LCN is Only Central Illinois College Offering Human Resources Accreditation Program
Providing Curriculum to H.R. Pros Seeking Designation
Normal, Ill. – Lincoln College – Normal (LCN) is pleased to announce it has entered into a formal agreement with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) to become a SHRM Partner College. Beginning in September, individuals can enroll in guided classroom study sessions at the college’s new Center for Adult Learning to prepare for certification exams offered by SHRM. LCN is the only college in the central part of Illinois offering this service.
SHRM is a prestigious national organization for Human Resources professionals with local chapters across the country. The organization encourages development of its members through ongoing training and by offering professional accreditation. Interested H.R. professionals can earn designations by completing a rigorous examination covering a body of knowledge related to current practices in the human resource profession. Upon successful completion of the exams, these individuals earn the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) designation.
“We’re really proud of this partnership. SHRM is a prestigious organization and by selecting LCN as a Partner College, they are recognizing the high caliber of our faculty and the college’s ability to meet the needs of business professionals in the region. ” said Terry Lowe, an adjunct professor in the college’s business program and SHRM program coordinator.
Questions regarding registration should be directed to Terry Lowe at 309.268.4307 or tlowe@lincolncollege.edu. Additional information is also available on the organization’s Web site at www.shrm.org.
More information on PHR Certification Program.
Lincoln College-Normal (LCN) is a small, student-oriented, four-year institution offering bachelor's and associate's degrees as well as certificate programs through small interactive classes and high-quality academic programs to a diverse community. Since many of our students work and raise families, LCN provides both full-time and part-time study options as well as day, evening, hybrid and online classes.
Updated 8/17/09