Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Discussions
Certifications

Is anyone a member of the SHRM Executive Network and do you see any value in your membership?

I’m an HR Manager for a small (41 employee) company in Chicago. I make $70,000 a year no bonuses. I’m SHRM-CP and PHR certified with four years experience and a masters in HR. Am I underpaid?

Hey everyone! Which is more beneficial in the new normal - a Master’s in HR/ Industrial Organizational Psychology, or a SHRM certification? Context: I’ve been in the corporate TA space for 10 years and now looking to level up my career in HR - focus would be on TA and Talent Management . Any advice?

I'm SHRM-SCP certified and I have been interested in the total rewards or compensation side of HR. Do you think that getting the CCP certification is a good investment? I've seen many Total Rewards open positions but I feel I don't have the necessary experience. Any advices?

Hi! I'm considering getting the SHRM certification. I see lots of companies prefer the same. How many of you have the SHRM or any other HR certification? Did it really make a difference in your career and/or compensation? TIA

Thoughts on including certificates like Prosci or SHRM-SCP in an email signature? I don’t like it right after my name, but I’ve seen some other alternatives (like putting the digital badge icons) - what looks the best?

Thinking of getting my SHRM-SCP, anyone out there have it? Is it worth it?

Hi everyone! Just looking for some insight. I’m about 4 years into HR, have my bachelors. I’ve been toying around with the idea of getting my masters in something relating to compliance/labor law and that side of HR. Shrm certification is also on my list. If anyone has some advice on what to get a masters in specifically, I’d be open to suggestions! I’m trying to find something that would be worth my while and would give me a step up. Thanks!

Reviewing a salary offer for a Benefits Manager position in Greensboro, NC industry is retail. Offer made of $95k with 18% bonus. I have 16 YOE, degree in Business, and PHR and Shrm certification. Potential employer has 10k plus employees. I will have two reports and will report directly to the Director of Total Rewards. Any thoughts or advise on offer made? I will let them know on Monday my decision to accept, counter or decline. Thanks!

Are there any AMAZON HUMAN RESOURCES professionals in this bowl? I have been trying to get a job with Amazon for a while and I was wondering if anyone had any tips or suggestions? I have over 10 yrs experience of continued HR growth, currently a HR Director, have MBA and SHRM-SCP. I’m wondering if there is a particular skill set I should be highlighting to get in the door there!?

Any advice on passing the SHRM exam the first time around?

Anyone have suggestion on good sources a little shorter in duration and more real life scenario based, to pickup Consulting Excel, Project Mgmt and HR cliffnotes or know-hows. Im looking into all these HR Certificates (SHRM, PHR, HRM etc.) Im entering a new field and want to he able to be savvy enough not to look like a complete beginner in the practical side on how to actually do the theoretical part. Advice and suggestions much appreciated.

Hi Fishbowl Friends! I’m looking in to starting a masters program in 2023. Background on me - I’ve been in HR for a little over 4 years now and earned my SHRM-CP last spring. Looking for more ways to improve.

Would you recommend any specific schools or master programs? I’m in Tampa, FL but I know most programs are remote these days. :)

How long does everyone suggest studying for SHRM-CP? Recently registered for the Dec - Feb testing window and haven’t started studying yet. I’m a pretty good studier / test taker but just want to gauge how much time should be put in pre-exam?

Is there any resources someone can point me to about the potential legal issues and more information from an HR perspective about contingent employees (temps, contract workers, part-time workers) versus normal FTE’s?

I’m working on a project for an HR class and finding good sources with real evidence about this from SHRM and news publications has been rough. Thanks!

Should I pay for the updated SHRM-SCP materials or is it ok to use the books from 2020. I hear the test has changed

Any opinions on what the salary for a Benefits Manager with 16 years of benefits experience 6 of which are in the benefits manager role should be? Currently making $80k and have both my PHR and SHRM-CP certifications.

Just curious what the salary ranges are for Benefits Managers within this group. Trying to determine where I currently align. I have 16 years of experience with 6 being in the role of a Benefits Manager. I have continously grown within my career and taken on more responsibilities and added new skills. I have both my PHR and SHRM-CP and working on my Cebs certification. Current salary is $80k.

