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Florida Gulf Coast University Is Recognized by SHRM to Offer PDCs for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP Credentials

October 17, 2024  / Lutgert News  / Tags: Society for Human Resource Management, Professional Development Credits, SHRM, PDCs, Southwest Florida Leadership Institute, sfli

Florida Gulf Coast University is pleased to announce its Aligned Institution status and Recertification Provider status with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world’s largest association devoted to human resource management, to offer programs that qualify for recertification credits for the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP®) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP®) credentials.

As a member of the SHRM Recertification Provider network, Florida Gulf Coast University will be able to award professional development credits (PDCs) for its programs that relate to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™).

"The Society for Human Resource Management welcomes the opportunity to partner with Florida Gulf Coast University to provide quality educational opportunities to support the recertification efforts of HR professionals who have attained their SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certifications," said Alex Alonso, SHRM-SCP, SHRM’s Chief Knowledge Officer.

"We are thrilled to receive this recognition from SHRM," said Dr. Chris Westley, Dean of the Lutgert College of Business at Florida Gulf Coast University. "This alignment with SHRM's globally recognized standards reinforces our commitment to delivering high-quality, relevant education in human resource management and leadership. Our programs, including the Southwest Florida Leadership Institute's offerings, are designed to equip current and future HR professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in today's dynamic business environment. I’m excited about the value added, through this partnership, to both our students’ education and to a growing Southwest Florida workforce that demands rigorous and practical leadership training."

Dr. Meagan Baskin, Director of the Institute and Associate Professor of Management shares, "The Southwest Florida Leadership Institute cultivates leaders at every career stage, from emerging talent to seasoned executives. This SHRM recognition amplifies our mission of equipping professionals with the skills to navigate diverse organizational challenges. Our partnership with SHRM enhances our ability to deliver cutting-edge, industry-aligned leadership development that prepares leaders to meet the evolving needs of our regional workforce and directly impacts our local business community."

SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams were launched in 2015 after years of research to define the behavioral competencies and knowledge relevant to today’s global HR professional. The SHRM BASK is the framework for the certification exams. The SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certifications are the premier professional certifications in the human resources field with more than 120,000 certificants in over 105 countries.

SHRM’s certifications are accredited by The Buros Center for Testing, the world’s premier test review center. Once certified, HR professionals have the opportunity to earn PDCs from more than 3,400+ Recertification Provider offering a variety of educational options. A mobile app and other tools make the recertification process simple and efficient.

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Florida Gulf Coast University’s Lutgert College of Business offers five (5) aligned programs:

• Bachelor of Science in Management with Leadership Concentration
• Bachelor of Science in Management with Human Resource Management Concentration
• Bachelor of Science in Management to Master of Business Administration 5-Year Combined Program
• Master of Business Administration with Management/Leadership Concentration online program
• Master of Business Administration with Management/Leadership Concentration

For more information about FGCU’s business Undergraduate and Graduate Programs visit Lutgert College of Business | Florida Gulf Coast University (fgcu.edu)

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Southwest Florida Leadership Institute at Florida Gulf Coast University offers business and community programs including Open Enrollment Programs, Ready to Deploy Programs, and Customized Programs.

Currently enrolling through November 5^th:

• Emerging Leader in the Public Sector with Micro-Credentialing Opportunity

For more information about SFLI’s programs and to register visit Business & Community Programs | SWFL Leadership Institute (fgcu.edu)

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For more information on SHRM certification, visit www.shrmcertification.org.

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