SHRM Certification Prep

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Certification Prep

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SHRM-CP™ & SHRM-SCP™

EARN THE NEW STANDARD IN HR CERTIFICATION

CSUDH's instructor-led SHRM program is conducted live online, using Zoom and the Blackboard Learning Management System. Live virtual class sessions will be conducted at the day/time indicated in the program schedule. Attendance and participation via Zoom at all class sessions is required.

See how to access Blackboard and Zoom, as well as system requirements ►

The Program

SHRM's global HR credentials, SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP, offer growth, advancement and recognition. These credentials are based on extensive global research involving employers, academics, and practicing HR professionals at all levels to ensure they maintain an industry-leading level of excellence and relevance in this ever-evolving profession.

By becoming SHRM certified, you prove your knowledge, competency and value to colleagues and to employers looking for a competitive edge in today's global economy. Wherever your career takes you, your SHRM certification will define you as an HR expert and leader.

Ensure you're prepared with our course designed for SHRM credential candidates. Expand and test your knowledge and practical, real-life competencies in areas critical for HR career success.

This intensive 12-week/36-hour program combines expert instruction with the SHRM Learning System®, so you will learn faster, retain more knowledge and stay on track for success on the exam.

Why Enroll in Our SHRM Prep Course...

Offered in partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the curriculum provided in the SHRM Learning System is designed by global subject matter experts and covers the entire SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™).

The SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certifications are built upon the SHRM BASK which is more than an exam outline. It defines the standards for knowledge, strategies and competencies required for effective HR professionals around the world. 

To maintain this level of excellence and relevancy, SHRM brought together some of the best minds in the HR profession to define eight behavioral competencies and 15 functional areas that every HR professional should know. 

Throughout the program HR professionals are encouraged to acquire the Applied Skills and Knowledge they'll need to effectively perform their jobs and achieve career success. Our course is designed to help you learn and retain the material effectively and efficiently by combining the best exam preparation system with expert instruction and peer discussion. 

CSUDH's SHRM Prep program offers you a preparation course to help meet your needs and increase your success on the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams.

Benefits to You

You'll benefit from:

• An experienced, SHRM-certified instructor.
• The SHRM Learning System, historically ranked the #1 HR certification prep tool.
• Ability to acquire the knowledge and understand the behavioral competencies to help you prepare for the exam.
• A structured learning experience that keeps you on track.
• Opportunities to network and learn from your peers.
• Eligibility for tuition reimbursement.
• Earning up to 36 professional development credits (PDCs) if you are attending this program for professional development only.

Benefits to Your Employer

Certification benefits your entire organization:

• It demonstrates that your HR professionals have mastered the application of HR technical and behavioral competencies.
• Certification prepares your HR staff to assume greater leadership roles and contribute to the strategic direction of your organization.
• Exam preparation helps HR professionals bring new ideas to your organization that will help drive success.
• It helps create a common HR language that optimizes consistency and effectiveness.
• Certification is relevant worldwide, as exams cover the global SHRM BASK™.

Who Should Attend

Our certification preparation course is designed primarily for individuals seeking SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification. Certification is a great choice for HR professionals who want to:

• Increase their knowledge
• Advance their skills
• Earn recognition from the global community

Eligibility Requirements 

• To be eligible for the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams, you must meet specific educational and work experience criteria at the time you submit your application. 
• For details on eligibility requirements, visit https://shrmcertification.org/eligibility.  

Advance Your Career

Not sure about certification, but still want to improve your HR skills to meet the demands of today’s world of work? Then CSUDH’s SHRM Prep Course could be the perfect fit for you. The course provides a comprehensive and accelerated option for professional development. Participants gain a generalist viewpoint, refresh key ideas and concepts, strengthen their understanding of core behavior and technical competencies, and increase productivity in the workplace.

Study Tools

SHRM Learning System Product Highlights

Preparation Tools Designed for Success

The SHRM Learning System is the official SHRM certification prep tool. This interactive roadmap delivers the most comprehensive, flexible, and effective SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exam preparation. 

Designed using a proven approach for teaching adult learners, this system helps you understand, apply, and engage with behavioral competencies and HR Knowledge. Online learning modules, based on the SHRM BASK, and interactive study tools, are incorporated into the study process to test your knowledge and decision-making skills. 

There’s no better way to successfully prepare for the SHRM certification exams.  

As an official SHRM Education Partner, we are able to build our course on the SHRM Learning System, giving you access to the most effective and up-to-date exam preparation tools available. 

• Effective and proven. Candidates who use the SHRM Learning System consistently beat the average exam pass rate. 
• One source for knowledge and application. All the study tools you need to learn, reinforce, and test your knowledge. 
• Most current and relevant. The SHRM Learning System has been updated to align with the SHRM BASK. 
• Convenient 24/7 online access to your study tools from any mobile device, tablet, or computer. 

View SHRM Learning System Product Details and Features►

A Course Designed for Your Success 

This course combines expert instruction with the most comprehensive and effective way to prepare for success on your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam. The interactive SHRM Learning System provides a roadmap to guide your studies through the entire SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™) which provides the foundation for both SHRM certification exams. 

• Study According to Your Lifestyle 

• • Online eReader and downloadable ePublications are both included 
  • Printed books can be purchased if that's your preferred reading experience 
  • At home or on-the-go, the SHRM Learning System is portable and convenient 
  • 24/7 access to all the materials so you can study when it fits in your schedule 

• Build Your Knowledge and Confidence with Practice Questions 

• • More than 2500 practice questions 
  • Pretest, Quizzes, Post-test, and Practice Exam are included 
  • Practice Exam is made up of questions that were previously used on actual SHRM certification exams 

• Keep on Track with Your Personal Dashboard 

• • Track your progress in relation to your exam date 
  • Quickly see completed tasks, scores, and recommended next steps 
  • Easily navigate to your next area of study 
  • Review areas you’ve already completed to retain learning 

• Access Important Testing Resources, Right at Your Fingertips 

• • SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™), which provides the foundation for both the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams 
  • SHRM Certification Handbook 
  • “Ace Your SHRM Certification Exam” Guide 

• Easily Navigate Through Three Steps to Success 

• • 1-ASSESS: Take the Pretest to evaluate your knowledge gaps 
  • 2-STUDY: Study the topics and use the online tools to close your gaps 
  • 3-PASS:  Prepare for success on your exam by completing the Post-test and Practice Exam 

Costs

The cost for the course includes the SHRM Learning System® print modules, access to the Online Learning Center, including a wealth of supplemental study materials, and 36 hours of instructor-led classroom instruction. Please see the schedule/costs page for the latest cost information. 

You may qualify for tuition reimbursement from your employer. Pursuing your career goals can be particularly challenging right now. To help support you, here are a few ideas for funding your certification journey. 

• Check with your employer to see if funding options, such as tuition reimbursement, are available.  
• Download our “Approach Your Boss” toolkit to help you get the conversation started. 

 There are no refunds after the first class or after the course material has been activated.

Registration deadlines apply: see program schedule.