Certify your experience with SHRM!
Entry Requirements:
SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
The SHRM-CP is designed for an HR professional who engages primarily in an operational role (such as implementing policies, serving as the HR point of contact for staff and stakeholders, or performing day-to-day HR functions).
- For individuals performing HR or HR-related duties, or pursuing a career in Human Resources (basic working knowledge in HR is recommended).
- Your current or most recent work in HR is operational in nature (i.e., implements policy, serve as HR day-to-day point person, etc.)
- For individuals whose duties tend to be specialized versus general.
SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
For individuals with a work history of at least three years performing strategic level HR or HR-related duties; or for SHRM-CP credential holders who have held the credential for at least three years and are working in, or are in the process of transitioning to, a strategic level role.
