Prepare for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam with content review, practice questions, and strategies for multiple-choice questions, pacing, and test anxiety.
Course Snapshot
| Format | Registration Fee | Schedule | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live Online | $1,895 |
Next session coming in 2027. Join the interest list to be notified when enrollment opens. |
SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exam preparation, HR knowledge review, practice questions, and test-taking strategies |
Course Overview
SHRM Certification Prep+ helps HR professionals prepare for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam through instructor-led review, exam practice, and test-taking support.
Experienced instructors guide learners through the SHRM Certification Prep System. You will review technical HR knowledge, practice multiple-choice question strategies, and build a plan for managing test anxiety.
This course is ideal for professionals preparing to validate their HR knowledge, pursue advancement, or move into a stronger HR role.
Skills You'll Gain
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Prepare to sit for the national SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification exam.
- Review generalist HR knowledge for domestic and global HR functions.
- Use test-taking strategies for multiple-choice exam questions.
- Apply techniques that help manage test anxiety.
- Build a structured plan for exam preparation.
- Clarify whether the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP path matches your experience level.
Tools and Details
Tools You'll Use
- SHRM Certification Prep System.
- Instructor-led content review.
- Practice questions and exam-style review.
- Multiple-choice test-taking strategies.
- Exam readiness planning tools.
- Test anxiety management techniques.
Topics You'll Cover
- SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exam preparation.
- Generalist HR technical knowledge.
- Domestic and global HR functions.
What You'll Walk Away With
- A structured plan for SHRM exam preparation.
- Review of HR knowledge covered on the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams.
- Practice with exam-style questions.
- Test-taking strategies you can use on exam day.
- Clearer understanding of the SHRM credential path that fits your role.
Who Should Enroll
- Professionals performing general HR or HR-related duties.
- Students or career changers pursuing Human Resource Management.
- HR professionals preparing for the SHRM-CP exam.
- Professionals with at least three years of strategic HR or HR-related duties preparing for the SHRM-SCP exam.
- SHRM-CP credential holders who have held the credential for at least three years and are working in, or moving toward, a strategic HR role.
The USF Difference
Approved SHRM Provider
Prepare through a course offered by an approved SHRM provider.
Instructor-Led Exam Prep
Experienced instructors guide you through content review, practice questions, and exam strategy.
Targeted Test-Taking Support
Build strategies for multiple-choice questions, pacing, and test anxiety management.
Career-Relevant Credential Prep
Prepare for a credential recognized across the human resources field.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there pre-requisites for the SHRM Certification Prep+ course?
There are no requirements to take the SHRM Certification Prep+ course. However, it is suggested that you confirm you qualify to take the exam before you register for the course.
How do I know if I qualify to sit for the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exam?
The SHRM website posts the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exam eligibility you can use to verify your readiness.
What is the difference between the HR Essentials Career Accelerator Certificate and the SHRM Certification Prep+ course?
For more than 30 years, USF has provided HR training and professional development to help professionals build skills, advance their careers, and stay current in an evolving field.
The SHRM Certification Prep+ course is designed for HR professionals who are ready to take the next step and prepare for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification exam. It provides focused preparation for professionals pursuing a nationally recognized SHRM credential.
If you are newer to HR, transitioning into the field, or want to strengthen or refresh your HR knowledge before pursuing certification, the HR Essentials Career Accelerator Certificate may be the better place to start. It builds practical HR knowledge while introducing current topics such as AI, analytics, and business focused decision making.
Start where you are and keep building. HR Essentials can help establish or strengthen your foundation, while SHRM Certification Prep+ can help you prepare for the next milestone in your HR career.
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