SHRM Certification Prep+ Course
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Increase your chances of passing your SHRM certification exam by attending our upcoming certification prep course with Fogelman College of Business and Economics.
October 21-23, 2026
Why Choose Our SHRM Certification Prep+ Format?
Busy professionals seek learning tools that are effective and time-friendly. Our format combines the benefit of online prework with our hybrid learning system combined with an intensive three-day in-person workshop to increase learning and exam readiness.
Course materials will be available via the University of Memphis’s online learning management system, CANVAS.
Location: University of Memphis campus, provided with registration
Registration Fees: $1600 for 1-5 participants, team discounts start with 6 participants
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Finding the time to focus on career training can be tough when you’re managing a busy work day and responsibilities at home. Stay on track to earn your certification with a structured learning experience and support.
We are committed to keeping your course fees as low as possible, while helping you reach your SHRM Certification or professional development goals. We can also help you take advantage of student discounts and funding options available to you.
Gain guidance from our SHRM-certified instructors to help you comprehend and learn to apply your new HR knowledge. Network with peers to share real-life examples and bring HR knowledge and competencies to life.
Certification is a tremendous advantage in your career journey. Take advantage of personal study “on your time” with an engaging and in-depth in-person review to help you be successful when you take the exam.
For more information, contact Dr. Kathy Tuberville-SHRM-SCP, and Associate Professor of Teaching, Fogelman College of Business and Economics, K.Tuberville@memphis.edu
what to expect
High-Quality Instruction
Learn from highly respected and experienced, SHRM-certified instructors with years of hands-on experience in HR.
Virtual Classroom
Interact with your instructor and fellow classmates in virtual environments available anywhere with an internet connection.
Time Commitment
Complete your learning journey in a hybrid environment where you study at your own pace prior to the Oct 21-23 in-person workshop.
Structured Learning
Keep yourself accountable and stay on track to earn your certification with a structured learning experience and support.
course preparation tools designed for success
Registration also includes the online and print versions of the 2026 SHRM Certification Prep System — the official cert prep tool, now updated with questions previously used on actual SHRM Certification exams. Designed specifically for adult learners, this interactive online learning tool creates a personalized study path, based on your knowledge, experience and goals, to help you optimize your study time, learn the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge (SHRM BASK) and approach the SHRM Certification exams with confidence.
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frequently asked questions
If you have already earned the SHRM Certification you can obtain up to 36 professional development credits (if you are attending this program for professional development only).
The course format is a hybrid model – online study preparation with a 3-day intensive classroom experience beginning November 1st. Students will be guided through the pre-work preparation phase to be well-prepared for the on-campus class.
This is a hybrid model course. There will be online study preparation via University of Memphis’s online learning management system, CANVAS, with a 3-day intensive classroom experience.
Yes, via the learning management system, CANVAS’s discussion board.
No. The SHRM Learning System is included with this program. There are no additional costs.The exam fee is an additional cost when you select your exam date.
Contact us to find the best learning options for you.
This course does not include the final exam or exam fee.
Practice exams are included to help you be well-prepared.
The online portion is on a “self-study” format so that you can study at your own pace. Instructor lectures are offered in the three-day in-person format.
CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION
Kathy Tuberville, SHRM-SCP
Associate Professor of Teaching, MGMT
TN SHRM Workforce Readiness Director
UofM SHRM Student Chapter Advisor
k.tuberville@memphis.edu