What Is SHRM, and What Does It Mean to You?

As you prepare for the exam, it's important to have a general understanding of SHRM (nicknamed, and pronounced, “sherm”). SHRM now boasts nearly 200,000 HR professionals in more than 100 countries—making it the largest professional association for HR practitioners in the world. In addition to being the largest, SHRM is considered by many to be one of the foremost professional organizations with which HR professionals can affiliate themselves.

Membership Information

While you're not required to be a SHRM member to take an HRCI certification exam, membership will prove to be of invaluable assistance as you prepare for the exam and as you grow in your career. Visit the “Join/Renew” section at SHRM's website ...

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