The HR Certification Institute, established in 1976, is an internationally recognized certifying organization for the human resource profession.
Today, more than 115,000 HR professionals worldwide proudly maintain the HR Certification Institute’s credentials as a mark of high professional distinction.
The HR Certification Institute is a global leader in developing rigorous exams to demonstrate mastery and real-world application of forward-thinking HR practices, policies and principles.
We offer three certifications for practicing HR professionals:
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR®)
- Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®)
- Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR®)
In addition, we offer a California-based certification that augments the PHR and SPHR certifications. This certification focuses on HR knowledge specific to California HR laws and practices.
