Your Path to SHRM Certification
Prepare for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam with local HR pros in your corner.
Are you ready to earn your HR certification? Austin SHRM offers two ways to prepare for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam: a twelve-week Certification Study Group and a one-day Certification Boot Camp. Take one or both!
Upcoming Dates
| Program | Date(s) | Time & Location | |
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| Certification Boot Camp | Sat, Dec 5, 2026 | 10 AM – 5 PM Gama, Georgetown |
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| Certification Study Group (Spring) | Tuesdays, Feb 16 – May 4, 2027 | 6 – 9 PM Virtual |
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| Certification Boot Camp | Sat, May 8, 2027 | 10 AM – 5 PM Gama, Georgetown |
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| Boot Camp – Annual Conference Pre-Conference | Thu, Jul 29, 2027 | Details coming soon | Coming soon |
| Certification Boot Camp | Sat, Dec 4, 2027 | 10 AM – 5 PM Gama, Georgetown |
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Boot camps are held at Gama, 1805 Aviation Dr., Georgetown, TX 78628 (map) unless noted.
Certification Study Group
Austin SHRM offers a twelve-week study group each spring and fall for HR professionals preparing for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam. Classes are taught by local Austin HR professionals and cover the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge, so you'll have the information you need to pass the exam, plus the accountability, instructor access, and local networking that come with learning alongside your peers.
Schedule: Tuesdays, 6:00 – 9:00 PM, for twelve weeks (see Upcoming Dates above)
Location: Virtual
Cost: $399 Austin SHRM members | $499 non-members
Course materials: The SHRM Learning System is required. Purchase it through Austin SHRM for $735 and save $300. Payment must be made in advance.
Cancellation: See the Cancellation Policy below.
Who should sign up:
- Current and aspiring HR practitioners
- Small business owners or office managers handling HR
- Business managers wanting basic HR best practices
- New or experienced people leaders
- Representatives who sell or support HR systems
What you'll learn:
- HR roles and responsibilities
- HR-related laws, compliance, and liability
- Recruiting, onboarding, and training
- Compensation and benefits overview
Certification Boot Camp
Join us for an intensive, full-day Certification Boot Camp designed to help you prepare for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam, whether you're testing for the first time or gearing up for a retake. This is not a full certification course. It's a focused, high-impact review session to help you pull it all together.
Perfect for those who have already completed a certification course (though not required), this boot camp is ideal if you:
- Need a structured, comprehensive refresher
- Struggle with test anxiety and want to feel more confident
- Want to reinforce key concepts and exam strategies before testing
Throughout the day, we'll revisit essential topics, clarify complex concepts, and provide practical insights to help you approach the exam with clarity and confidence.
BONUS: All attendees will receive a recording of the boot camp to revisit as they continue preparing.
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Cost: $299 Austin SHRM members | $399 non-members
SHRM Learning System (optional): $735 when purchased through Austin SHRM (save $300)
Important notes:
- Study materials are not included. Bring your own certification resources or purchase materials in advance if needed.
- Everyone is welcome. While designed with prior course participants in mind, anyone preparing for the SHRM exam is welcome.
- SHRM Learning System: If you purchase your materials through Austin SHRM when you register, we will follow up with an invoice for $735. Payment must be made in advance for you to receive the materials.
Cancellation Policy
Certification Study Group
- 7 or more days before the first class: Full refund of the registration fee, minus a $50 administration fee and the cost of course materials if they have already been ordered.
- Less than 7 days before the first class: 50% refund of the registration fee.
- After the first class: No refund. You may transfer your registration to the next Study Group session one time.
Certification Boot Camp
- 7 or more days before the boot camp: Full refund of the registration fee, minus a $50 administration fee and the cost of course materials if they have already been ordered.
- Less than 7 days before, or no-show: No refund. You'll still receive the boot camp recording, or you may transfer your registration to a future boot camp one time.
For both programs
- Course materials: The SHRM Learning System cannot be refunded once the order has been placed.
- If Austin SHRM cancels: If we need to cancel or reschedule a session, you'll receive a full refund or a transfer to the next session, whichever you prefer.
- How to cancel: Email all cancellation requests to support@austinshrm.org. The date we receive your email determines which refund applies.
Eligibility: SHRM requires specific education and work experience to sit for the exam. Visit shrm.org for eligibility details, exam dates, and fees.
Questions? Email certification@austinshrm.org
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