SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Test Prep
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is an organization of more than 300,000 human resource professionals in 165 countries which impacts the lives of more than 115 million workers and families globally.
SHRM has established two behavioral competency-based certifications: SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). Earning these credentials make you a recognized expert and leader in human resources. To find out which certification is right for you, visit the SHRM website, SHRM.org.
Effective preparation is key to passing the SHRM certification exams. The UWM SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Test Prep course is an intensive thirteen-week program that gives you a coach, a strategy, a structure and the support you need to be successful.
This course includes:
- SHRM Learning System for SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP
- Four monthly live online, interactive evening classes
- Additional live online review sessions
- A curated collection of study tools, templates and articles on critical HR topics
- Practice tests with interactive review
- A team comprised of the instructor-coach and fellow HR professionals driving toward a mutual goal
Learn more about this course and get your questions answered by registering for the free Information Session – SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Test Prep.
Invest in yourself. Invest in your future.
Instructor
Bill Jackson has worked in the field of human resources for almost 20 years, with experience spanning talent acquisition, employee relations, total rewards and learning and development. He specializes in organizational design/development, talent management, strategy planning/alignment, DEI and continuous improvement. ... read more
Who Should Attend
This course is designed primarily for individuals seeking SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification.
Certification is a great choice for HR professionals who want to:
- Increase their knowledge
- Advance their skills
- Earn recognition from the global community
Advance your career. For those not seeking certification, the SHRM Learning System for SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP course provides a comprehensive and accelerated option for professional development. Participants gain a generalist viewpoint, refresh key ideas and concepts, strengthen their understanding of core HR competencies and increase productivity.
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
- Gain one-on-one guidance from a SHRM-certified instructor to help you
comprehend and learn to apply your new HR knowledge. - Maximize your studies with the proven 2022 SHRM Learning System that
dynamically adjusts to student interaction and unique knowledge gaps. - Acquire the knowledge and understand the behavioral competencies you need to prepare to pass the exam.
- Network and collaborate with peers to share real-life examples and bring HR knowledge and competencies to life.
- Stay on track to earn your certification with a structured learning experience and valuable instructor/class support.
Course Outline/Topics
Week One
- Introduction
- HR Competencies
- Talent Acquisition and Retention
Week Two
- Talent Acquisition and Retention
- Employee Engagement
Week Three
- Learning and Development
- Total Rewards
Week Four
- Total Rewards
- Organizational Effectiveness and Development
Week Five
- Structure of the HR Function
- Workforce Management
Week Six
- Employee Relations
- Technology and Data
Week Seven
- Technology and Data
- HR in the Global Context
Week Eight
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Risk Management
Week Nine
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- U.S. Employment Laws and Regulations
Week Ten
- U.S. Employment Laws and Regulations
Week Eleven
- Business and HR Strategy
Week Twelve
- Review
Week Thirteen
- Final Exam and Discussion
Prerequisites
See SHRM.org for certification requirements and eligibility to take SHRM certification exams.
In general, these requirements include:
- SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification applicants must show that they have worked in an HR role for more than 1,000 hours within a calendar year, which equates to one year of experience.
- HR experience may be in an HR-exempt or nonexempt capacity.
- SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification applicants with a graduate degree (or global equivalency) in HR must currently be employed in an HR role.
- HR experience may be classified directly as working in an HR role or indirectly by consulting, educating or researching HR practices linked specifically to human resource management.
- SHRM membership is not required.
Testimonials
"I passed! All I could hear was Bill’s voice in my head during the test. Thank you very much for helping me prepare and pass!
" — Beverlyn Gonzalez, Human Resources Representative, New Berlin Plastics, 2023
"This was the right choice for me to stay on track and help guide my studying! In-person would have been great but I like the flexibility of the online class.
I really enjoyed the group setting. I feel like it helped me stay on track with my studying. Going over all the resources was helpful because there was so much and it was easy to overlook/miss …. Also, I did pass the test! So overall, very happy about everything :)." — Jessica Jones, RJ Schinner Co, Spring 2022
"I strongly feel that this course and the instructor set me up for success in being able to pass the exam." — Kristen Forseth - LiveWire/Harley-Davidson, Spring 2022
SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP: Standard of Excellence in HR
Date: Sept 24-Dec 17, 2024
Delivery Method: Combined Online
Live Online
Date: 4 Tue, Sept 24-Dec 17, 2024
Time: 6-9pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Course-Paced Online
Available: Sept 24-Dec 17, 2024
Platform: Canvas
Instructor: Bill Jackson MBA, SHRM-SCP
Fee: $1,450
CEUs: 3.9
Enrollment Limit: 25
Program Number: 5040-16163
Note: This course meets 4 Tues., 9/24, 10/22, 11/19, 12/17 from 6:00-9:00pm CT. With additional 1-hour review sessions TBD.
For more details, please attend the free information session on Aug 27, 2024, 5:30-7pm. The link to the free information session can be found above.
Registration Deadline: Sept 23, 2024
Registration deadline has passed.Date: Feb 18-May 13, 2025
Delivery Method: Combined Online
Live Online
Date: 4 Tue, Feb 18-May 13, 2025
Time: 6-9pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Course-Paced Online
Available: Feb 18-May 13, 2025
Platform: Canvas
Instructor: Bill Jackson MBA, SHRM-SCP
Fee:
$1,295 by Feb 4, 2025
$1,450 after Feb 4, 2025
CEUs: 3.9
Enrollment Limit: 25
Program Number: 5040-16164
Note: This course meets 4 Tues., 2/18, 3/18, 4/15, 5/13 from 6:00-9:00pm CT. With additional 1-hour review sessions TBD.
For more details, please attend the free information session on Jan 21, 2025, 5:30-7pm. The link to the free information session can be found above.
Registration Deadline: Feb 17, 2025