SHRM Certification Exam Preparation
You've committed to investing in your career — now, maximize your chance of success. Leverage essential resources designed to help you pass your SHRM certification exam and elevate your HR practice.
Ignite Your Success with the SHRM BASK®
Build a rock-solid foundation for your SHRM certification with the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge® (the SHRM BASK). This globally recognized competency framework defines the 14 functional areas and eight behavioral competencies essential for HR success. It serves as the blueprint for both the SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® exams and the SHRM Certification Prep System.
SHRM Certification Prep System — formerly known as the SHRM Learning System
Gain a decisive advantage with the SHRM Certification Prep System, the premier resource for SHRM certification exam preparation. Available in self-study, instructor-led, and team learning formats, it offers the flexibility you need to succeed.
Maximize Your Success with the Perfect Pairing
Supercharge your chances of passing the SHRM certification exam by combining the SHRM BASK with the SHRM Certification Prep System. Together, they deliver a comprehensive, structured approach, ensuring you master the critical knowledge and skills needed to succeed.
Candidates who use both are:
42%
more likely to pass the
SHRM-CP exam
44%
more likely to pass the
SHRM-SCP exam
- Self-Study
- Instructor-Led Learning
- Prepare My Team
Self-Study
The SHRM Certification Prep System is the most comprehensive resource for SHRM certification exam preparation. The self-study option is ideal for those who prefer to learn on their own schedule or who are on a budget.
Optimize Your Study Time
Choose a target exam date, complete pretests to determine your current gaps, then follow your customized study path. Your personalized plan identifies topics requiring in-depth study or just a quick review. As you progress, your plan will continue to assess your needs and evolve to optimize your study time.
Study with Interactive Tools
Test and reinforce your knowledge with more than 2,700 practice questions and a wide range of engaging tools, including short videos, audio segments, and quizzes. Conclude your studies with a practice exam that features questions previously used on actual SHRM certification exams.
A Proven Study System
The SHRM Certification Prep System is proven to help candidates understand and apply the required material for certification. Research shows that candidates who use the SHRM Certification Prep System in conjunction with the SHRM BASK® achieve significantly higher pass rates.
Additional savings are available for groups of two or more. Contact Colin.Moylan@shrm.org or call +1.651.905.2617 for details.
SHRM Certification Prep+ (Instructor-Led Learning)
SHRM Certification Prep+ is ideal for those who benefit from a structured, guided experience with a live, SHRM-certified instructor. Offered year-round in classroom, virtual, and hybrid formats, SHRM Certification Prep+ includes the SHRM Certification Prep System. The curriculum is grounded in the SHRM BASK®, reinforced by the SHRM Certification Prep System, and delivered in an engaging, interactive learning environment that promotes accountability and knowledge retention.
SHRM-led Courses
Led by a SHRM-certified instructor, these courses provide more than just a content review. It’s a structured, supportive space to explore the SHRM BASK®, test your knowledge, and connect with peers. You’ll engage in an interactive classroom, apply concepts through real-world scenarios, and measure your progress.
SHRM Education Partner Courses
Explore more than 275 SHRM-approved partners that offer SHRM Certification Prep+ near you. You'll learn from an expert SHRM-certified instructor, network with peers, and benefit from a structured schedule either virtually or in person.
Interested in Becoming an Education Partner?
SHRM is always looking for qualified partners to offer SHRM Certification Prep+ courses around the world.
Interested in Becoming an Instructor with a SHRM Education Partner?
Help HR professionals prepare for the SHRM certification exam by teaching an in-person or virtual instructor-led course.
Prepare My Team with SHRM Certification Prep+
Bring SHRM Certification Prep+ to your organization for onsite or virtual training. Equip your staff with a unified, structured learning experience led by SHRM-certified instructors, fostering a shared HR language, collaboration, and consistency.
Empower your team to achieve SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP success and drive organizational excellence.
Easy Implementation
Launch your training successfully with our team’s support. We handle all the details and help find the best solution for your organization’s unique needs.
Maximize ROI
Optimize your team investment with training that fits your budget and has a measurable impact on your organization’s bottom line.
Team Engagement
Empower your employees to tackle new HR challenges with confidence. SHRM training boosts morale, increases productivity, and elevates your team’s skills.
Flexible Options
SHRM Certification Prep+ courses, taught by SHRM-certified instructors, are available in person, virtually, or as a hybrid of both. We can also provide instructor materials for in-house training or student materials for staff to study independently.
Who Is Using SHRM Certification Prep+
Leading organizations, including many Fortune 500 companies, have successfully integrated SHRM Certification Prep+ into their training programs, fostering a unified HR approach.
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Take Your Exam Prep to the Next Level with Additional Study Aids
Elevate your readiness with the Ace Your Certification Exam Study Guide and SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP Workbooks — valuable add-ons to the SHRM Certification Prep System.
These essential tools, packed with exclusive practice questions, complement the SHRM Certification Prep System by deepening your understanding, enhancing your test-taking skills, and building the confidence you need to excel on exam day.