Hey Fishies need a recommendation on an international coaching certification. I am a senior HR professional with SPHR and SHRM-SCP certification. I am interested in coaching for career advancement. Thank you for your recommendations

Hi Fishbowl Community!

Any advise for best study guide/Videos/Material to pass the SHRM-CP Exam?

For those with SHRM (CP or SCP) cert. and did you notice any impact to pay or landing particular jobs after completing the cert?

Know someone earlier in their HR career that’s looking to get certified. It’s been a while since I originally took the exams and have just recertified since. Which is more valuable or preferred these days…PHR or SHRM-CP?

Do we really still support SHRM? I was a fan when I first got in HR now though I’ve had a few second thoughts. I also used to volunteer to review scholarships they provided, but after the last SHRM conference I started asking myself, why pay…. I also keep update myself outside of SHRM as I’ve had multi-site and country responsibility so I’ve had to usually keep uptodate.

Has anyone self- trained for SPHR or SHRM? Without purchasing the SHRM study guide? How did you decide between SPHR or SHRM SCP?

I've worked as an HR Generalist and Business Partner for over 15 years, and I'm ready to do something else. I have some pretty significant experience in compensation and I'd like to pivot into a role that's focused there. I know there are some certifications available through SHRM and World at Work - any thoughts from those in Comp whether these would compliment hands on work experience and if they might improve my chances of getting noticed for a role in Comp?

I currently have my SHRM-CP cert but would like to know if obtaining either the CEBS or CBP cert is worth it? If you are certified, which cert do you have? I do plan on staying in the Total Rewards realm for quite some time.

For those of you who are certified (SHRM or PHR), what was your biggest takeaway from getting your certification? How has this helped you today in your HR career?

Which certification we would you recommend for career advancement to be an HR manager? PHR or SHRM? Any other certification I should consider? Pros and cons would be greatly appreciated!

I've been in PeopleOps (mostly focused on TA Ops) for over 9 years now. I've somehow gotten by without a degree in HR or a certification, but would like to get some more education to continue to advance my career. What are your thoughts on PHR vs SPHR vs SHRM for someone with my years of experience and current role as a manager?

Would it be beneficial to get a FMLA certification? I saw Shrm offers one online, has anyone taken that and what are your thoughts?
I have a Bachelors degree in HR management and at almost 2 years of experience but have never handled FMLA.

has anyone seen immediate results after getting a SHRM certification? i’m applying for entry level hr roles with recruiting coordinator, hr intern, admin asst, and a customer service role on my resume and no luck so far. i’m wondering if this will help me land a job quicker? also wanted to ask if anyone has knowledge of grants/programs to assist with payment since i am unemployed and money is tight. thanks!

Is there a good argument for getting both PHR and SHRM-CP?

Hello! I’m new here and looking for positions in talent management specifically as a Talent Business Partner or HR Business Partner. Open to relocating but more interested in remote positions or local in Washington DC or Northern Virginia. I have a master’s degree in I/O psychology, SHRM-CP and 7+ years of talent management experience. If anyone is hiring, please let me know!

I am trying to land a role as a human resources business partner and I'm wondering which certification would be the best for me going forward. Phr? Shrm? Thoughts? Thanks!

Is getting certified in HR worth it? Does it help with getting jobs and keeping them? Does it really help you in your day-to-day work?

I’m looking into HRCI, SHRM and DMEC (Disability Management Employer Coalition). Any feedback on these?

For those of you who have gotten your SHRM, what helped you study/prepare the most? How did you decide on the CP versus SCP? I'm currently about to hit three years of experience and have a masters in I/O but my highest position has been a Coordinator II role. However, my goals are to eventually be in a management role, should I do the SCP?

I’m looking to formally pivot to HR. My experience has been a jack of all trades, operations, some HR, some finance, etc. I’m currently a Director of a federal agency that I’ve been with for 7 years. I’m looking to transition back into the private sector. Would a SHRM-SCP help with the transition and will the certification make a difference?