SHRM-CP · ~18%
People — Talent Acquisition and Retention
People — Talent Acquisition and Retention is ~18% of the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) (SHRM-CP), administered by SHRM. It falls under the Professional Certifications category.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Domain | People — Talent Acquisition and Retention |
| Exam | SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) (SHRM-CP) |
| Domain Weight | ~18% |
| Governing Body | SHRM |
| Available in App | Professional Cert Exam Prep: SHRM, LEED, PMI & Six Sigma |
| Official Source | SHRM official website ↗ |
SHRM-CP People — Talent Acquisition and Retention: FAQ
How much of the SHRM-CP covers People — Talent Acquisition and Retention?
People — Talent Acquisition and Retention accounts for ~18% of the SHRM-CP, which has 160 questions total. SHRM publishes the official exam content outline with the most current weighting. The C3RT app covers all 6 SHRM-CP content areas.
What is the SHRM-CP exam format and how does People — Talent Acquisition and Retention fit in?
The SHRM-CP has 6 content areas across 160 questions in 3 hours 40 minutes, with a passing score of 200/400. People — Talent Acquisition and Retention is content area 4 of 6 and carries ~18% of the total exam weight. The other content areas are HR Competencies — Leadership, HR Competencies — Business, HR Competencies — Interpersonal, Organization — Structure and Culture, Workplace — Employee Relations and Risk.
How do I study for the People — Talent Acquisition and Retention section of the SHRM-CP?
Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT Professional Cert Exam Prep: SHRM, LEED, PMI & Six Sigma app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate People — Talent Acquisition and Retention questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.
How many questions are on the SHRM-CP and what is the passing score?
The SHRM-CP consists of 160 questions in 3 hours 40 minutes, with a passing score of 200/400. It is administered by SHRM and the exam fee is $300 (SHRM members) / $400 (non-members). The C3RT app includes full-length practice exams that mirror the real format across all 6 content areas.
Where can I find official SHRM resources for People — Talent Acquisition and Retention?
The official source for SHRM-CP content outlines and study resources is the SHRM website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including People — Talent Acquisition and Retention, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with SHRM. It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with 160+ practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 6 content areas.
People — Talent Acquisition and Retention is a content area on the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) (SHRM-CP), a Professional Certifications exam administered by SHRM. C3RT is not affiliated with SHRM. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the SHRM website.