IMC Recognized by SHRM to Offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRMCP® or SHRM-SCP® Recertification Activities

Central PA – The Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC), Inc. is thrilled to announce its recent
recognition by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) as a SHRM
Recertification General Provider. IMC is now authorized to offer Professional Development
Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.
As a SHRM Recertification General Provider, IMC’s SHRM approved training programs will
qualify for SHRM Professional Development Credits. These credits are specifically designed to
enhance HR knowledge and competency in alignment with the SHRM Body of Applied Skills
and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
Dennis Gilbert, President of IMC, expressed his enthusiasm about this recognition, stating, “IMC
is excited that our approved training programs and events will be able to provide SHRM
Professional Development Credits to our manufacturing clients. Small and mid-sized
businesses, including manufacturing, face a special challenge in attracting, selecting,
onboarding, engaging, and retaining workers today, and IMC continues to add programs and
services to assist our clients in addressing these concerns, including our 5 Module webinar
series, ‘Meeting the HR Challenge.'”
IMC, a public-private partnership, is dedicated to enhancing Central Pennsylvania’s
manufacturing community through innovation, productivity, and profitable growth to drive
economic impact. The center’s experts collaborate with Central Pennsylvania manufacturers in
various areas, including human resources, continuous improvement, quality assurance, product
development, marketing, sales, and more.
For media inquiries or further information, please contact:
Dennis Gilbert, President, Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC), Inc.
About IMC: The Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC), Inc. is a public-private partnership
committed to fostering growth and innovation within Central Pennsylvania’s manufacturing
community. IMC’s range of expertise includes human resources, continuous improvement,
quality assurance, product development, marketing, sales, and more. Through collaborative
efforts, IMC aims to drive economic impact and sustainability for manufacturers in the region.
Founded in 1988, IMC connects manufacturers in 12 Pennsylvania counties with the most
effective regional, state and national resources to help them innovate, grow and prosper. IMC
is supported through the U.S. Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and
Technology’s Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership and the Pennsylvania Department
of Community and Economic Development’s Industrial Resource Center program. IMC serves
manufacturers in Bedford, Blair, Centre, Clinton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lycoming, Mifflin,
Montour, Northumberland, Snyder and Union counties.
About SHRM: The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is a leading professional
organization dedicated to advancing the practice of human resource management. SHRM
provides resources, tools, and networking opportunities to HR professionals globally, aiming to
elevate the HR profession and contribute to organizational success.