The Senior Professional in Human Resources® (SPHR®) is designed for leaders who shape HR strategy and policy, align people practices with business goals, and guide organizational direction in the United States.
Start Your ApplicationTo be eligible for the SPHR, you’ll need to meet one of the following criteria: Have at least four years of experience in a professional-level HR role, plus a master’s degree or higher; have at least five years of experience in a professional-level HR role, plus a bachelor’s degree; or have at least seven years of experience in a professional-level HR role.
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SPHR Certification Overview
SPHR certification signals your credibility as a strategic HR leader, ready to guide decisions and drive business outcomes.
Exam Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes (plus 30 minutes administration time)
Exam Length: 115 scored questions (mostly multiple-choice) + 25 pretest questions
Computer-based exam at a Pearson VUE testing center or at your home or office using OnVUE
Exam Fee*: $495.00 + Application Fee: $100.00
* Once an exam application is approved, no refunds will be made whether a candidate withdraws or no longer wishes to take the exam.
Recertification
Your SPHR certification is valid for three years after testing. To maintain your SPHR credential, you must earn 45 HR and 15 Business recertification credits (60 total) over a three-year time span or retake the exam.
About RecertificationExplore the resources below for more information on HRCI exams.
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