Anne Arundel Community College's continuing education human resource training course is taught by highly credentialed, experienced instructors. We are partnered with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) to offer this nationally recognized program that demonstrates to employers that you've acquired a valuable body of knowledge. This course utilizes the SHRM Certification Prep System®, which is their most comprehensive SHRM Certification preparation resource. Learn about the benefits of the SHRM Certification Prep System®.
The training consists of one course which typically runs in the winter and fall semester:
HRS-512 SHRM Certified Professional Exam Preparation
Total Hours: 39
The program costs $1,281 for Anne Arundel County residents, including tuition and fees.
You can prepare for the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) designation by taking continuing education coursework at AACC. AACC offers both classroom and online courses. Learn more about the benefits of SHRM Certification.
Upon successful completion, students also earn an AACC continuing education certificate: Professional Human Resource Management (CE.PROF-HR-MGMT).
Our courses are in partnership with the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM).
Students taking noncredit classes don't need to apply for admission to AACC. Just check out our course search, choose a program or course that interests you, register and make your payment. Registration for summer courses is open. Registration for fall 2026 opens July 14! Please check course availability prior to registration.
If you have previously taken classes at AACC, you must log in using your AACC account. New students will be able to create a temporary account in the checkout process.
If you would like help, email the Continuing Education Office or call 410-777-2325.
The School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development offices located in CALT 115 will be CLOSED from June 7 through June 27. The Continuing Education registration desk will be temporarily located in the Student Services Center (SSVC), first floor on the main Arnold campus.
Visit our campus map to locate these offices.
Upon registering for your course, regularly check your MyAACC account and AACC email for class and general updates from the college. Due to FERPA regulations, all official college communications must be sent to your AACC student email. This includes class cancellation and waitlist notifications. For assistance accessing MyAACC, visit our email instructional page or contact the Technical Service Desk. For Spanish translation, visit our translated webpage.
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