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Central Connecticut State University is proud to be an exclusive university partner of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), offering SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP®), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP®) certification preparation courses, and the SHRM Essentials course.
 
As one of SHRM’s Top 20 Education Partners nationwide, CCSU is recognized for delivering high-quality HR education that helps professionals stay ahead in an increasingly complex workplace. Today’s HR leaders must navigate a rapidly changing workforce, evolving legislation and regulations, and new organizational challenges. SHRM certifications are among the most respected and globally recognized credentials in the profession, equipping HR professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to lead with confidence.
 
We are also proud to partner with the Human Resources Association of Central Connecticut (HRACC), the region’s local SHRM chapter, to offer the Human Resources Professional Certificate, providing additional opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. We are happy is say that in our Spring 2025 semester we saw a 72% pass rate for the SHRM-CP exam compared to the 68% national average. Among the students that took the SHRM-SCP exam, we saw a 54% pass rate compared to the 50% national average. 
 

We are also proud to partner with the local chapter of SHRM, the Human Resources Association of Central Connecticut (HRACC) to offer the Human Resources Professional Certificate.

 

Human Resources Programs

In Partnership with the Human Resource Association of Central Connecticut (HRACC) The Human Resources (HR) Professional Certificate consists of six comprehensive classes that offer a detailed overview of the Human Resources functions.  All six classes are required to complete the certificate.   You can register for all six here, or for each class separately in separate options.

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This course will give you an overview of strategy, theory and practice of total compensation (cash and equity.)

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Focus on the legal aspects within HR Management including discrimination laws, Family and Medical Leave Acts, drugs and alcohol in the workplace, COBRA and ERISA, and positive labor relations laws.

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In this capstone course, students apply newly learned human resource skills towards solving real-life HR problems. Open only to those who have completed the first five courses or former graduates of the HR Management Certificate Program.

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Learn the keys to effective training and development efforts. Understand the value of aligning training strategy to organizational mission, vision, and goals.

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Learn the most effective and efficient techniques in attracting successful employees to your organization.

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Learn how employee benefits can create a competitive advantage in attracting, retaining and motivating top talent through strategic design and effective communication, while ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

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Join us for this free info session about the SHRM Certification Prep+ course.

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Join us for this free info session about the SHRM Certification Prep+ course.

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Join us for this free info session about the SHRM Certification Prep+ course.

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CCSU is in the top 20 of SHRM providers in the country. Join us to earn your SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP®) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP®), and receive many benefits when you join the CCSU SHRM family. Build your network with fellow HR professionals as you prepare and grow your career.

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CCSU is in the top 20 of SHRM providers in the country. Join us to earn your SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP®) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP®), and receive many benefits when you join the CCSU SHRM family. Build your network with fellow HR professionals as you prepare and grow your career.

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CCSU is in the top 20 of SHRM providers in the country. Join us to earn your SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP®) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP®), and receive many benefits when you join the CCSU SHRM family. Build your network with fellow HR professionals as you prepare and grow your career.

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