Illinois State Council of SHRM  members don't have to do it alone!

Pass that HR-Exam with half the stress

We help prepare HR professionals to get certified in PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, and SHRM-SCP — in just 6 live classes.

Your schedule is crazy –
we have options!

$899 (25% off) on our live prep courses for ILSHRM Chapter members!

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Evening Live Sessions

Starting January 28, 2025
@ 7:30 PM Eastern time

$1,199 regular price
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Daytime Live Sessions

Starting late January
@ 2 PM Central time

$1,199 regular price
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Self Paced Learning

Flexible Self-Paced HR Certification Program

$797 regular price; $597 with IL SHRM
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BONUS! EXCLUSIVE FOR IL SHRM MEMBERS

✨ EXTRA DISCOUNT AND BONUS COURSES ✨

All chapter members receive FREE Exclusive Bonus 60 minute question practice session on WHY each answer is the correct one! And our Test Prep Mini Course.
As a member of the Illinois State Council of SHRM, you will receive a 25% discount and a 30 minute planning call with Lori Kleiman!

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"Easier, Faster, Better" 

 

HR Topics POWERHOUSE EXAM-PREP SYSTEM turns 93% of our nervous students (just like you) into accomplished graduates who go on to make thousands of dollars more per year — by passing their certification on the first try!

THE HR POWERHOUSE ADVANTAGE

Live Classes

6 zoom sessions of 1 hour each!  Daytime & Evening options!

Strategic Studying

See how 3-6 hours a week can set you up for success!

Engaging Content

Real workbooks, live Q&A's and self-paced video content.

At-Home Success Kit

Textbooks, Stress Tools (and more) —mailed to your door!

Practice Exams

Practice makes perfect and these exams really help!

Lifetime Access

Helps you prepare for each round of certifications!

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 Join thousands of students (93% passed on the first try!) who have found the easier, faster and more reliable way to pass their HR Certification exam, thanks to Lori Kleiman & HR Topics powerful teaching system! 

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The "Golden Ticket" for taking your HR Career to the next level 

 

Our proven and easy-to-use "Powerhouse" HR Prep Program gives you EXACTLY what you need to overcome "test anxiety" and confidently absorb  hundreds of hard-to-remember details, thanks to our unique features, ability to work it into your schedule and distinctive teaching-style. 

TOP-RATED FEATURES INCLUDE: 

  • Live Virtual Sessions 
  • Practice Exams
  • Community Connections 
  • Proprietary Vocabulary App
  • REAL Textbooks & Study Kit 

Here for you every step of the way

Our live program comes with LIFETIME ACCESS which means you get to use our tools and time-saving strategies to study until you get this done, and even if you go for the next level in the future! 

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COURSE BREAKDOWN

Fast forward your exam-prep and time spent studying with our easy module breakdowns

MODULE 1

Legal
Concepts


Compliance questions are the basis of the exams.  We go through the laws you need to know, and help you remember the key test points.

MODULE 2

Recruiting


You know how to do recruiting, but that's not always the right test answer! We'll go through the concepts that will be on the test, and teach you some things to use on the job.

MODULE 3

Compensation & Benefits


There are concepts we use everyday, but you probably don't know the official name for it. That's where we come in!

MODULE 4

Business Strategy


The whole idea of certification is to get that seat at the table - so we give you the tools to understand and be able to answer strategic questions.

MODULE 5

Training & Development


Providing employee support is key in HR, but most generalists don't focus on this every day. We'll guide you through the major concepts that are likely to be on your exam.

MODULE 6

Labor & Employee Relations


UGH Unions! This is a place where we give you the basics so that you can answer the questions you'll have with confidence and move on!

MODULE 7

Risk Management


From Cybersecurity to OSHA, there are components of risk you'll need to be able to answer on all the exams. Its a small part, but every question counts, so we give you what you need.

Shortcut the stress

Passing your exam becomes 10x easier when you learn how to use our specialized "deductive thinking" process. Designed specifically for anxious, overwhelmed and time-starved students, we show you HOW to study to get the best results with half the stress!

THE REAL DIFFERENCE WE MAKE:

LEARNING OPTIONS

Because your learning style matters!

All Classes Include.....
  • 8 Self-Paced Modules of HR Content to help you study and pass!
  • Success Kit - All books and materials you need to get this done, mailed to your home!
  • 5 Practice Exams, with hundreds of practice questions simulated to help pass the real exam.
  • Special Vocabulary App to increase comprehension. 
  • Option to upgrade or repeat our live courses at any time at a fraction of the original cost. 
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Live and Self Paced Options

Self paced: best for students who are self-motivated and want access to tips, tools and structure.  16 weeks to complete the program.  

Live program students receive...........

  • 6 live virtual classes to help keep you focused on schedule!
  • Vocabulary App for a full year.
  • Lifetime access to the course. Use it for this exam and anytime in the future for other exams.
  • Private community and cohort platform to learn with other students.

BONUS: Lori and Julie by your side!

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Show them who's boss...

Your career is no longer limited by the overwhelming fear of "failing those complicated exams". With our proven study and support systems you can look forward to finally getting certified and becoming a competitive candidate in any job search or promotional opportunity. This is your time.

 

Lori Kleiman is a human resources speaker, author, and facilitator. With more than 35 years of experience as a human resource professional she has walked in your shoes.

Lori has been teaching HR certification prep for over 20 years. She created this program as a way of helping to fill the gaps between the complex study materials and the real-world knowledge that many professionals were missing when it comes to preparing for exams (often after being out of school for many years, or never having been to college at all). As your teacher and guide, you'll feel supported and truly empowered!

Learn more about Lori

Pass with confidence.

Our At-Home Success Kit include textbooks, print-outs, notebooks and stress tools to help you study on-screen and on paper. Included with every plan, we mail it out as soon as you register!

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YOU'RE ONE STEP AWAY

From earning bigger incomes, having more job opportunities and passing those exams!

PAYMENT PLAN

$445

3 monthly payments

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PAY IN FULL

only $899

With coupon code ILSHRM

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SELF PACED

$797

Save 25% with the coupon ILSHRM!

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And don't forget – as a member of the ILSHRM State Council, enter coupon code ILSHRM at checkout
to receive your 25% Discount

You must be a member of the SHRM chapter to use this code. If you are not a member, you can join the chapter now or be billed for the amount of the coupon prior to starting the class.

 * Payment plan must be up to date or access to class will be suspended. Immediate access to full course with first payment.
** The lifetime offer is valid as long as HR Topics is offering test preparation courses. Once the live sessions are completed, you will have access to a recorded program similar to the sessions you attended live, upon request.
*** There are no refunds on the course. Contact us if there is an issue completing the work.
**** Success kit shipped in US only, international shipments can made with addition charge.

Frequently Asked Questions

"Everything I Need"

Many of our graduates are people just like you, who wanted to get ahead but felt stuck thinking they had to "study and pass some complicated exam, all by themselves". We offer the support, structure and strategies to FINALLY get certified, on your terms!

"Game Changer"

Our HR Powerhouse System has helped thousands of professionals step into new careers, bigger earnings and greater confidence. This is your chance to make things different!

LET'S DO THIS!