SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP Certification Preparation

Intended Audience
Individuals seeking additional support as they prepare to take the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP Exam.

Program Overview

This comprehensive program, led by a SHRM-certified HR practitioner, will help prepare you to earn your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification. You will experience a detailed review of the current SHRM Body of Competency & Knowledge™ (SHRM BoCK™). During your learning experience, your expert facilitator will build upon the foundation you've already established through your studies, guiding you through interactive discussions, sample test questions and periodic progress checks. You will be able to identify your areas of strength and build on them, and pinpoint areas where you need further concentrated study in preparation for either exam. Your dynamic classroom experience, along with your in-depth study of the SHRM Learning System, will help ensure that you're well-prepared and confident on exam day. 

The SHRM Learning System, combined with a dynamic classroom environment and personalized instruction, will help ensure that you're well-prepared and confident on exam day. 

Program Outline

Features & Benefits

• Led by high experienced and engaging SHRM-certified instructors
• Classroom environment provides networking opportunities
• Outside-the-classroom assignments help reinforce seminar sessions
• Sample test questions and periodic process checks keep you confident in your breadth of knowledge
• The virtual seminar delivery option allows real-time Q&As and chats between virtual seminar participants, providing a dynamic virtual classroom experience
• All virtual classes are recorded in their entirety for viewing at your convenience. 
• One virtual group coaching session led by a SHRM-certified instructor to help guide exam preparations 

NEW! Bonus feature: Test Taking Tips Session

All SHRM Certification Preparation course participants receive access to an exclusive session on test taking tips, covering topics including:

• Overcoming test anxiety
• Studying in a way that leverages your strengths 
• Dispelling popular myths about the exam

Note: Dates and locations are subject to change. 

Before Your Course

Your SHRM Learning System (the printed learning modules) will be delivered before the program begins (approximately one week after you register). Be sure to explore the platform and begin familiarizing yourself with the content, so your instructor can help you build on your foundational knowledge. Act early to maximize your pre-program studies.

• Pre-test to help you assess your current knowledge.
• Dynamic Online modules and tools to reinforce your knowledge.
• Quizzes to check your comprehension and retention.
• Glossary of important terms and definitions with online flashcards.
• Practice exam that includes over 150 retired exam questions

 Already own the 2021 SHRM Learning System? Contact us at 800.283.SHRM (7476) or by clicking here to upgrade to an instructor-led cert prep option.

2021 SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Spring Exam Window

Exam Dates: May 1, 2021 - July 15, 2021

Early-Bird Application Deadline: March 19, 2021

Standard Application Deadline: April 9, 2021

2021 SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Winter Exam Window

Exam Dates: December 1, 2021 - February 15, 2022

Early-Bird Application Deadline: October 15, 2021

Standard Application Deadline: November 9, 2021

Additional Instructor-Led Certification Preparation Options:

• (Abridged delivery focused on test-taking tips) SHRM-CP Power Prep
• (Abridged delivery focused on test-taking tips)SHRM-SCP Power Prep

Attending the SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Preparation Program is NOT a substitute for taking the exam. Be sure to apply to sit for the exam.

Note: SHRM-certified individuals can earn up to 36 PDCs for recertification when attending a SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Preparation program for professional development only.