The Center for Human Resource and Training Programs provides both in-class and online courses for HR and Training professionals. Customized programs can also be created for your firm in both the in-class and online environment

1. HUMAN RESOURCES
AND TRAINING
PROGRAM AND COURSE GUIDE

2. THE CENTER FOR
HUMAN RESOURCES
AND TRAINING
For more than 15 years, DePaul University has helped
human resource (HR) practitioners and consultants gain
the skills necessary for career advancement and success.
Our Professional in Human Resources Certificate Program,
one of the top-ranked PHR® and SPHR® preparation
programs in the country, has prepared more than 5,000
professionals for certification. Other programs we offer
develop the professional’s capabilities in facilitation,
organizational development, payroll and other disciplines
that distinguish an HR professional’s performance on
the job and in the field. We can customize any program for
an organization wanting on-site training of its staff.
THE SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
(SHRM) AND THE HOLMES CORPORATION RECENTLY
RECOGNIZED DEPAUL CPE AS ONE OF THE TOP
FIVE UNIVERSITIES IN THE NATION FOR THE MOST
ENROLLMENTS IN THE SHRM LEARNING SYSTEM®
CERTIFICATION PREPARATION COURSE.

3. PROFESSIONAL IN HUMAN RESOURCES
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM: THE SHRM LEARNING
SYSTEM® COURSE
DePaul has partnered with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®) to offer this
course for individuals seeking certification as Professional in Human Resources (PHR®) or Senior
Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) from the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI®).
Above and beyond preparing professionals for certification, this strategic course supports career
advancement by building confidence for managing HR challenges. You’ll learn from instructors
who are experienced certified practitioners and network with other HR professionals. After
completing the program, you will receive a joint certificate from DePaul University and SHRM®,
as well as up to 3.6 continuing education units (CEUs).
While DePaul cannot guarantee a passing score on the exam(s), the pass rate of professionals
who have taken the SHRM Learning System® course is better than the national average.
PROGRAM CONTENT
The SHRM Learning System® course
includes six modules that correspond to
the functional areas and responsibilities
defined by the HRCI® Body of Knowledge:
• Business Management and Strategy
• Workforce Planning and Employment
• Human Resource Development
• Compensation and Benefits
• Employee and Labor Relations
• Risk Management
Choose from the following options:
12-week, in-class course. Classes meet
once a week for three hours where you’ll
spend one to two weeks covering each of
the six areas of HR. This class is offered
at all DePaul campuses or can be held on
site at your organization.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
• HR professionals planning to take the
PHR® or SPHR® certification exam
• PHR® professionals seeking to
“upgrade” their certification to SPHR®
• HR practitioners seeking professional
development
• Experienced managers who are new to
the HR field
HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT
• Develop the knowledge and skills to
improve your on-the-job effectiveness
• Receive an updated copy of the SHRM
Learning System®, which is a valuable
HR reference and includes the SPHR®
Preparation Book
• Receive an expanded bank of test
questions formatted to mimic the
current HRCI® exam experience
• Gain access to the SHRM Learning
System® Resource Center, featuring
audio and webcasts, flashcards, HR
updates, related links and more
Online, instructor-led course. This online
program is designed to provide maximum
flexibility. The interactive, online class
has no preset times for participation;
you’ll spend three to six hours a week
on the class, and there are deadlines for
completing tests and assignments.
Intensive course. This fast-paced
Saturday course covers a great deal
of information in seven weeks and is
not recommended for the novice HR
professional. The course prepares HR
professionals who do not have the time
for a conventional 12-week program.
This course is not a substitute for the certification
examination. If you wish to take either the PHR® or
SPHR® examination, you must complete a separate
application form available from HRCI®. For more
information, please visit www.hrci.org, call HRCI® at
866-898-4724, or email info@hrci.org.
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4. SHRM® ESSENTIALS OF HUMAN RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Offered in partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®), this
program provides a comprehensive overview of the human resource function. You will learn the
most vital and timely topics in the field. Upon successful completion of the program, you will
receive a certificate from DePaul University and 1.2 continuing education units (CEUs).
