SHRM Certification

Mile High SHRM is partnering with SHRM to provide resources for members to become certified and stay certified.

Benefits of Certification

Benefits to You

Benefits to Your Employer

When it comes to the value of earning HR credentials, certified SHRM professionals reported:

An average salary increase of more than $17,000 for SHRM-SCP and $5,500 for SHRM-CP
Enhanced credibility as an HR expert
Confidence in my decision-making skills
Greater job satisfaction and opportunity for promotion
Becoming more competitive in my field

Certification benefits your entire organization:

Demonstrates that I have mastered the application of HR technical and behavioral competencies
Prepares me to assume greater leadership roles and contribute to the strategic direction of my organization
Brings new ideas to my company that will help drive success
Creates a common HR language that optimizes consistency and effectiveness
Lends world-wide relevance to my organization

Become Certified

Now more than ever, HR is critical to our workforce. Prove you have the dedication, skills and credibility to lead this charge by becoming SHRM-certified. SHRM certifications are unique, as they are the only behavioral competency-based programs in the field.

Our certification preparation course is designed primarily for individuals seeking SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification. Increase your chances of passing your exam by attending our certification prep course. An expert, SHRM-certified instructor will be on hand to answer your questions, guide you through interactive discussions, review sample test questions and provide exclusive test-taking tips.

Upcoming Course Start Dates and Rates

Mile High SHRM is in the process of planning our next pre course. Please email CertPrep@milehighshrm.org to be added to the interest list.

SHRM also offers online and other opportunities for certification preparation. More information can be found here.

SHRM Foundation Scholarships

The SHRM Foundation offers professional grants to SHRM members seeking their SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification. This grant awards one SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification exam as well as SHRM's online Learning System. More information about SHRM foundation scholarships, grants and awards can be found here.

SHRM Exam Options

The SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams are offered during two windows each year. When applying for the exam, you must apply during the application period that coincides with your testing window. Applications must be received by the standard deadline for each window.

Second Test Window: Dec. 1, 2024 - Feb. 15, 2025

Applications Accepted	Early-Bird Deadline	Standard Deadline
June 4, 2024	September 11, 2024	November 9, 2024

You have the option of taking your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam in-person at an authorized testing center or from home through live remote proctoring.

Once you complete the SHRM certification application process, you will receive an Authorization to Test (ATT) letter with instructions on how to schedule your exam date and delivery option. More information can be found on the SHRM website here.

Stay Certified

Mile High SHRM offers both virtual and in-person opportunities to obtain both SHRM and HRCI continuing education. Check our events calendar for upcoming events. Also, check out our Education page for more information about our on going programs.

SHRM Certification

Mile High SHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). For more information on the SHRM certification, go to http://www.shrm.org/certification/.

HRCI Certification

Mile High SHRM has approved provider status through HRCI giving members the opportunity to pursue the HR Certification including PHR®/SPHR®/GPHR®. The HR Certification Institute outlines the process for the HCRI Recertification. For information about the benefits of certification, the testing dates and locations, and related information, go to http://www.hrci.org/home.