HR certification is a career-long commitment. It shows your peers, your employees and your organization that you have mastered the core HR principles and are committed to your profession. Certified HR professionals around the world have received job offers, promotions and respect from their peers.
Deciding which HR certification is best for you is an important decision. To help you determine which certification exam is right for you we suggest that you
Recertification shows that you
By recertifying your PHR, SPHR, GPHR or California credentials you show that you are committed to being the best you can be in your profession.
Scannable Paper Application 2010Scannable Paper Application 2010 to apply for certification by mail. Read More
Paper Recertification ApplicationPaper Recertification Application Read More
2011 Eligibility Requirements FlierThe New Eligibility Requirements Flier provides complete details on the eligibility changes for the HR certification exams that will go into effect in 2011 for the May-June 2011 exam testing period. Read More
California Certification Case StudyRead about one of our certified HR professionals who has achieved her California HR certification and has found great value in doing so. Find out how you can benefit from achieving your California HR credentials. Read More
PHR/SPHR Body of KnowledgePHR/SPHR Body of Knowledge (also known as the exam content) Read More
Pay if You Pass PolicyPay if You Pass Policy is available to certain SHRM volunteers. Read More
RecertificationFrequently asked questions about earning recertification credits and applying for recertification. Read More
Pre-Approved ProgramsFrequently asked questions about the Pre-Approved Program Read More
Special testing accommodations request formUse this form to request a special testing accommodation. Read More
Annual Conference Expections Read More
Jobs preferring or requiring SPHR® certificationSHRM's HR Jobs postings for SPHR certified HR professionals. Read More
Jobs preferring or requiring PHR® certificationSHRM's HR Jobs postings for PHR certified HR professionals. Read More
Specified Credit Hours WorksheetUse this flier to assist you in determining if your continuing education activity qualifies for strategic business management credit. Read More
Recertification Credit TemplateUse this template to assist you with listing sessions offered during your conference & the number of recertification credit that has been approved for each session. Provide completed template to attendees to assist them with tracking sessions they participate in. Read More
Recertification: Think Strategic Business Management PresentationThe Recertification: Think Strategic Business Management presentation focuses on earning strategic business management credits. We define strategic business management recertification credits, explain why SPHR's must earn this credit type and provide examples of activities that count towards strategic business management credit. You can review this presentation while listening to our archive webinar hosted by one of our own HR content managers. Access the Recertification: Think Strategic Business Management Webinar at http://shrm.adobeconnect.com/sbm/. Read More
Tips for Earning Credit Hours FlierUse this flier to assist you in finding eligible recertification activities that are at little or no cost to you. There are many of HR activities you can participate in to earn your recertification credits needed without spending a great deal. Read More
Application DeadlinesApplication open for Dec 2010/Jan 2011 exam periodRegistration deadline October 8, 2010. Late deadline November 12, 2010 (Additional fees apply).This is the last testing period before the eligibility requirements change.
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