HMRS 0002 - SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Test Prep
Course Description
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is a global organization of more than 300,000 HR professionals across 165 countries, impacting the lives of over 115 million workers and their families.
To support excellence in the field, SHRM offers two competency-based certifications: SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). Earning one of these credentials positions you as a recognized leader and expert in human resources.
Success on the SHRM certification exams requires focused preparation. UWM’s SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Test Prep course is a comprehensive 13-week program designed to provide the guidance, structure and support you need, along with an experienced coach to help you confidently reach your certification goals.
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.
To find out which certification is right for you, visit the SHRM website, SHRM.org.
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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
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
- Receive personalized coaching from a SHRM-certified instructor to help you understand key concepts and apply your HR knowledge in practical contexts
- Engage with the 2025 SHRM Learning System, designed to analyze your progress and adapt to your unique learning needs and knowledge gaps
- Acquire and comprehend essential HR content while developing the behavioral competencies needed to evaluate scenarios and prepare for exam success
- Collaborate with peers to discuss, illustrate and construct real-world connections that deepen your grasp of HR practices
- Maintain focus and progress toward certification through a structured learning experience that helps you organize, synthesize and reinforce your understanding with support from instructors and classmates
Notes
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Prerequisites
See the SHRM website for full certification requirements and eligibility to take SHRM certification exams.
Here are a few general SHRM certification requirements:
- Candidates for the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certifications are not required to hold an HR title and do not need a degree, though a degree or basic working knowledge of HR practices is recommended.
- The SHRM-CP certification is intended for individuals that perform general HR/HR-related duties, or for currently enrolled students and individuals pursuing a career in Human Resource Management.
- The SHRM-SCP certification is for individuals who have a work history of at least three years performing strategic level HR/HR-related duties; or for SHRM-CP credential holders who have held the credential for at least three years and are working in, or are in the process of transitioning to, a strategic level role.
- 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. Part-time work qualifies and experience may be salaried or hourly.
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Refer to the SHRM BASK® for detailed information on proficiency standards for this credential (i.e., Proficiency Indicators only For All HR Professionals).
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SHRM membership is not required.
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, or earn recognition from the global community.
Those not seeking certification are still encouraged to attend this course as an accelerated option for professional development.
Testimonials
"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
"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