SHRM-CP/SCP Test Prep

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HR professionals like you are facing new and larger challenges each day due in part to a changing workforce, shifting legislation and regulations and so much more. Ensure you're prepared for these changes, and anything else thrown your way with SHRM's global HR credentials, SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP.

By becoming SHRM certified, you prove your knowledge, competency and value to colleagues and to employers looking for a competitive edge in today's global economy. Wherever your career takes you, your SHRM certification will define you as an HR expert and leader, and our course can help you get there.

Upcoming SHRM CP/CSP Courses Fall 2025:

1. 12-week, 36 hrs, meeting once a week on Tuesday for 3 hours, 5:30 - 8:30 PM.
Begins Sept 9, 2025, ends Nov 25, 2025.
Instructor: Takisha Rockette, MS-HR, SHRM-CP.
Hybrid format. Live attendance in Auburn University's Haley Center classroom (TBD) and via Zoom (link to be provided)

2. 3-day, 8 hours per day Bootcamp.
Dates (Saturdays): Dec 6, 13, 20, 2025
Instructor: Leora Kirby, MBA, SHRM-CSP, CPC
Online/virtual.

Interested in training your team?

Ask about volume discounts or offering a program at your location. Contact Dr. Phil Chansler at pac0012@auburn.edu and/or 334-844-3127.

Meet the Instructors

Takisha Rockette

Takisha Rockette is a dynamic HR professional utilizing cross-industry experience to bring a unique application of HR practice to higher education. With her breadth of experience in the recruitment and selection process, Takisha currently serves Auburn University as the Manager of Human Resources with the College of Human Sciences. Takisha is a graduate of Troy University, with a Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management, holds the SHRM-CP certification and has been a SHRM-CP instructor for seven years. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for East Alabama Society of Human Resources Management (EASHRM) as President.

Leora Kirby, MBA, SHRM-SCP, CPC

Leora Kirby has 25 years of experience as an HR executive with national and international organizations. I have an MBA in Finance. I was an associate professor at Southern State Community College for 8 ½ years. I have my CPC as a certified professional coach and an EQ-i2.0 Certified Practioner. I have been an instructor for the SHRM HR Certification program for several years. It is my way to pay it forward for people entering the field of Human Resources.

Have a question or prefer to speak to a person?

Please contact Emery Tschetter at ejt0010@auburn.edu. Please note our office is open Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:45 PM (Central Time).

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Additional Information

Looking to get SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certified? Let our team of experts help you get there.

Our course combines expert instruction with the SHRM Learning System to offer a comprehensive and effective way to prepare for success on your SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exam.

Gain one-on-one guidance to help you comprehend and learn to apply your new HR knowledge.
Network and collaborate with peers to share real-life examples and bring HR knowledge and competencies to life.
Acquire the knowledge and understand the behavioral competencies you need to prepare to pass the exam.
Stay on track to earn your certification with a structured learning experience and support.

Our certification preparation course is designed primarily for individuals seeking SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification. Certification is a great choice for HR professionals who want to:

Increase their knowledge
Advance their skills
Earn recognition from the global community

SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP®)

The SHRM-CP certification is intended for individuals who perform general HR/HR-related duties; or for currently enrolled students and individuals pursuing a career in Human Resource Management.

Candidates for the SHRM-CP certification are not required to hold an HR title and do not need a degree or previous HR experience to apply; however, a basic working knowledge of HR practices and principles or a degree from an Academically Aligned program is recommended.

The SHRM-CP exam is designed to assess the competency level of HR at the operational level. This level includes implementing policies, supporting day-to-day HR functions, or serving as an HR point of contact for staff and stakeholders.

Refer to the SHRM BASK® for detailed information on proficiency standards for this credential (i.e., Proficiency Indicators only For All HR Professionals).

SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP®)

The SHRM-SCP certification is for individuals who have a work history of at least 3 years performing strategic level HR/HR-related duties; or for SHRM-CP credential holders who have held the credential for at least 3 years and are working in, or are in the process of transitioning to, a strategic level role.

Candidates for the SHRM-SCP certification are not required to hold an HR title and do not need a degree to apply.

The SHRM-SCP exam is designed to assess the competency level of those who engage in HR work at the strategic level. Work at this level includes duties such as developing HR policies and/or procedures, overseeing the execution of integrated HR operations, directing an entire HR enterprise, or leading the alignment of HR strategies to organizational goals.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they devoted at least 1,000 hours per calendar year (Jan. – Dec.) to strategic level HR/HR-related work.

More than 1,000 hours in a calendar year does not equate to more than 1 year of experience.
Part-time work qualifies as long as the 1,000-hour per calendar year standard is met.
Experience may be either salaried or hourly.

Individuals who are HR consultants may demonstrate qualifying experience through the HR/HR-related duties they perform for their clients. Contracted hours must meet the 1,000-hour standard.

Refer to the SHRM BASK® for detailed information on proficiency standards for this credential (i.e., Proficiency Indicators For All HR Professionals and For Advanced HR Professionals).

Advance your career.
If you're not interested in certification but want to improve your HR skills, this course provides a comprehensive and accelerated option for professional development. Participants gain a generalist viewpoint, refresh key ideas and concepts, strengthen their understanding of core behavior and technical competencies and increase productivity in the workplace.

Enhance your learning experience with premier tools that complement our course! The SHRM Learning System offers a personalized SmartPath™ learning experience that is designed to dynamically adjust based on your progress and proficiency. Real-time results allow you to use your time wisely and increase readiness for the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exam.

Choose a program that is designed to help apply HR knowledge and competencies to real-life situations and advance your career while offering:

A Personalized Learning Experience

The SHRM Learning System allows instructors to work with you build a custom learning experience that helps identify HR topics you've already mastered and those you haven't, so courses can be tailored to your needs.

Focused, Topic-Level Learning

Along with your classmates, you'll learn one small topic segment at a time to ensure you have a clear understanding and can apply the concept quickly and easily on the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam and in your day-to-day HR responsibilities.

These learning modules also provide an in-depth exploration of the knowledge domains and behavioral competencies tested on the SHRM exams.

Course Outline

Real-time Knowledge Gap Analysis

Real-time results and detailed feedback from your learning progress and quiz scores help guide your course-wide and individual study priorities and reach your goal more efficiently.

Resources to Boost Exam Confidence

Supplement your class time learning with flashcards, real-world HR knowledge, competencies in action, practice test questions and more to make sure you're ready for your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam.