SHRM Certification Prep Course

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If you’re ready to move your career forward, Continuing Education and SHRM are here to help.  Earning your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP credential can help you enhance your HR expertise, empower positive change in your workplace, and increase your earning potential.

Our SHRM Certification Prep+ course combines combines the renowned SHRM Certification Prep System with the personalized support of our SHRM-certified instructors to offer you a flexible, effective way to prepare. 

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Personalized and Flexible

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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.

Affordable

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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.

Support

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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.


Course Schedule

Instructor Led, Online

October 8 - December 3, 2026
6:30-8pm
8 weeks

What To Expect

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

Attend classes on a 8-week schedule, with time to study materials in between classes on your own unique schedule.

Structured Learning

Keep yourself accountable and stay on track to earn your certification with a structured learning experience and support.

Tools For Success

Registration also includes the online and print versions of the SHRM Certification Prep System—the official cert prep tool complete with 2,700+ practice questions, including 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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Meet Your Instructor

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Dr. Diana Garza

Dr. Diana Garza


Dr. Diana Garza is a business educator and HR professional with over 19 years of experience in higher education, leadership development, and Corporate HR Training. She holds a PhD in Leadership Studies from Our Lady of the Lake University and is dual-certified as a SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and a Professional in Human Resources (PHR). Dr. Garza brings real-world business, leadership, and HR expertise to the classroom, guiding students step by step toward certification success in this SHRM prep course.
 

Ready to take the next step?

Continuing Education

Texas State University

continuinged@txstate.edu | 512-245-2507