PROGRAM CONTENT
The program content covers these topics:
• Human Resource Management
• Employment Law
• Recruitment and Selection
• Compensation and Benefits
• Employee Development
• Performance Management
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This program, designed as a thorough
introduction to HR basics, provides
a solid foundation in human resource
management that improves HR job
performance across multiple job titles
and functions, including:
• New and junior HR practitioners
• Small business owners or
office managers
• Business managers
• New or experienced managers
• Representatives supporting
HR systems
• International HR personnel
• Job seekers
HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT
In this program, you’ll have the
opportunity to use both Web-based
tools and print materials to help
you review and master HR concepts.
You’ll gain confidence and learn
techniques of immediate relevance
to your job.
SHRM GLOBAL LEARNING SYSTEM®
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
HR professionals with international responsibilities must be prepared to operate with regulations
from the U.S. and other countries, and possess the capability to develop global and crossborder HR policies. This program, offered in partnership with the Society for Human Resource
Management (SHRM®), is designed to capitalize on your experience and skills to provide you
with the best preparation for the Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR®) exam.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
• HR professionals preparing for the
GPHR® certification exam
• PHR® or SPHR® certified professionals
who work internationally
HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT
The SHRM Global Learning System®
covers the following content areas that
may appear on the certification exam:
• Strategic HR Management
• Global Talent Acquisition and Mobility
• Global Compensation and Benefits
• Organizational Effectiveness and Talent
Development
• Workforce Relations and Risk
Management
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This program is not a substitute for the GPHR®
certification exam. If you wish to take the GPHR®
exam, you must complete a separate application form
available through the Human Resource Certification
Institute (HRCI®) at www.hrci.org.

5. AMERICAN PAYROLL ASSOCIATION’S (APA)
PAYTRAIN COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY® PROGRAM
Improve your payroll knowledge and prepare for certification. In cooperation with the
American Payroll Association (APA), DePaul offers the PayTrain College and University®
program both online and in-class. Comprised of two professional development courses,
PayTrain® Fundamentals and PayTrain® Mastery, this program is designed for all
levels of payroll administration—from seasoned professionals interested in advancing
their careers to new hires seeking an understanding of the industry.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This program is appropriate for
experienced and entry-level payroll
professionals.
HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT
As a participant, you’ll gain:
• The professional development to
advance your payroll career
• An understanding of payroll essentials
through hands-on exercises
• Solid grounding in compliance
issues related to tax and regulatory
information
• Preparation for the FPC and CPP exams
• Recertification credit hours (RCHs)
or continuing education units (CEUs)
to maintain FPC or CPP credentials
* If you wish to take the FPC or CPP exam,
contact the APA at www.americanpayroll.org.
PAYTRAIN® FUNDAMENTALS
This course teaches the fundamental
payroll calculations and applications
common to the industry. It conveys the
basic knowledge and skills required to
maintain payroll compliance and prevent
costly penalties. Calculations covered
in this course are critical to successfully
passing the FPC and CPP exams and are
not covered in PayTrain® Mastery.
Topics in this course include:
• Fundamentals of Payroll Operations
• Paycheck Calculations
• Fringe Benefits
• Tax Reporting
• Payroll Accounting
• Administration
PAYTRAIN® MASTERY
A continuation of PayTrain®
Fundamentals, this is a comprehensive
course providing managers and
supervisors a solid understanding of
advanced topics in the field. This course is
ideal for experienced payroll professionals
seeking compliance training, professional
development or CPP certification
preparation. For success on the CPP
exam, this course should be taken after
completing PayTrain® Fundamentals.
