SHRM Exam Preparation

The spring 2023 schedule for the SHRM exam prep is as follows:

• February 6: Course Kickoff and Initial Assessment (virtual)
• February 13: HR Competencies (virtual)
• February 20: HR Competencies (virtual)
• February 27: HR Strategies (virtual)
• March 6: Talent Acquisition (virtual)
• March 13: Employee Engagement and Retention / Learning and Development (virtual)
• March 20: Total Rewards (virtual)
• April 3: Structure of the HR Function / Organizational Effectiveness and Development (virtual)
• April 10: Workforce Management / Employee and Labor Relations (virtual)
• April 17: Managing a Global Workforce / Risk Management (virtual)
• April 24: U.S. Employment Law and Regulations (virtual)
• May 1: Technology Management / Corporate Social Responsibility (virtual)
• May 8: Practice Exam Questions, Case Studies, and Terminology (virtual)
• May 15: Final Exam (in person at the College of Charleston at WestEdge) (three-hour session from 5:30–8:30 p.m.)
• May 22: Final Exam Review (virtual or in person)

Times will be from 6:00–8:00 p.m. unless otherwise specified. Please refer to the instructor for the final schedule.

The course registration deadline is January 30 to allow for time for recipients to receive study materials prior to the first day of class on February 6. If you would like to register after the deadline, please contact us directly regarding availability.

The majority of our SHRM exam prep sessions will be held virtually with an in-person final exam and a final exam review to be held virtually or in person. Virtual sessions will be conducted through Zoom and in-person sessions will be held at the College of Charleston.

Achieving accreditation was important to SHRM because it provides SHRM-certified professionals and their employers with the assurance that SHRM's credentials meet the high standards expected and needed to advance the HR profession.

Increase your earning potential

• HR professionals who pass the SHRM certification exam report earning salaries 7%-9% higher than peers who do not.

Get promoted

• 71% of HR executives agree that SHRM certification increases the likelihood of obtaining a promotion in HR*.

Gain credibility

• 82% of HR executives agree that SHRM certification increases the overall credibility of your HR department*.

The SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certifications are built upon the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ ( SHRM BASK)* which is more than an exam outline. It defines the standards for the 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 nine behavioral competencies and 14 functional areas that every HR professional should know.

If you'd like more information on the certification exam, please visit SHRMcertification.org.

* In 2022, SHRM updated the Body of Competency and Knowledge (SHRM BoCK) to become the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge (SHRM BASK) to reflect the evolution of the HR profession.

This course is designed for those who wish to combine self-study using the SHRM Learning System® with facilitated and structured guidance from a SHRM-certified instructor to help prepare for and pass the challenging certification exam. You will also be joining a local HR network of peers to share real-life examples and bring HR knowledge and competencies to life.

If you have already earned the SHRM Certification, you can obtain up to 36 professional development credits (if you are attending this program for professional development only).

No. The SHRM Learning System® is included with this program. There are no additional costs.

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

• 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 2,500 practice questions
• 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

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

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

Once you register, the College will send you your study materials (print and online).

The course covers four learning modules based on the SHRM Body of Applied Skills & Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™). The SHRM BASK is used to define the content areas of the SHRM certification exams.