Certified Human Resources Specialist - CHRS

AGENDA

• Day 1:
  • Introduction to Human Resources Management
  • Key Competencies for HR Professionals
  • Strategic Human Resources Management
  • Communications and Demonstrating Value
• Days 2:
  • Employment Law
  • Ethics
  • Recordkeeping and Reporting
• Day 3:
  • Job Analysis and Design
  • Workforce Planning Analytics
  • Recruitment, Sourcing and Selection
• Day 4:
  • Training and Development
  • Performance Management
  • Employee Retention
  • Compensation and Benefits
• Day 5:
  • Health, Safety and Security
  • Employee Discipline and Separation
  • Labor Relations

INSTRUCTORS

Angela T. Hall, JD, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the School of Human Resources and Labor Relations at Michigan State University. She received her JD from Florida State University, College of Law and her PhD from Florida State University, College of Business. She has previously been on the faculties of Florida State University and the University of Texas at San Antonio. Prior to pursuing an academic career, Angela practiced law full-time. Her research interests include employee accountability and employee legal claiming. She has taught a wide variety of courses at the undergraduate, masters, and doctorate levels including business law, organizational behavior, human resources, leadership, and employee training and development. Angela has also authored learning modules and cases for the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).

Tina M. Riley, PhD, is an Associate Professor and Associate Director of the School of Human Resources and Labor Relations at Michigan State University (MSU). She is the Director of the School's Human Resource Executive Education program and holds a PhD in Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education as well as a Master of Arts in Labor Relations and Human Resources from MSU. Dr. Riley is a results-based educator and executive coach with expertise helping individual leaders and organizations, achieve their full potential through high-impact communications that build trust and promote inclusion and engagement.

She adopts an engaging and holistic approach to teaching that facilitates learners' ability to move from theory to practice. Her teaching style makes complex concepts accessible to graduate students and seasoned professionals alike. Dr. Riley teaches academic and professional development classes on a variety of HR and leadership topics including communications, leadership development, managing change, diversity and inclusion, conducting workplace investigations, and HR's role in cybersecurity.

One or more instructors listed above may be teaching this program.

WHY CERTIFY?

Earning your professional certification from MSU's School of Human Resources & Labor Relations, one of the best and most respected programs in the country, demonstrates mastery of content and commitment to the field of human resources management. Mastery of course content will be evaluated via an online examination. Certification is achieved by participating in the entire five days of the workshop and passing the examination.

To earn certification, participants must attend all 5 days of the program and pass the examination.

THE CHRS DESIGNATION

Individuals who successfully complete the course, take part in discussions and exercises, and pass the required comprehensive examination will be recognized by Michigan State University's School of Human Resources & Labor Relations as a Certified Human Resources Specialist. They are entitled then to use the designation CHRS after their name.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• FOR VIRTUAL (ZOOM) PROGRAMS

  • Cancellation more than three weeks prior to the program start date: full refund.
  • Cancellation two weeks prior to the program start date: 10% cancellation fee; remainder of program fee refunded.
  • Cancellation after program materials have been posted/provided to participants (normally 2 days prior to program start date): no refund.
  • Cancellation fees may be waived if the participant registers and attends the same program within 12 months. Fees may only be waived once.

• FOR IN-PERSON PROGRAMS

  • Cancellation four weeks prior to program start: 10% cancellation fee; remainder of program fee refunded.
  • Cancellation less than four weeks but at least two weeks prior to program start: 50% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellation less than two weeks prior to program start: no refund.
  • These cancellation fees apply even if the participant wishes to reschedule to a later date for the same program or a different program. Participants may send a substitute from the same organization for the same program and date with prior written notice and avoid the cancellation fee.

MSU reserves the right to cancel programs when enrollment criteria are not met or for conditions beyond its control. Any additional costs incurred by the enrollee of canceled programs are the responsibility of the enrollee.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• MSU's Federal ID Number is 38-6005984
• Business casual attire.
• Please, no audio or video recording.

REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES

• Year-long access to a dedicated website containing a wealth of additional resources.
• Certification examination.
• Certificate of completion.
• Space is limited, so we advise registering as soon as possible to secure your participation.

DID YOU KNOW...WE CAN COME TO YOU!

• You can bring this program on-site for your team or virtually through Zoom. It will lay the groundwork for success, provide a common framework and language as well as incorporate your organizational challenges. Contact Program Coordinator, Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu to discuss how you can multiply the benefits of MSU programs and save money by bringing this and other programs to you.

CONTACT US

• We would be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding this training program. At this time, we are currently working remotely. Please contact Program Coordinator, Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.