Certification is an essential tool for maintaining high professional standards and shows that you have accepted the personal challenge to stay abreast of new developments in the human resource field. It distinguishes you among your peers; it highlights your commitment to the HR profession; it ensures that your knowledge of HR topics and legislation is current; it opens doors to career opportunities and it demonstrates that you have mastered the HR body of knowledge. Beyond experience and education, it is a primary measure of knowledge in the Human Resource Management field.
Free Information Session: 2020 SHRM Learning System for SHRM-CP/ SHRM-SCP
Aug 27- Dec 10, 2020 Thursdays, 4:30pm- 7:30pm Live Online (Recorded Sessions Also Available)
Early Bird Price- $1189- Ends July 31 Regular Price- $1399
NOARK Members receive a 10% discount off Regular Registration Price (contact Cathleen Hoffman for coupon code) Scholarships and Other Funding Options Available
The only SHRM Education Partner in the state of Arkansas, our intensive 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 your certification exam. For more information and to register online please see https://training.uark.edu/professional-development/courses/shrm-hr-certification.php.
SHRM Certifications
Earning your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP credential makes you a recognized expert and leader in the HR field—and a valuable asset to your organization, keeping you and your organization more competitive in today's economy. This professional distinction sets you apart from your colleagues, proving your high level of knowledge and skills.
SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
HR professionals who implement policies and strategies, serve as point of contact for staff and stakeholders, deliver HR services, and perform operational HR functions, should take the SHRM-CP exam.
SHRM-CP Eligibility Requirements:
With HR-Related Degree:
3 Years in HR Role with Less than a Bachelor's Degree*
1 Years in HR Role with Bachelor's Degree
Currently in HR Role with Graduate Degree
With Non-HR Degree:
4 Years in HR Role with Less than a Bachelor's Degree*
2 Years in HR Role with Bachelor's Degree
1 Year in HR Role with Graduate Degree
*Less than a bachelor’s degree includes: working toward a bachelor's degree; associate's degree; some college; qualifying HR certificate program; high school diploma or GED.
SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
HR professionals who develop strategies, lead the HR function, foster influence in the community, analyze performance metrics, and align HR strategies to organizational goals, should take the SHRM-SCP exam.
SHRM-SCP Eligibility Requirements:
With HR-Related Degree:
6 Years in HR Role with Less than a Bachelor's Degree*
4 Years in HR Role with Bachelor's Degree
3 Years in HR Role with Graduate Degree
With Non-HR Degree:
7 Years in HR Role with Less than a Bachelor's Degree*
5 Years in HR Role with Bachelor's Degree
4 Years in HR Role with Graduate Degree
*Less than a bachelor’s degree includes: working toward a bachelor's degree; associates degree; some college; qualifying HR certificate program; high school diploma or GED.
SHRM Eligibility
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.
These requirements are outlined at the link below: