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Is there a particular area to sit during a certification exam?

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Yes. Testing centers will assign you a private, partitioned desk in which to take the exam. Multiple individuals may be taking the exam simultaneously in the same room.

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I have a JD degree but have practiced neither law nor HR. What do I need to do to get SHRM certified?

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With a JD degree, you will need one year human resources experience at minimum to qualify for testing to be SHRM certified.

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If I fail the SHRM test, how much does it cost to retake it?

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You would just have to re-apply and pay the fees over to exam again in the next testing window. For SHRM members it costs $300 - $375; for non-members it's $400 - $475.

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Can I become SHRM certified if I left my job as an HR manager?

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As long as you meet the SHRM eligibility criteria, you can sit for the SHRM certification exam. Your experience doesn't have to be consecutive, or current.

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I have been working as a clerk in a Human Resources department for 7 months now, and I have an undergraduate degree in Art (Linguistics) since 2009. What do I need to become SHRM certified?

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After 2 years of work experience in Human Resources, you will have to pass the SHRM exam.

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