SHRM Certification Prep+ Course


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SPECIAL NOTICE*
Virginia state funding for FastForward programs will be significantly reduced starting June 6, 2025. Please contact us to explore available funding options by emailing us at workforce@laurelridge.edu or calling at 540-868-7021.
 
 This program is eligible for G3 Grants that cover 1/3 of the cost of the class - based on financial eligibility. These programs are short-term training courses resulting in industry credentials for high-demand professions in our region.
SHRM Certification Prep+ Course Program Pricing:
  • Regular/Full Price: $3,924
  • G3 cost: $2,616
 
Course Prerequisite:
  • This class meets in real-time via Zoom on the days and times listed on the class schedule. Your instructor will facilitate live online lectures and discussions. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required. See Zoom Class Requirements for more details.
  • Sitting for the industry certification exam is an expectation for FastForward programs. Therefore, you must meet SHRM eligibility criteria for the exam before registering for this course. Visit the SHRM website for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exam eligibility criteria.
  • Note: 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 aligned program are recommended.

  • Student must pass the pre-assessment prior to registering.  SHRM Pre-Assessment link
Course Description:

SHRM LogoEstablish yourself as a globally recognized human resource expert by earning the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). These professional certifications can open doors for professional advancement and signal to employers your advanced professional development. Ensure you're prepared with our 13-week instructor-led, Live via Zoom course designed for SHRM credential candidates. Expand and test your knowledge and practical, real-life competencies in areas critical for HR career success. This program combines expert instruction with the SHRM Certification Prep System for SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP. You will learn faster, retain more knowledge and stay on track for success on the certification exam.  This course is offered in partnership with SHRM, the world’s largest HR membership organization devoted to human-resource management. As part of your course, you will receive the 2026 SHRM Certification Prep System for SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP. The materials will be mailed to you before the course begins at no additional charge. To be eligible to sit for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exams, you must meet specific educational and work-experience criteria at the time you submit your application. For details on these requirements, visit the SHRM website for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exam eligibility criteria. Course fee includes 39 hours of instruction, SHRM Certification Prep System (online and print materials), exam voucher, access to assessments, practice questions, learning modules, quick-start videos, study flashcards, post-tests, and an online resource center.


What is Expected:
  • You must attend 70% of all scheduled class hours, in addition to completing any other requirements set by the instructor.
  • Students must have a working camera and it is required to be ON during class sessions.
  • 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.  Visit the SHRM website for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exam eligibility criteria.
  • You must apply with SHRM by the standard application deadline and sit for the SHRM Exam within the next SHRM Testing Window. Testing window will be December 1, 2026-February 15, 2027.
  • Registration deadline for this class is September 4, 2026.
 
Certification:

Important: You must apply with SHRM by this date using the exact directions and voucher code you get from your instructor once the class begins.  You are expected to sit for the exam in the 2026 Test Window:  December 1, 2026-February 15, 2027..  The included exam voucher is valid for this testing window only.   
 
Included with Tuition

The SHRM Certification Prep System print materials and online access are assigned to students on or by the first day of class and are non-refundable once assigned. The print materials are mailed to you at the address you used when registering for the course. The course also includes the SHRM Exam Fee.
 
Student Resources:

Class Details

12 Session(s)
Weekly - Tue

Location
Laurel Ridge Workforce Online Class

Instructor
Lydia Scarborough 

CEUs : 3.9

 

Notice

Please read:  This class requires the use of zoom. See Zoom Class Requirements for more details.

Important: I am enrolling in this class as part of the New Economy Workforce Credential Grant Program (WCG). As a condition to receiving a grant, I agree to the following terms and conditions as specified on this site: WCG Release Form

Price: 

$3,924.00

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Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
9/15/2026 - 12/1/2026 Weekly - Tue 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM VIRTUAL - ONLINE, Laurel Ridge Workforce Online Class  Map Lydia Scarborough 

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