The SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential is for individuals who perform general HR and HR-related duties at work; or for those pursuing a career in Human Resource Management. SHRM certification is the only HR certification offered by the world’s largest HR membership organization.
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.
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 or a degree from an Academically Aligned program is recommended.
The SHRM-CP exam is designed to assess the competency level of HR at the operational level. This level includes implementing policies, supporting day-to-day HR functions, or serving as an HR point of contact for staff and stakeholders.
SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
SHRM-CP Exam Summary:
| Exam Name | SHRM Certified Professional |
| Exam Code | SHRM-CP |
| Exam Fee | USD $410 |
| Application Fee | USD $510 |
| Exam Duration | 220 Minutes |
| Number of Questions | 134 |
| Passing Score | Pass / Fail (200 Scaled Score) |
| Format | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Schedule Exam | PROMETRIC |
| Sample Questions | SHRM-CP Exam Sample Questions and Answers |
| Practice Exam | SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) Practice Test |
SHRM Certified Professional Syllabus Topics:
| Behavioural COMPETENCY CLUSTERS | ITEM TYPE |
| Leadership (17%) | Situational Judgment (40%) |
| Business (16.5%) | Foundational Knowledge (10%) |
| Interpersonal (16.5%) | |
| HR KNOWLEDGE DOMAINS | ITEM TYPE |
| People (18%) | HR-Specific Knowledge (50%) |
| Organization (18%) | |
| Workplace (14%) |
