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Pass the SHRM-CP Exam
Practice with realistic SHRM-CP questions, detailed explanations, exam simulation, and weak-area tracking.
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Are you ready for the SHRM-CP exam?
Take a free 10-question readiness test drawn from the SHRM-CP question bank, balanced across its topics. You get a practice readiness estimate and a per-topic breakdown of your strong and weak areas — before you spend a minute studying the wrong thing.
Don't discover your weak areas on exam day. Know what to study next.
Start Readiness TestWhat you get
- 1,000 realistic practice questions with detailed explanations for every answer.
- Timed exam simulation — 134 questions in 220 minutes, matching the format described in the exam overview below.
- Topic-specific practice across 8 topics, so you can drill exactly where you are weak.
- Weak-area identification — the readiness test and your practice history show which topics need work.
- Progress tracking — pick up where you left off, on any device.
- Personalized study recommendations based on your results.
Open the full SHRM-CP study app — $79 one-time, first questions free.
Exam overview
| Exam code / version | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Category | Business |
| Program | CertEdge |
| Practice questions on CertSight | 1,000 |
| Timed mock format | 134 questions in 220 minutes |
| CertSight price | $79 one-time — this is CertSight's prep price, not the official exam fee |
| Who it is for | HR professionals |
| Prerequisites | None — SHRM imposes no degree or HR experience requirement for the SHRM-CP; a basic working knowledge of HR practices is recommended |
| Content last reviewed | October 2026 |
Matches the official SHRM-CP format: 134 questions (110 scored) in 3 hours 40 minutes, split into two 110-minute sections.
SHRM-CP topics
- Leadership
- Interpersonal Skills
- Business Acumen
- People
- Organization
- Business
- Interpersonal
- Workplace
Try a few questions
Sample questions from the SHRM-CP bank. Answers are checked on the server — nothing is revealed until you answer.
Question 1. Cross-functional partners complain HR is slow and bureaucratic. Which of the following would be the LEAST effective response?
Question 2. A manager asks you to overlook a minor policy violation by a top-performing employee. Which of the following would be the LEAST effective response?
Question 3. Managers avoid giving difficult feedback until reviews. As an HR professional, what is your BEST response?
How CertSight helps
- Practice with realistic questions and instant explanations.
- Measure with the free readiness test and timed mock exams.
- Identify weaknesses from your per-topic results.
- Improve by drilling your weakest topics first.
- Retest and track your readiness as it grows.
SHRM-CP FAQ
Is there a free SHRM-CP practice test?
Yes. This page offers a free 10-question readiness test — no account or credit card required. You see your score and a per-topic breakdown as soon as you finish.
How many SHRM-CP practice questions does CertSight include?
The full SHRM-CP prep includes 1,000 practice questions, each with a detailed explanation of the answer.
What is the timed mock exam format?
The timed mock has 134 questions in 220 minutes. Matches the official SHRM-CP format: 134 questions (110 scored) in 3 hours 40 minutes, split into two 110-minute sections.
How much does CertSight cost for SHRM-CP?
Full access to the SHRM-CP prep is $79 — a one-time purchase (no subscription), with lifetime access and free content updates. The first questions are free to try.
Who is this SHRM-CP prep for?
HR professionals
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