Get Certified with Central Iowa SHRM!

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Join the CI SHRM Chapter’s Peer-to-Peer SHRM Certification Study Series and take the next step in your HR career! This virtual program offers a flexible, collaborative, and supportive path toward earning your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification.


📘 Program Highlights

  • 11-week virtual study group held Tuesday evenings
  • Each participant facilitates one session with provided materials
  • SHRM Certified Professional attends every session to support discussions
  • Interactive, supportive, and engaging format designed for peer accountability
  • Virtual Practice Test Review included


💼 Study Series + Exam Bundle

  • SHRM Certification Exam: $500 (Save $95)
  • SHRM Learning System: $600 (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


The real value of a study group comes from showing up, sharing ideas, and learning together. To support that, we’ll be encouraging active participation in the Peer-to-Peer Study Series.

  • As a thank you for your commitment, if you attend at least 10 out of the 12 sessions, you’ll receive a $50 gift card.


We’re excited to learn and grow with you!

Questions? Contact the Sami Lettow at sami.lettow@weitz.com

Week Date Content
Week 1 Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 SHRM Certification Overview (utilize certification introduction deck) & SHRM BASK Review
Week 2 Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025 Leadership & Navigation, & Ethical Practice
Week 3 Tuesday, September 9th, 2025 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, & Relationship Management
Week 4 Tuesday, September 16th, 2025 Communication & Global Mindset
Week 5 Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025 Business Acumen & Consultation
Week 6 Tuesday, September 30th, 2025 Analytical Aptitude & HR Strategy
NO CLASS Tuesday, October 7th, 2025 Enjoy State Conference!
Week 7 Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 Talent Acquisition & Employee Engagement and Retention
Week 8 Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 Learning & Development and Total Rewards
Week 9 Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 Structure of HR Function & Organizational Effectiveness and Development
Week 10 Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 Workforce Management & Employee and Labor Relations
Week 11 Tuesday, November 11th, 2025 Technology Management, Managing a Global Workplace, and Risk Management
Week 12 Tuesday, November 18th, 2025 Corporate Social Responsibility & US Employment Laws and Regulations
NO CLASS Tuesday, November 25th, 2025 Thanksgiving – No Class!
Week 13 Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025 Practice Test Review

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