When confronted with the complex challenges that can arise in HR, it’s vital to know the essentials. Whether you’re an emerging HR professional or perform HR duties in your role, the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources program is your guide for fundamental HR training.

Register today for in-person or virtual instructor-led courses to better equip yourself for the challenges of recruiting, selecting and retaining qualified employees.

Find a SHRM Education Partner Course

With over 50 colleges, universities, and training organizations, you can find an SHRM Essentials of Human ‭Resources course near you that provides expert guidance, peer discussion and a structured schedule virtual or in-person.

Displaying 1 - 25 of 26

Alabama -United States

Meghan Fike – (256) 765-4289

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Florida -United States

Sean Donovan – (407) 823-0906

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Georgia -United States

Elizabeth Beltramini - (470) 308-3461

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Illinois -United States

Nobi Hayashi - (312) 503-0714

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Illinois -United States

Jennifer Kopecky – (815) 753-0771

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Illinois -United States

Dawn Zedolek – (618) 468-5785

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Indiana -United States

Rhonda Bradley – (812) 265-2580, ext. 4190

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Kansas -United States

Courtney Gibson - (913) 469-8500

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Maryland -United States

Kelly Zajicek – (443) 412-2163

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Maryland -United States

Sharon Maxwell – (240) 672-6243

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Maryland -United States

Gnansi Konan – (301) 546-0032

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Massachusetts -United States

Jack Chan – (617) 228-2157

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Massachusetts -United States

Mary Conklin – (508) 375-5010

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Massachusetts -United States

Audrey Nahabedian – (781) 280-3669

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Massachusetts -United States

Lorraine Boyd – (978) 236-1200

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

New York -United States

Tyre Bush – (607) 936-5501

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Oregon -United States

Nikki Schutte - (503) 655-6474

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Pennsylvania -United States

Jo Ann Durdan – (570) 963-2600

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

South Carolina -United States

Derrick Vaz – (803) 777-9447

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

South Carolina -United States

Tessa Cothran – (864) 646-1719

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Texas -United States

Sharon Pierce – (512) 223-7694

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Texas -United States

Debra Campbell – (432) 681-6326

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Texas -United States

Sylvia Monsisvais – (915) 747-7578

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Texas -United States

Leslie Shelton – (806) 371-2904

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

Virginia -United States

Deborah Avans – (757) 504-1829

Email hidden; Javascript is required.

  This is a must-do training for all new folks to the human resource function. Not only do you learn the fundamentals of HR, but you also get to learn from your peers the challenges they face. Very good chance you'll have a different perspective and understanding of the human resource function within your organization.  

– PETER FRANK, DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Course Preparation Tools Designed for Success

Registration also includes the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources program. This program provides foundational HR Knowledge and ‭incorporates components of the SHRM BASK. You will gain insights into the standards for knowledge, ‭strategies and competencies required of effective ‭HR professionals around the world.

After completion of this course you will:

  • Gain a better understanding of Human Resources issues facing organizations today
  • Expand awareness of HR behavioral competencies
  • Gain practical expertise to increase job skills
  • Increase on-the-job confidence

The program covers six key HR topics and provides tools you can immediately put to use in your organization:

  • Leads with Purpose. Gain a clear understanding of the immense value HR and the HR professional brings to the workplace.
  • Maximizes Talent.Though talent development, performance management, employee mental health and well-being and more, learn how HR supports and directly impacts all facets of the employee experience.
  • Champions Culture. Learn how culture can help employees thrive and do their best work.
  • Optimizes Intelligence. Obtain an understanding of how HR technology evaluation and integration can strengthen your organization’s strategic abilities.
  • Accelerates Performance. Discover the key role HR plays in elevating workplace performance.
  • Knows the Law. Enhance your ability to apply key HR legislation to maintain a culture of compliance.
    (For U.S. only)