This Web-based learning course is for HR professionals planning to take the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) certification examination for either the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) designations.  Past participants in this program have averaged a 90% pass rate.

HRCI requires that candidates for either exam possess at least two years of exempt level HR experience and receive authorization prior to testing. For information on testing authorization contact www.hrci.org.

"Having weekly deadlines to meet kept me on track throughout the process.
The instructors were knowledgable in their fields and were available to
answer any questions the class had. Being able to review the webinars
at any time was a great tool. Before my test I crammed by reviewing
the webinars again. That reminded me of the main points and theories
I had to retain. I feel that the course was a big help in keeping me on
track for passing my SPHR!"
Aimee L. Foszpanczyk, SPHR
Human Resources Manager
KidsPeace Mesabi Academy, Buhl MN

This program qualifies for 3 college credits through Concordia University. If you choose this option, you must enroll on the Concordia University, St. Paul website to receive credit. If you have questions, you may contact the School of Continuing Studies, Concordia University at 651-603-6268.  Follow this link to Concordia University website to register for credit. 

See details about course expectations which include completion of weekly quizzes, response to weekly questions, viewing all webinars and required reading, as well as a final paper.

Frequently Asked Questions about this course

Program content

• 8 one-hour view-on-demand webinars designed to help you review the key components of the HR body of knowledge that may be covered in the exams. These fast- paced, information rich sessions are facilitated by EA instructors holding SPHR certification and can be viewed at any time by participants.
• Orientation webinar viewable on demand.
• Conference calls/discussions.
  
• Weekly e-mails, each containing important reminders, study tips, additional discussion questions, and practice exam assignments.
• Opportunity to submit individual questions about the material, receiving answers from EA’s subject matter experts.
• Option for paired and group study.
• Six HRCP bound study manuals which include review quizzes and discussion questions, HRCI certification guide, flash cards, practice exams and EA study aids.
• Comprehensive Practice Exam – take a practice test, review the answers and answer rationales — this $160 value is free to program participants.
• This program qualifies for 3 college credits through Concordia University. If you choose this option, you must enroll on the Concordia University, St. Paul website to receive credit. If you have questions, you may contact the School of Continuing Studies, Concordia University at 651-603-6268 or follow this link to register for credit.
• Second-Time-Around Option – If at the end of the program you don’t feel prepared to take the exam, or if you’re not successful on your first attempt at the exam, you can attend EA’s E-learning PHR/SPHR Certification Prep Program the next time it is offered for no fee.

Program schedule and system requirements