ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
SHRM-Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
HR professionals who implement policies and strategies, serve as point of contact for staff and stakeholders, deliver HR services, and perform operational HR functions, should take the SHRM-CP exam.
SHRM-CP ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- 0-2 years of experience (including final year students).
- Candidates for the SHRM-CP certification are not required to hold an HR title and do not need a degree or previous HR experience to apply; however, a basic working knowledge of HR practices and principles is recommended.
Exam Format and Length
- Computer-based experience.
- Up to 3 hours anh 40 minutes.
- 134 questions (80 knowledge items/54 situational judgment items).
SHRM- Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
HR professionals who develop strategies, lead the HR function, foster influence in the community, analyze performance metrics, and align HR strategies to organizational goals, should take the SHRM-SCP exam.
SHRM-SCP ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- At least 3 years performing strategic level HR/HR-related duties, or
- SHRM-CP credential holders who have held the credential for at least 3 years and are working in, or are in the process of transitioning to, a strategic level role.
Exam Format and Length
- Computer-based experience.
- Up to 3 hours and 40 minutes.
- 134 questions (80 knowledge items/54 situational judgment items).
Extended Regulations
- More than 1,000 hours in a calendar year does not equate to more than 1 year of experience.
- Part-time work qualifies as long as the 1,000-hour per calendar year standard is met.
- Experience may be either salaried or hourly.
2024 - 2025 SHRM-CP AND SHRM-SCP EXAM SCHEDULE
EARLY-BIRD DEADLINE
| EXAM | Applications Accepted |
Exam Fees |
|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2024 - July 15, 2024 |
Sunday, March 17, 2024 | $435 (Non-SHRM Member) $335 (SHRM Member) |
| December 1, 2024 - February 15, 2025 |
Wednesday, September 11,2024 | $435 (Non-SHRM Member) $335 (SHRM Member) |
STANDARD DEADLINE
| EXAM | Applications Accepted |
Exam Fees |
|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2024 - July 15, 2024 |
Friday, April 19, 2024 | $510 (Non-SHRM Member) $410 (SHRM Member) |
| December 1, 2024 - February 15, 2025 |
Saturday, November 9, 2024 | $510 (Non-SHRM Member) $410 (SHRM Member) |
EXAM FEES
Fees for the two certifications SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP include the following items:
| Exam Fees | Fees for SHRM Members | General Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Fees | $335 | $435 |
| Document Processing Fee (Non refundable) | $50 (included in the application fee) |
$50 (included in the application fee) |
| Late submission fee (non-refundable) | $50 | $50 |
| Retest fee | Full Exam Fee | Full Exam Fee |