Certification Program

SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Preparation Program

Winter/Spring Program Dates:
Saturdays
February 24, 2024 — April 27, 2024

Where:
Live Online Instruction via Zoom Meetings

Class Tuition:

Early Bird LWHRA Members: $425 Course, $675 learning system, $170 shipping+ tax) = $1,270

Early Bird Non-Member: $525 Course, $675 learning system, $170 shipping+ tax = $,1370

*EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ENDS February 2, 2024

Regular LWHRA Member: $475 Course, $675 learning system, $170 shipping+ tax = $1,320

Regular Non-Member: $575 Course, $675 learning system, $170 shipping+ tax = $1,420

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2024 SHRM Learning System Cost (This is REQUIRED for the course):
If you bundle your SHRM Learning System with your tuition, the books will be shipped directly to your home. Please note it can take 7-10 business days to ship to your home and payment must be made in full.

Books/Learning System: $675.00

2024 Exam Testing Window:

May 1 to July 15

Applications and Testing Information:
Exam Dates and Fees | SHRM Certification

The LWHRA Certification Committee has been recognized by SHRM as  2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 SHRM Learning System Champion.

LWHRA Scholarships can be used to help pay for the Certification Preparation program. Learn more about the scholarships and apply online.

LWHRA recognizes the importance of continual professional growth and is proud to provide a SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Program. The LWHRA Certification Committee is here to serve our HR community by offering a review of key information in a supportive and nurturing environment. The SHRM professional distinction helps prove your expertise in the HR field and makes you a more valuable asset to your organization. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with other HR professionals and grow in your career. We are excited to be a part of your journey towards SHRM Certification!

LWHRA will offer a SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP Certification Study Group for the 2024 Spring Testing Window.

LWHRA’s Certification Program meets on Saturday mornings from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, beginning February 24, 2024 and running to April 27, 2024 Our chapter is pleased to be able to offer this affordable SHRM certification program option as a benefit to our members and other HR professionals in our community. You can save money when you bundle your program registration and the 2023 SHRM Learning System through LWHRA. Every participant must have their own copy of the SHRM Learning System. Add the Learning System materials to your order when you register!

This program requires a significant commitment from participants in order to be successful. You can expect to spend anywhere from 8–10+ hours per week on session time, reading, and studying with your groups.

We expect participants to:

Complete the assigned reading before each class (there is a high volume of reading!).
Come prepared and on time for each weekly session.
Be actively engaged in class discussion and don’t be afraid to ask questions!
Connect and study with fellow participants.
Provide feedback so that we can continue to make this a successful program.

Here’s What the Course Contains:

Student Learning Modules

Students have access to the content and learning materials that correspond to the parts of the SHRM BASK. The following learning modules are listed below.

* Unlike the other competencies listed, HR Expertise is a technical competency. Itis represented in the Learning System by the knowledge content covered in the 14 Functional Areas.
** This Functional Area is applicable only to examinees testing in the U.S.

Guarantee:

If a participant is actively engaged (must attend 8/10 classes) and does not successfully pass the SHRM exam, LWHRA will allow the student to audit sessions within the next 12 months for free.

Cancellation Policy:
LWHRA will accept cancellations received on or before ten (10) day prior to the event. Registrants who cancel on or before ten (10) days prior to the event will receive a refund, less $20 processing fee. No refunds will be given for cancellations received after ten (10) days prior to the event. A substitute attendee will be permitted given the LWHRA office receives notice of the substitution on or before ten (10) days prior to the event. After ten (10) days prior to the event, the following conversion fees will apply:

Event registrations $100 or greater = $25 substitution fee
Event registrations less than $100 = $10 substitution fee

Cancellations must be submitted by email to office@lwhra.org.

See what students are saying about the Certification Program!

The LWHRA Certification Committee is looking for volunteer speakers to facilitate one class per semester for the SHRM Certification Prep Course. Speaker topics cover the SHRM Body of Competency and Knowledge (BoCK) behavioral competencies and 15 areas of HR knowledge including workforce management, diversity & inclusion, HR in the global context, and employee and labor relations.

Volunteers with expertise in more than one area may facilitate more than one class. Preference will be given to presenters holding the SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR certifications. Classes start soon; complete the volunteer interest form today if you would like to facilitate a class this semester.