SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP Exam Study and Preparation
Embrace the Fourth Industrial Revolution with SHRM Certification. Elevate your HR expertise, lead strategically, and gain global recognition for your behavioral competencies and technical knowledge.
The SHRM-SCP (SHRM Senior Certified Professional) is SHRM’s credential for HR professionals in strategic roles: developing HR policy and directing the HR function. It requires at least three years of strategic-level HR work. The SHRM-CP is its counterpart for operational roles, and SHRM also offers both exams in Arabic at Prometric test centers in the region. In ten live online days, this course prepares you for either exam, in English or Arabic.
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The SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams are primarily experience-based and, therefore, this course lays great emphasis on how the course content applies to the workplace. This is mainly accomplished through:
- Introducing SHRM’s definitions of the exam functional areas and providing relevant examples that demonstrate how the concepts apply in real life
- Featuring relevant examples of exam concepts as they are practiced in the field or as they may appear on the exam
Providing review questions that are designed to test your knowledge, whilst placing you into the workplace, requiring that you use critical thinking skills to apply what you read and learn Furthermore, and as you prepare for the exams, this course will follow the content focus of the exams, which is divided into behavioral competencies, technical competencies, and functional areas; that are further sorted into clusters and sub-competencies.
The course is organized into five main parts:
- Preparing for the Exams In this part, you will find a review of the exam certification process and take a closer look at the exam Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge (SHRM BASK).
Understanding Human Resource Competencies In this part, we break down the various competencies that are reviewed in the content areas. This includes a look at the differences between the behavioral competencies & the domains of knowledge competencies (also called technical expertise), which are broken down into HR functional areas.
The People Knowledge Domain This part takes a deep dive into the functional areas related to the workers we trust to achieve organizational goals.
The Workplace Knowledge Domain The competencies of the workplace focuses on the internal & external environments of work & how workplace practices affect achieving organizational results. It is in this part that SHRM’s behavioral competencies are introduced.
The Organization Knowledge Domain This part’s major focus is on the structures and relationships that drive organizational behavior and successful strategies.
Finally, this course will support you with a wealth of interactive online learning tools, aids and resources that will further help you prepare for the certification exams-and increase your chances of passing them the first time! These tools will include, among other things, the following:
- Sample Tests
- Flashcards
- Glossary of Key Terms and Definitions
By the end, participants will be able to
How it runs
A balanced approach including PowerPoint presentation, facilitated discussion, practical case studies, group-based activities and a wealth of individual exercises will ensure the direct transfer of skills, information and relevant practical experience as well as show you how to pass this exam, first time around. Course presentation and delivery language may be English, Arabic or bilingual, in accordance with participants’ general preferences, comfort and ability levels.
Who should attend
HR professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge, skills, and leadership abilities, and earn a globally recognized credential focused on behavioral competencies and technical HR expertise.
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What are SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP?
They are the two HR certifications from SHRM, the Society for Human Resource Management. SHRM-CP (SHRM Certified Professional) is for people whose HR work is mainly operational. SHRM-SCP (SHRM Senior Certified Professional) is for HR leaders in strategic roles, such as developing HR policies, directing an HR function or aligning HR strategy with organizational goals. Both exams are built on the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge (SHRM BASK) and test behavioral competencies as well as HR knowledge.
How long is the course, and how is it delivered?
Ten days over two weeks, delivered live online.
Does the course earn SHRM professional development credits (PDCs)?
No. The course does not carry SHRM PDCs.
Who can sit the SHRM-CP exam?
According to SHRM, candidates do not need an HR title, a degree or previous HR experience to apply. A basic working knowledge of HR is recommended.
Who can sit the SHRM-SCP exam?
SHRM requires at least three years of strategic-level HR or HR-related work, with at least 1,000 hours a year. SHRM-CP holders who have held the credential for three years and work in a strategic role can also apply.
What is the exam format?
Both exams have 134 questions, a mix of knowledge items and situational judgment items, with four hours of total seat time. SHRM delivers them by computer through its testing vendor, Prometric.
How do I keep the credential?
SHRM credentials are renewed every three years, either by earning 60 professional development credits in the cycle or by retaking the exam.
Exam details are set by SHRM and can change. Check SHRM’s website before you apply.
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