SHRM Certificate Prep+ Course
Enhance Your HR Journey with SHRM!
Broaden your expertise as an HR professional by mastering the essential skills across key areas that are critical to driving innovation and success in today’s regional and global workforce.
THE PRIMARY BENEFITS OF BECOMING CERTIFIED INCLUDE:
KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCY
With SHRM-CP+ and SHRM-SCP, move beyond just knowing to confidently applying your HR expertise in real-world situations.
RELEVANT
Equipping HR professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to lead in today’s dynamic workplace and tomorrow’s evolving landscape.
GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED
In today’s connected world, SHRM certifications make HR professionals globally recognized and in high demand.
INDUSTRY DEMANDED
These certifications feature the in-demand skills extracted from engaging leaders of organizations of various sizes and sectors across the world.
ACCESSIBLE TO YOU
Affordable, flexible in terms of exam timing, and with accessible eligibility requirements, the SHRM-CP+ and SHRM-SCP are attainable to a diverse HR population around the world.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN – THE SHRM BODY OF KNOWLEDGE
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
Leadership
- Leadership and Navigation
- Ethical Practice
Interpersonal
- Relationship Management
- Communication
- Global Cultural Effectiveness
Business
- Business Acumen
- Consultation
- Critical Evaluation
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
People
- HR Strategic Planning
- Talent Acquisition and Retention
- Employee Engagement & Retention
- Learning & Development
- Total Rewards
Organization
- Structure of the HR Function
- Organizational Effectiveness & Development
- Workforce Management
- Employee & Labor Relations
- Technology Management
Workplace
- HR in the Global Context
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Risk Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Employment Law & Regulations
SHRM CERTIFICATION PREP+ COURSE
HOW DO YOU BECOME A SHRM-CP OR SHRM-SCP?
QUALIFY. ENROLL. APPLY. EXAM. RECERTIFY.
SHRM CERTIFICATION PREP+ COURSE ELIGIBILITY
ARE YOUR ELIGIBLE TO COMPLETE THE SHRM-CP OR SHRM-SCP?
LESS THAN A BACHELOR'S DEGREE
SHRM- CP
3 years in HR role
SHRM- SCP
6 years in HR role
SHRM- CP+
4 years in HR role
SHRM- SCP
7 years in HR role
BACHELOR'S DEGREE
SHRM- CP
1 years in HR role*
SHRM- SCP
4 years in HR role
SHRM- CP+
2 years in HR role
SHRM- SCP
5 years in HR role
GRADUATE DEGREE
SHRM- CP
Currently in HR role **
SHRM- SCP
3 years in HR role
SHRM- CP+
1 year in HR role
SHRM- SCP
4 years in HR role
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER
In today’s fast-changing world, the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP programs provide HR professionals with an accelerated path to refine critical skills, refresh key concepts, and drive meaningful change—ultimately fostering healthier, more productive workplace environments. Participants gain actionable skills and insights that directly enhance their individual productivity and impact.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT IN THE SHRM EXAMS: KEY THINGS TO KNOW
SHRM-CP & SHRM-SCP
Behavioral Competency Cluster
- Leadership 13%
- Business 18.5%
- Interpersonal 18.5%
Technical Knowledge Domains
- People 17%
- Organization 17%
- Workplace 16%
EXAM STRUCTURE AND DURATION
Structure: 134 multiple choice questions (80 stand-alone knowledge-based questions and 54 scenario-based situational judgement items)
Duration: 3 hours 40 minutes
WHEN CAN I TAKE THE EXAM?
Spring Exam Window:
May 1st – July 15th
Winter Testing Window:
December 1st – February 15th
For more information on the examination options and fees, please visit:
Exam Options and Fees – SHRM Certification
Take the exam at any of the convenient locations worldwide. To find a location and time best suited to you visit
www.prometric.com/shrm