Certification

SHRM Certification

SHRM certification is the only HR certification offered by the world's largest HR membership organization. It is the only competency-based HR certification focused on the knowledge and behaviors needed to be proficient in the HR profession. As the industry leader in HR professional development, SHRM supports more than 100,000 employers, representing 140 million employees worldwide.
 
SHRM certification credential holders are recognized as experts and leaders in the HR field. Those who hold a SHRM certification designation report:
  • Significantly higher levels of credibility.
  • Salaries that are 14% to 15% higher than peers without the credential.*
  • Higher levels of career success.
Most hiring managers list SHRM's certification as the preferred qualification for HR hires, and those who earn the SHRM certification report it was a key factor in their career advancement. Achieving SHRM-SCP or CP certification shows a commitment to career growth, while enabling professionals to make a more substantial impact on their organizations by aligning human resources strategies with business goals. For HR leaders, the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP act as powerful tools for professional differentiation in a competitive job market.
 
Want information on certification? Use the links below for helpful information:
Or contact SPS SHRM Certification Director via email at certification@spsshrm.org
 

SHRM Certification Scholarships

The South Puget Sound SHRM Chapter’s mission is to develop and connect South Sound Human Resource professionals by providing strategic and practical tools and resources. SPS SHRM takes pride in supporting its members in their professional growth and are leaders in all aspects of human resources. Achieving and maintaining professional certification in Human Resources is one way for HR professionals to elevate their standing in the profession. To encourage professional development of its members and to recognize the efforts of members to further their careers in the Human Resources field, the SPS SHRM has established a certification scholarship given out twice a year.

Scholarship funds may be used to purchase test preparation materials, attend a certification preparation seminar, and/or pay the exam fee. This scholarship is a one-time award. Previous applicants are eligible to apply. Additionally, previous scholarship recipients may apply if pursuing an additional certification. 

Questions

Please email us here for any Questions regarding the Scholarship Program.

The South Puget Sound SHRM does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation,  marital status, religion, disability, age, veteran status, ancestry, national origin, or citizenship in the administration of its  scholarship programs.