Preparing for the SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® certification exams can be daunting-but it doesn't have to be, if you have the official SHRM study guide.
This concise, accessible guide helps HR professionals understand the structure of both exams and equips them with the tools to succeed. With 50 original practice questions, expert test-taking strategies, tips for managing anxiety and research-based study techniques, this resource is designed to build confidence and sharpen performance. It also includes glossaries of key terms and acronyms, practical advice from test-takers and curated study resources to guide your prep from start to finish.
Whether you're just beginning or nearing test day, this guide offers everything you need to prepare with purpose and pass with confidence.
Edited by:
Charles Glover, Hanna Evans Imprint: Kogan Page Ltd Country of Publication: United Kingdom Edition: 4th Revised edition Dimensions:
Height: 229mm,
Width: 152mm,
ISBN:9781398627734 ISBN 10: 1398627739 Pages: 200 Publication Date:24 March 2026 Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Primary
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Undergraduate
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Chapter - 01: The Exams and What They Test; Chapter - 02: Exam Structure and Question Types; Chapter - 03: Exam Scoring; Chapter - 04: Learn How You Learn Best; Chapter - 05: Use Proven Study Strategies; Chapter - 06: Where and When You Study Matters; Chapter - 07: Create a SMART Study Plan; Chapter - 08: Practice Makes Perfect!; Chapter - 09: Put On Your Thinking Cap; Chapter - 10: Manage Test Anxiety and Push Through Procrastination; Chapter - 11: What to Expect on Exam Day; Chapter - 12: During and After Your Exam;
Charles Glover is Director, Exam Development at the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Hanna Evans is Lead, Exam Development & Accreditation at the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)