Small Investment in Quality Training, Big Payback
Developed by leading HR experts, HR practitioners, and legal counsel, the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course covers introductory HR topics in a condensed, easy-to-understand format. The straightforward format ensures that HR concepts can be mastered and applied to real-life situations. You will:
- Keep up with key federal laws in areas such as total rewards, equal employment opportunity and harassment
- Improve employee recruitment and selection
- Increase your knowledge of orientation, onboarding, development and training
- Understand best practices for employee handbooks
- Download and use sample templates like employment applications, job descriptions, disciplinary policies and more
This twelve hour program combines expert instruction with the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources, so you will learn faster and retain more knowledge to accelerate your future in HR.
We understand the demands on the HR professional. That's why the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course balances online learning, and live instructor support to meet students' learning needs and schedules.
Course online modules cover key HR topics:
- Human Resources
- Talent Acquisition
- Total Rewards
- Learning and Development
- Performance Management
- Employment Law
Registration and Fees
Please note: Space is limited, and your seat in the course is not confirmed until payment is received. Additionally, payment must be received at least seven days before the start of the course by Noon EST on the seventh day.
Continuing Education and Conferences (CEC) is committed to supporting learning and engagement for all program participants by providing appropriate accommodations. If you have a documented disability and need accommodations, please contact the ADA Coordinator at accessibility@sc.edu.
| Dates / Sessions | Times | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Essentials of Human Resources Certificate Program-Online 07/20/2026 - 07/23/2026 Monday-Thursday 4 Sessions Register Online Notes: Course orientation information will be sent approximately one week before the course starts. |
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | $700.00 |
| Essentials of Human Resources Certificate Program-Online 09/21/2026 - 09/30/2026 Mondays & Wednesdays 4 Sessions Register Online Notes: Course orientation information will be sent approximately one week before the course starts. |
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | $700.00 |
Registration and Payment Notes
We accept online payment via VISA, MasterCard, Discover and American Express through MarketPlace, a secure
electronic environment that simplifies business transactions with the university.
Follow the MarketPlace prompts to complete payment. Your transaction is only complete
when you receive an order number, which is your receipt of payment. Your seat is not
guaranteed until payment is received and you receive an order number.
Once you have paid and are enrolled, you'll be emailed location and parking information for face-to-face programs or online
instructions about one week before the program begins.