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SHRM® ESSENTIALS OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Sharpen your HR skills to face today's HR issues.

Human Resource issues impact every company in some way. That's why it's important to understand the fundamental issues surrounding HR today. 

SHRM, the leading global HR professional organization, has developed the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course, which teaches the HR knowledge, skills and competencies required for overall business success. Whether you are new to HR, or it's one of the many roles you fulfill at your company, UNA's course covers the key HR topics you need to know.

Small investment in quality training, big payback

Backed by SHRM's track record of providing quality HR training, the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course covers the topics you need to meet key HR challenges that are relevant to you and your company. In less than 20 hours of training time, you can cover the issues you need to reduce potentially costly lawsuits. 

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. Along with classroom interaction with peers and the instructor, case study exercises threaded throughout the program provide opportunities to practice applying newly acquired HR skills during training prior to using them on the job. 

Build a solid foundation in Human Resources skills.

By covering a breadth of practical HR topics, the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course provides the knowledge to perform daily tasks. Through this course, you will also:

• Review key pieces of federal legislation on sexual harassment, age discrimination, and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
• Gain insights into employee recruitment and selection while avoiding legal pitfalls.
• Enhance your skills related to total compensation systems, pay increases and incentives, and employee benefits.
• Increase your knowledge of employee orientation, onboarding, professional development, and training.

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Matt Oglesby, SHRM-SCP, is an Assistant Professor of Human Resource Management at the University of North Alabama. Previously, he served as Senior Vice President and Human Resources Director for CB&S Bank in Russellville, AL. He has a broad range of experience including over 30 years of management, leadership, and public speaking experience. Matt earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Organizational and Human Resource Management and his Master of Business Administration at the University of North Alabama. He also completed a PhD in Business Administration at the University of South Alabama, and he holds SHRM-SCP and SPHR certifications in Human Resource Management. He is also active in the community, having served in a variety of roles with professional and civic organizations such as Shoals Chapter SHRM, UNA SHRM, Florence High Band Boosters, and the Russellville Civitan Club.