SHRM Certification Preparation
Move Your Career Forward with SHRM Certification. Earning your SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) Certified Professional® (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional® (SHRM-SCP) credential not only deepens your HR expertise but also equips you to drive meaningful change within your organization. Plus, it opens doors to greater earning potential and career progression.
The SHRM Certified Professional course (SHRM 301-0) is offered remotely in September and April. This intensive 36-hour program combines expert instruction with the SHRM Learning System® for SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, so you will learn faster, retain more knowledge and stay on track for success on the exam.
| Spring 2025 | Registration opens: |
|---|---|
| SHRM 301-0 SHRM Certified Professional | February 24, 2025 |
I was able to be implement the knowledge gained in the class immediately into my day-to-day work. [The class] changed my thinking to that of business strategy, which is a focus throughout the program. Overall, I feel that my job performance improved and I am now more confident in my decision making, thanks to the excellent foundation gained through this course and my subsequent certification. ”
— Kristin Byrnes, SHRM-CP, Human Resources Manager, The James Hotel
Hear what Tim Sackett, SHRM-SCP and president of HRU Technical Resources, has to say about the importance of SHRM certification in the marketplace.
Benefits To You
|
Benefits To Your Employer
|
HR certification is a great choice for human resource professionals who want to increase their knowledge, advance their skills, and earn recognition from the global community.
SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP Exam Eligibility Requirements
SHRM-CP:
SHRM-SCP:
For more information about the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP credentials visit www.shrmcertification.org.
For those not seeking certification, the SHRM Certified Professional course (SHRM 301-0) provides a comprehensive and accelerated option for professional development. Participants gain a generalist viewpoint, refresh key ideas and concepts, strengthen their understanding of core HR competencies and increase productivity.
Not sure which SHRM course is right for you? Compare programs and find out more.
As part of your course, you will receive the SHRM Learning System for SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP. The curriculum is designed by global subject matter experts and covers the entire SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™).
Comprised of comprehensive learning modules in e-reader format and advanced online resources, these study materials streamline study time, accelerate learning and build confidence for passing the SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP exam.
To earn a "SHRM Certified Professional" certificate from Northwestern University, students are only required to successfully complete the SHRM Certified Professional core course (SHRM 301-0).
The SHRM Essentials of Human Resources (SHRM 201-0) core course is a separate program and is NOT required for this certificate.
Tuition for the SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification preparation program is $1,500. Complete details can be found on the SHRM Certification Preparation Tuition and Financial Aid page.
Instructors for this program have a range of expertise, specializations and work experience. Read about their qualifications on our SHRM Certification Preparation Faculty page.
Read more on the Careers in SHRM Certification Preparation page.
Learn more about our three-course Leadership Certificate.
SPS Enrollment Advisers at Northwestern University School of Professional Studies can be a resource to you for inquiries regarding our certificate programs.
