Description

As many Human Resources professionals look to begin the long and challenging journey of becoming SHRM-certified, they often become overwhelmed with the process. Some jump right into studying even before understanding the basics.

It is recommended to spend 80-100 hours studying for the SHRM Certification Exam. These practice tests will help gauge your preparation for your upcoming exam. See what areas you are still weak in and spend time focusing in on them.

Exam Format

  • 134 Multiple choice (80 knowledge items and 54 situational judgement items, of which 24 are field test items)

  • 50%: HR Specific Knowledge – Key concept topics associated with the 15 HR functional areas

  • 40%: Situational Judgement – Choose the best strategy to address issues in a given work-related scenario

  • 10%: Leadership – Key foundational topics related to the 8 behavioral competencies

  • Field test items do not count to score

The testing schedule is as follows:

  • Confidentiality Reminder – 2 minutes

  • Introduction and tutorial – 8 minutes

  • Exam Section 1 – Up to 1 hour and 50 minutes *

  • Exam Section 2 – Up to 1 hour and 50 minutes

  • Survey – 5 minutes

* Candidates may take one optional 15-minute break. SHRM recommends the candidate take a break only if needed and before ending Section 1 if time remains in Section 1. Otherwise, take a break after Section 2 starts. The clock will not stop during the optional break.

What You Will Learn!

  • Prepare for their SHRM-CP certification
  • Review practice test questions similar to what you will see on the exam
  • Dive into the SHRM sub competencies
  • Resources to improve studying

Who Should Attend!

  • Specifically HR professionals studying for the SHRM-CP exam
  • HR professionals looking for HR Certification Study Prep Materials