR news, forums, library of resources, articles, sample policies |
www.hr.blr.com |
| Human Resources Degree Online Guide |
Online guide to HR Degree programs across the country, information about loans and scholarships, and more. |
www.humanresourcesdegree.com |
| Legal Information Institute |
Not-for-profit group dedicated to helping people understand state and federal laws. |
www.law.cornell.edu |
| Society for Human Resource Management |
Recognized leader for developing your career in the HR profession |
www.shrm.org |
| Social Security Administration |
Official site of the SSA |
www.ssa.gov |
| US Department of Labor |
Go straight to the source for information on federal labor laws and legislation! |
www.dol.gov |
| US Dept. of Labor eLaws |
Employment law assistance for workers and small businesses |
www.dol.gov/elaws |
| US Office of Personnel Management |
Federal site dedicated to the management of employee performance |
www.opm.gov |
| World at Work |
Global HR foundation with resources on compensation, benefits, work life, and recruiting and retaining top talent. |
www.worldatwork.org |
SHRM PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Information is just a click away regarding SHRM events and professional development opportunities!
Click here for more information about SHRM Conferences
Click here for more information about SHRM Seminars
OTHER CONNECTICUT SHRM CHAPTERS
Southern Connecticut Chapter
http://www.soctshrm.org
HR Association of Greater New Haven
http://www.hragnh.com
HR Association of Central Connecticut
http://www.hracc.org
SHRM Western Connecticut Chapter
http://www.shrmwc.org/
SMA of Southern New England
http://www.smasonew.org
Northwest Connecticut HR Association
http://www.nwcthra.shrm.org
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