WSHRMA Scholarship
SHRM West Sound will award a $200 Certification Scholarship to a member annually. Individual recipients will be selected on the strength of their work experience and their commitment to a career in human resources. Scholarship funds may be used to purchase test preparation materials, attend a certification preparation seminar, and/or pay the exam fee. In addition, individuals who have previously taken certification exam during the previous calendar year are eligible to apply for reimbursement of exam-related expenses.
Who is Eligible
SHRM West Sound Chapter members with a valid SHRM ID number are eligible to apply for the Certification Scholarship.
Selection Criteria
The selection committee will evaluate scholarship applicants and select the scholarship winner based on the following criteria:
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Completed application
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Half-page statement of HR interest, to include a commitment to the HR profession and future career plans
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Resume
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Letter of reference from supervisor, co-worker or advisor
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Receipts for reimbursement (if applicable)
Timeline
Application deadline: November 30, 2026
Notification of results: At the December West Sound Luncheon
SHRM West Sound does not discriminate against individuals on the base of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, disability, age, veteran status, ancestry, national origin, or citizenship in the administration of its scholarship program. WSHRMA Board members or immediate family members of the Board are not eligible to apply for the SHRM West Sound scholarship.