Topics in this course include:
• Payroll Concepts
• Payroll Reporting and Employment
Taxes
• Record Keeping and Payroll Practices
• Payroll Accounting
• Management and Administration
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6. THE ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (OD)
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
In today’s business environment, the discipline and practice of organizational development
are critically important. Organizations, needing systems and processes that have an impact
on people and performance, are turning to OD experts. This certificate program can help you
become an OD practitioner who drives meaningful results in your organization.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This program is for managers; OD,
training and HR professionals; and
anyone else who wants to learn the OD
methodologies and techniques that drive
organizational performance.
THE ORGANIZATIONAL DESIGN WHEEL
HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT
You will learn leading OD theories,
practices and applications to enhance
your skills. Benefits include:
• Practical OD tools and resources
• Research on OD best practices
• An expanded network of OD
professionals
• Enhanced credibility as an OD
professional
• The crystallization of your own OD
platform
This program is offered at the Chicago Loop
Campus in conjunction with Linkage, Inc.
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7. PROGRAM CONTENT
The curriculum is based on Linkage’s
Organizational Design Wheel™—a
model that defines and categorizes
the characteristics common to highperformance workplaces.
You must complete four courses
including at least one core course with
the remaining three courses chosen
from the electives. You are encouraged to
complete the program in one year.
CORE COURSES
STRATEGIC HR BUSINESS PARTNER
CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
Learn to examine your business through
a different lens and evaluate your abilities
as an HR consultant.
(Dimension: Processes & Tools)
ORGANIZATIONAL ANALYSIS
AND DESIGN
Learn the dynamics, processes and
challenges inherent in analyzing,
designing or redesigning an organization
for optimal performance.
(Dimension: Organization)
ELECTIVE COURSES
CHANGE LEADERSHIP: HOW LEADERS
DRIVE ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE
What does it take to lead? Whether the
task is driving down change from the top
or pushing up change from below, you
need skills in change leadership concepts,
practices and processes.
(Dimension: Direction-Setting)
DESIGN AND IMPLEMENT LEADERSHIP
DEVELOPMENT SYSTEMS
Learn how to design and implement
competency-based leadership
development programs and systems and
understand how to structure and manage
accelerated development programs for
high-potential staff members.
(Dimension: Direction-Setting)
STRATEGIC THINKING
Acquire the perspective, framework
and tools necessary to engage others
in strategic decision-making and to
lead the strategic conversations required
for the long-term health of your team
or enterprise.
(Dimension: Processes & Tools)
SYSTEMS THINKING
The best leaders can make connections
among seemingly disparate events and
processes. You’ll learn how to resolve
complex business problems in a practical,
systematic way; simulations will help
you master techniques and principles.
(Dimension: Processes & Tools)
ENHANCING YOUR EMOTIONAL
INTELLIGENCE
Understanding Emotional Intelligence (EI)
is essential for those who wish to lead
effectively and work well with others.
This course offers a highly interactive,
tool-based experience where participants
learn to evaluate and respond to their
own EI and that of others.
(Dimension: People)
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8. GROUP FACILITATION CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Facilitation—a critical tool for accelerating productivity and strategic alignment—plays a crucial
role in businesses, governments and communities. Today, organizations are seeking skilled
facilitators who can help groups build consensus, maximize participation and move toward action.
In this certificate program you will cover the concepts and techniques of effective group facilitation.
PROGRAM CONTENT
The program curriculum covers
competencies defined by the International
Association of Facilitators (IAF), the
leading professional association in the
field, including:
• Creating collaborative client
relationships
• Planning appropriate group processes
• Creating and sustaining a participatory
environment
• Guiding groups to appropriate and
useful outcomes
• Increasing tools to build effective teams
• Learning theories and practices that
support facilitation
• Building and maintaining professional
knowledge
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is appropriate for many
different professionals, including:
• Managers
• Leaders
• Facilitators
• Consultants
• Project managers
• Team leaders
• HR professionals
• Course leaders or instructors
HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT
You will gain the skills and tools
for establishing core facilitation
competencies and providing skillful
facilitation of meetings and workshops.
