SHRM Essentials of Human Resources Management Knowledge of HR essentials can make you a better manager, protect your company from needless litigation, and help advance your career. In cooperation with the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), this course covers real-life HR issues including employment law, selecting qualified employees, compensation, the employee performance process, and much more. Earn a Certificate of Completion from SHRM and earn 1.5 CEUs. Cost of class includes required textbook.