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Your customized study plan optimizes your valuable study time by focusing on your upcoming SHRM Certification exam date and your knowledge gaps, based on a series of pre-tests. As you complete your learning activities, which may include in-depth study or a quick review, you’ll see your study plan update in real time. Helpful and motivating reminders will keep you on track for success.

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