Heading an HR Department of One (HRD1) is a daunting task - time is short, resources are limited, and constantly shifting priorities can be a major issue.

HRD1's are expected to think strategically, manage the full spectrum of HR responsibilities, and serve an entire organization, all while keeping up-to-date on everchanging regulations in the employment law landscape.   

By completing the HRD1 program you will gain insight and useful knowledge in the following areas: 

• Use the framework of assess, build, map to create a realistic plan for analyzing and elevating HR in your organization
• Define talent acquisition strategies that attract more quality candidates
• Identify employee development, and employee and engagement strategies that impact employee retention
• Assess your organizational culture and determine the role HR plays in maintaining and shaping culture
• Determine the balance between strategy and operations in your approach to HR
• Describe communication strategies for building effective relationships with business leaders

Austin SHRM Sessions:

Session 1: April 17th, 2026

Session 2: April 24th, 2026

Time: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Cost:  Austin SHRM Member - $1,505.00 / Non-Member - $1,855.00

Professional Development Credits:
10.5 SHRM PDCs from these 2 sessions

Additional PDC's are available by completing these three additional steps that become available once your ASHRM sessions are complete: 
Developing Targeted L&D Solutions (SHRM eLearning course) - 1 PDC

• Gaining Support for HR Initiatives (SHRM eLearning course) - 1.5 PDCs
• Strategies for Success Knowledge Assessment (online, 50 questions) - 4 PDCs

Austin SHRM Sessions: To enhance the learning experience, the HR Department of One program has been divided into two sessions.

Participants must attend both sessions to receive the credential.

“The SHRM HR Department of One Specialty Credential gives you the information and empowerment you need
to take your career to the next level and truly start making a greater impact in your organization.”

Jennifer Currence, MBA, SHRM-SCP, ACC, President, The Currence Group, LLC.