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Human Resource Courses (SHRM)

Earn the new standard in HR certification

This is an exciting and pivotal time in the HR profession. Now, more than ever, HR teams are required to assume a greater leadership role, contributing to the strategic direction of their organization. The HR profession is no longer just about what you know–but how you do your job.

Earn SHRM certifications to boost your career

These professional certifications can open doors for professional advancement and reflect what HR practitioners need to know to be leaders in their organizations and in the profession.

  • SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
  • SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)

CLASS SCHEDULE

SHRM-CP:

  • Dates: Feb. 17 – March 5, 2026
  • Days/Times: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6-9 p.m.
  • Duration: 3 weeks
  • Location: Kilgore Campus, Bonnie Porter Building, Room 124

SHRM-SCP:

  • Dates: March 17 – April 23, 2026
  • Days/Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-9 p.m.
  • Duration: 6 weeks
  • Location: Kilgore Campus, Bonnie Porter Building, Room 124

Human Resource Courses (SHRM) Courses

SHRM Essentials of Human Resources®

$ 650
00
One Time
  • 18 hrs
  • Books & Practice Exam Included, Final Exam Registration & Fees are separate.
  • SHRM-CP (Certified Professional) is designed for individuals who are new to human resources or have up to two years of experience. This certification focuses on operational-level HR competencies and skills. You do not need to currently hold an HR position or title to pursue the SHRM-CP, though a basic understanding of HR principles is recommended before testing.

SHRM Learning System®

$ 1,200
00
One Time
  • 36 hrs
  • Books & Practice Exam Included, Final Exam Registration & Fees are separate.
  • SHRM-SCP (Senior Certified Professional) is ideal for those in strategic HR roles for at least three years, those who have held the SHRM-CP for three years, or those actively transitioning into strategic-level responsibilities. This certification validates expertise in areas such as policy development, enterprise-wide HR oversight, and aligning HR strategies with organizational goals. Applicants must dedicate a minimum of 1,000 hours per year to strategic-level HR work.

how to apply

Click the button below to download the PDF registration form.  Once filled out, please scan and email it to jfrankiln@kilgore.edu.

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for more information on human resources classes

Julie Franklin

  • Liaison
  • Workforce Development/BSTEM
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