SHRM Certification Exam Prep: Essential Steps for HR Pros

About this course

2025 updates:As of January 18th, 2025 your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam must be taken in person at an authorized Prometric testing center.SHRM has updated the SHRM BASK to update the label for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). It's been replaced with Inclusion and Diversity (I&D)As many Human Resources professionals look to begin the long and challenging journey of becoming SHRM-certified, they often become overwhelmed with the process. Some jump right into studying even before understanding the basics. This results in wasted time, frustration, and often failure.This course provides the necessary foundation to know how to best prepare for your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam. By taking this course, not only do you learn the most efficient ways to get started, but also the fundamental information you need to prepare properly.This course provides an interpretation of the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge, including an overview of the 9 Behavioral Competencies and 14 Functional Areas.You will also learn about the most important (and underrated) concept when preparing for the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exam… the SHRM BASK Proficiency Indicators. These indicators are the key to understanding what you are expected to know and do as either a SHRM Certified Professional or SHRM Senior Certified Professional.In addition, this course shares practical study tips, efficient preparation guidance, and expert advice from Christina Danforth, the co-owner of HR Jetpack (an official SHRM Education Partner). The advice and guidance comes from years of working with experts and students who have passed their SHRM exam.Course Learning Objectives:Understand the entire SHRM Certification Process (application to recertification)Describe the differences between the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP examsName and define the competencies covered in the SHRM BASKSelect the prepara