It is time to prove that you are prepared for the pivotal role a Human Resource (HR) leader plays in transforming the workplace. Unlike memorization-based certification credentials, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) SHRM-Certified Professional (CP) and SHRM-Senior Certified Professional (SCP) measure a HR professional's most critical skill: the ability to apply HR Principles to real-life situations. No other exam compares.
Universally Applicable Built upon one comprehensive SHRM Body of Competency and Knowledge, SHRM certification is applicable across industries, geographic borders, job responsibilities and career levels.
Competency-Based SHRM certification tests your ability to apply your knowledge on the job. After all, HR is not all facts and figures but rather how you effectively implement your knowledge in the workplace every day.
Focused on Advancement More than 5,000 employers are seeking SHRM credential-holders every month. Boost your confidence to take that next step in your HR career, or to distinguish yourself in a job search.
Backed by SHRM SHRM certification is the only HR certification offered by the world's largest HR membership organization. As the industry leader in HR professional development, SHRM has supported more than 100,000 employers representing 140 million employees worldwide.
Course Description: The CVCC Workforce Solutions SHRM Credential Exam Prep Course is a virtual on-line course, which offers a weekly instructor-led course, which is interactive, comprehensive and effective. The course features an interactive, personalized path toward success with access to assessments, practice questions, learning modules, quick-start videos, study flashcards, post-tests and an online resource center.
The SHRM Exam Prep Class includes 39 hours of instruction, SHRM Learning System (print and online materials) and SHRM Exam Fee. An excellent credential deserves world-class exam preparation. Offered in partnership with SHRM, the curriculum is designed by global subject matter experts and covers the entire SHRM Body of Competency and Knowledge.
Class Prerequisites: Applicants must meet specific educational and work experience criteria at the time they submit their application in order to be eligible to sit for the SHRM-CP or SHRM- SCP exam.
*Less than a bachelor degree includes: working toward a bachelor degree, associate degree, some college, qualifying HR certificate program, high school diploma, or GED.
Individuals who have mixed roles – for example, office managers who have both administrative and HR responsibilities – may also have qualifying experience.
1,000 hours devoted to HR-related activities in any calendar year. Part time work does qualify.
Supervising employees in and of itself is not considered qualifying HR-related experience. For a complete eligibility criteria visit shrmcertification.org/eligibility.
Course Exam: The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the world's largest HR professional society. Students will be required to complete an online application process, create an online profile, and schedule an exam date in SHRM's online portal. The exam fee is included in the cost the class.
Workforce Credentials Grant. Funds available to individuals who meet Virginia Domicile Determinate criteria. Determination is included in the online class registration.
The Financial Aid for Noncredit Training leading to Industry Credentials (FANTIC) program provides funding for students demonstrating financial need based on low income criteria.
The Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act offers Federal Funding through the Region 2000 Workforce Development Board for low income and dislocated workers.
Course Offerings, dates and times, and locations are subject to change without notice. For current information, please call the Workforce Solutions office. Financial aid funds are limited, and availability of the reduced tuition costs are contingent upon the allocation and availability of state funds for the program. A student's best option for determining eligibility is to arrange an appointment with Workforce Solutions at CVCC.