PROGRAM COURSES
INTRODUCTION TO THE
ART AND SCIENCE OF GROUP
FACILITATION (Core)
Discover how to assess group dynamics,
apply basic facilitation tools and
create consensus that leads toward
effective results.
FACILITATION GAMES (Elective)
Learn how to design your own group
exercises and conduct participant
engagement tools (PETs) to create
meaningful games and tools to motivate,
engage and facilitate a successful
workshop. This class is ideal for
experienced facilitators.
HOLISTIC FACILITATION PROCESS
DESIGN (Elective)
Learn to design effective facilitation
processes by planning the emotional
group cycle along with the workshop
process to build a product using the
FoCuSeD™ approach.
BUILDING ON FACILITATION
BASICS (Core)
Acquire the skills to engage groups in
discussions and planning while utilizing
more advanced tools for applying
facilitation skills and techniques.
FACILITATION SYMPOSIUM (Elective)
Join other professionals in a one-day
symposium offering fresh insights,
methodologies and a sense of
professional identity. This is a great
networking experience for anyone
working in a facilitation role.
To receive the Group Facilitation certificate,
you must complete two core courses and two
elective courses.
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SPECIAL TOPIC IN FACILITATION
(Elective)
This two-day course covers a specific
hot topic in facilitation and provides
you with more tools to add to your
facilitation tool kit.
FACILITATING ONLINE (Elective)
This online course will teach you online
facilitation practices designed to engage
active participation and transform your
learning experience.

9. ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT AND CHANGE
ONLINE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Organization development (OD) practitioners understand the critical role of human resource
development to create and facilitate positive change and achieve extraordinary results. This
online program is ideal for professionals in a broad range of industries and at various levels of
management. You will learn to develop your OD framework, perfect your ability as a change
agent and leader, and develop consulting and coaching skills.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This certificate is designed for
professionals and current internal
and external practitioners who
desire to build on their knowledge
of OD and for individuals wishing
to discover the OD field.
HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT
• Gain knowledge of how to implement
change within your organization
• Obtain the skills required to thrive in
the field of OD
• Earn a certificate in Organization
Development and Change
To receive the Organization Development
and Change certificate, you must complete
one core course and three elective courses
or two core courses and two elective courses.
PROGRAM COURSES
FUNDAMENTALS OF
ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(Core)
Designed for new OD practitioners,
this course will introduce you to OD, its
history and the theoretical models of
change of OD, and provide you with the
theoretical competency base you’ll need
to lead and facilitate positive and planned
organizational change efforts.
ORGANIZATION THEORY AND
DIAGNOSIS (Core)
Learn the concepts and theories related
to organization theory and how the
different facets of this field relate. You
will demonstrate your understanding of
course material by exploring and applying
your own interpretive framework.
LEADING AND MANAGING
ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE (Elective)
In this course you will focus on the
process of organizational change,
how to be an effective leader, and the
various theories and concepts of how to
implement change in your organization.
SPECIAL TOPICS IN HUMAN RESOURCE
DEVELOPMENT (Elective)
In this course you will learn the
strategies for evaluating, designing and
implementing training and OD efforts
that positively impact performance at
the individual, group and organizational
level of analysis through the application
of Human Resource Development (HRD)
theories and models.
CONSULTATION AND COACHING
THEORY AND PRACTICE (Elective)
Gain a working knowledge of how you
can use the increasingly popular method
of coaching and consultation in your
organization to be effective in helping
leaders navigate through organizational
change.
ACTION RESEARCH IN
ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(Elective)
In this hands-on course you will
collaborate to develop a solution to
address a real-world challenge or issue
related to OD, put the plan into effect,
evaluate the solution, and engage in
critical reflection to change and improve
various aspects of your practice.
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10. HUMAN RESOURCES AND TRAINING COURSES
EMPLOYMENT LAW
Common HR errors can result in
costly litigation. This course offers
an overview of employment laws and
legislation. Learn about federal laws
related to discrimination, disabilities,
sexual harassment, hiring practices,
compensation, pension, termination and
discipline, physical safety, privacy and
reputation.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is designed for HR
professionals and managers who need to
be familiar with employment law.
