Get Certified with SHRM Central Iowa
Prepare | Connect | Succeed
Take the next step in your HR career with the SHRM Central Iowa Chapter’s SHRM Certification Study Series! This virtual, interactive program provides a flexible and supportive path to earning your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification—with a big cost advantage.
💼 Study Series + Exam Bundle
Compare to SHRM Direct Cost: $1,800+ — Save nearly $500 by registering through SHRM Central Iowa!
- SHRM Certification Exam: $500 (Save $95)
- SHRM Learning System: $800 (Save $400) – includes:
- Interactive Roadmap aligned with SHRM BASK®
- Custom Study Plans tailored to your goals
- Over 2,700 Practice Questions
- 18-Month Online Access to materials
Tuition: $1,450 (includes SHRM learning system and exam fee)
Schedule: Weekly on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. (9/22-12/1)
Program Highlights
- Program Start Date: September 22, 2026
- 11-Week Virtual Study Group: Meets Tuesday evenings for structured learning and collaboration.
- Expert Facilitation: Led by an experienced instructor to guide discussions and provide insights.
- Engaging & Supportive Format: Interactive sessions designed to understand content and make real world connections. Combination of lecture, practice, group work and activities.
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, September 1
A minimum of 10 participants is required for the study group to run. If fewer than 10 participants are registered by the registration, the study group will be canceled, and all fees will be fully refunded.
About the Instructor
Bobbie Jo Sheridan serves as the Director of People and Culture for WesleyLife At Home and is an Instructor for the SHRM Certification Preparation Course. She has taught multiple semesters at Drake University, achieving a 100% pass rate for her students on the SHRM exam.
Bobbie Jo brings a wealth of knowledge to her courses, drawing from her own professional experience as well as insights from past students. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Northern Iowa and a Master’s degree from Walden University.
Passionate about empowering others, Bobbie Jo actively volunteers with Dress for Success, helping individuals prepare for career success.
STUDY SERIES SCHEDULE
| Week | Date | Content |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Tuesday, September 22 | Introduce course & HR Competencies. |
| Week 2 | Tuesday, September 29 | Competencies (continued) |
| Week 3 | Tuesday, October 6 | HR Strategy & Talent Acquisition |
| Week 4 | Tuesday, October 13 | Employee Engagement & Retention Learning & Development |
| Week 5 | Tuesday, October 20 | Total Rewards |
| Week 6 | Tuesday, October 27 | Structure of the HR Function & Organizational Effectiveness & Development |
| Week 7 | Tuesday, November 3 | Organizational Effectiveness & Development (continued) & Workforce Management |
| Week 8 | Tuesday, November 10 | Employee & Labor Relations & Technology Management |
| Week 9 | Tuesday, November 17 | Managing a Global Workforce, Risk Management & Corporate Social Responsibility |
| Week 10 | Tuesday, November 24 | U.S. Employment Law & Regulations |
| Week 11 | Tuesday, December 1 | Exam Review, exam expectations and conduct discussion |
GET REGISTERED TODAY!
Questions? Contact Jodi Allan at Jodi.Allan@collins.com
