Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
A. Course Objective: SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP ® certification
Description: Prepare for Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM®) certification SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP®) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional SHRM-SCP ® exams.
Learn More: https://ce.arizona.edu/classes/shrm-certification-exam-prep
This training program is offered STATEWIDE.
Total Course Hours: 100
Total Weeks: 8
Course provided by: University of Arizona Continuing & Professional Education
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
Tuition: $1,750
SHRM Exam: Cost of the exam is not included in tuition, and the exam cannot be purchased through the University of Arizona Continuing & Professional Education. As of March 2025, the SHRM exam prices varied between $225 (for SHRM member students taking the SHRM-CP exam) to $695 (for non-SHRM members taking the SHRM-SCP exam).
Fees are subject to change without notice.
Visit the SHRM website for exam fee details: https://www.shrm.org/credentials/certification/exam-options-fees
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition): none
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Technology Requirements – https://ce.arizona.edu/faqs#tech-requirements
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Jo Ann Sanders
Email: sand@email.arizona.edu
Phone number: 520.626.5091
F. Direct Website link to the program: https://ce.arizona.edu/classes/shrm-certification-exam-prep
G. Additional information:
Exam candidates must apply and be approved by SHRM prior to taking the exam. SHRM requires exam candidates to have a combination of education and work experience. Please see the SHRM website for certification requirements: https://www.shrm.org/certification/apply/eligibility-criteria/Pages/default.aspx
Background Check Requirements: Specific employers or roles may require a pre-employment background check.
H. Refund Policy: https://ce.arizona.edu/policies
I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector) Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials): Yes, SHRM-CP® credential holders can earn the more advanced SHRM-SCP® credential.
Career Pathway: Human Resources
Portable (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies): Yes, this is a nationally recognized credential.
Accredited Curriculum (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school): Yes, the curriculum is provided by SHRM, a nationally recognized organization
Accrediting Agency and link to website: https://www.shrm.org/certification/Pages/default.aspx
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
8
Hours
100
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
University of Arizona Continuing & Professional Education
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
No
Training Location(s)
Online
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Name of Credential
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
See Financial Assistance FAQs: https://ce.arizona.edu/faqs
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$1,750.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$1,750.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,750.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$1,750.00