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOR HR
PROFESSIONALS
With the explosion of HR-related
projects, as well as the need to complete
projects on time and within budget,
project management is a critical skill.
You’ll learn the rules of successful project
management—rules you can apply to lead
a project or excel on a team.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is appropriate for PHR®s
and SPHR®s, HR professionals, team
leaders and anyone who will be working
on an HR project.
INTERVIEWING SKILLS
Finding job candidates with the right
job skills, behavioral skills and personal
values is a challenge. Hiring efforts take
time and planning. This workshop teaches
legal considerations and interviewing
techniques to aid professionals in making
optimal hiring decisions.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This workshop is designed for any
business professional who is involved
in hiring and interviewing, including
managers, supervisors, team leaders and
HR professionals.

11. CONTINUING AND
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION
REGISTRATION FORM
DePaul University
THE CENTER FOR HUMAN RESOURCES AND TRAINING
PROGRAMS AND COURSES
Name
Date of Birth
Home Address
City
State
Home Phone
Home Email
WAYS TO REGISTER
Zip
Online:
cpe.depaul.edu/hr
Employer Title
Business Address
City
State
Business Phone
Business Email
Zip
Fax
Walk in:
14 East Jackson Blvd., Suite 1010
Preferred mailing address:
Home
Business
Preferred email address:
Applicant — Detach here.
Mail in:
DePaul University, CPE
1 East Jackson Boulevard
Chicago, Illinois 60604-2201
Home
Business
How did you hear about us:
Email
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Other
Print Ad
Direct Mail
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Employer
Professional Organization/Association
Highest level of education:
High School/GED
Associate Degree
Other
Bachelor’s Degree
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Fax registration form to:
(312) 362-8764
Call:
(312) 362-6300
Professional Degree
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School previously attended:
SHRM Membership #:
Program Title
Dates
Days
Campus
Cost
TOTAL:
PAYMENT OPTIONS (Payment must be received at the time of registration.)
Check (payable to DePaul University CPE)
Visa
Account Number
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American Express
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Signature
Payment may be made by check, VISA, Master Card, Discover, American Express or money order. Cash will not be accepted. Payment must be received at the time of registration. Checks
should be made payable to DePaul University CPE and reference the student’s name. University policy requires a $25.00 Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) fee to be charged for all returned checks.
All registrations are due seven calendar days before the course start date. Any registration submitted after that deadline will be charged a mandatory $75.00 late registration fee. You will receive
confirmation of your registration by email. If you need confirmation or a receipt mailed to you, contact our office at (312) 362-6300 or cperegistration@depaul.edu. Written notification of cancellation is
required seven calendar days before the course start date to receive a full refund (minus a $75.00 cancellation fee).
DePaul’s complete registration and student policies can be found on our website at cpe.depaul.edu. We reserve the right to substitute instructors, change the day and location that programs meet, and
cancel programs due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen events.
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12. DePaul University Continuing and
Professional Education (CPE) is a leading
provider of professional development
and learning for working adults seeking
to enhance their skills, advance in their
careers and enrich their understanding of
a rapidly changing world. CPE also offers
education solutions customized to meet
the needs of business, government and
nonprofit organizations.
Visit Our Website
For online registration, course
information and current dates, visit our
website at cpe.depaul.edu/hr.
Program Contact
Janie Rollinson, PHR® Program Manager
,
(312) 362-5792
jrollin1@depaul.edu
Corporate Training
For organizations wishing to increase the
knowledge and skills of their employees,
DePaul’s Continuing and Professional
Education offers customized learning
solutions.
School for New Learning
The School for New Learning (SNL),
DePaul’s college solely for adult students,
offers undergraduate and graduate
degree programs that are customized to
your interests and intended career path.
Completion of a certificate program may
be applied toward a degree in SNL. Contact
snlcpe@depaul.edu for more information.
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