HR Certification

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Earning HR certification is an excellent way to demonstrate your knowledge and expertise in the HR field and within your organization.

To become certified, you must meet the educational and experience requirements before taking the exam. Recertification is required in order to maintain certification, which helps to foster continual learning in regards to current with the latest laws and trends.

The May/June testing window for the PHR/SPHR exam is just around the corner. Best wishes to those who are preparing to test during this window!

The HR Certification Institute™ – HRCI® is an excellent source of information for those who are considering the HR certification journey.

In addition to application instructions, the following information is available from this HRCI® website link:

Certification Preparation
• Eligibility requirements for the exams of your choice
• Certification handbook
• Exam dates and fees

Detailed Body of Knowledge Information
• PHR/SPHR
• GPHR
• HRMP
• HRBP
• California Designation Body of Knowledge
• Sample Exam Questions

How the Exams are Structured
• Exam Development Process
• Practice Analysis Study

Preparation Resources
• Making a Study Plan
• Official HRCI Certification Guidelines
• Online Assessments
• Managing Exam Stress