(SHRM-SCP) HR professionals who develop strategies, lead the HR function, foster influence in the community, analyze performance metrics, and align HR strategies to organizational goals, should take the SHRM-SCP exam.
SHRM-SCP Eligibility Requirements
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Less than a Bachelor's Degree* |
HR-Related
Program
6 years in HR role |
Non-HR
Program
7 years in HR role |
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Bachelor's Degree |
HR-Related Degree
4 years in HR role |
Non-HR Degree
5 years in HR role |
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Graduate Degree |
HR-Related Degree
3 years in HR role |
Non-HR Degree
4 years in HR role |
*Less than a bachelor’s degree includes: working toward a bachelor’s degree, associate’s degree, some college, qualifying HR certificate program, high school diploma, or GED. Learn about student eligibility.
Exam Format and Length
- Computer-based experience.
- 4 hours in length.
- 160 questions (95 knowledge items/65 situational judgment items).
Exam Fees
Early-Bird Exam Fee:
SHRM member: $300 USD | Nonmember: $400 USD
Standard Exam Fee:
SHRM member: $375 USD | Nonmember: $475 USD
NEW! Applicants now have the option to test from home through live remote proctoring.
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2021 Spring Testing Window: May 1 - July 15, 2021
January 4, 2021
| Extended to
April 2, 2021
| Extended to April 30, 2021
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2021-2022 Winter Testing Window | December 1, 2021 - February 15, 2022
May 12, 2021
| October 15, 2021
| November 9, 2021
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Please note: The exam application deadlines close at 11:59 PM, ET.