Short answer
SHRM-CP/SCP come from SHRM and test competencies with situational judgment questions. The PHR/SPHR come from HRCI and focus more on technical HR knowledge and U.S. employment law. Both are widely recognized.
USA SHRM Exam: Quick Facts
- Offered by
- SHRM
- Questions
- 170 (134 scored)
- Time
- 4 hours
- Passing
- 200 (120–200)
- Fee
- $495 member / $595 non-member
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