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Advance Your HR Career withProfessional Certification
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Everything You Wanted to Know
Overview of HR Certification Importance of certification
Certification vs. certificate program
Facts about the HR Certification Institute
Credentials Offered
PHR, SPHR and GPHR exams PHR-CA/SPHR-CA certification program
Exam question development
Steps to Become Certified Eligibility
Applying for the exam Exam preparation
Maintaining Your certification
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What is a Certification?
Certification is a designation from a professional certifying agencythat is earned and maintained Earned by passing a test or other evaluation tool, and Maintainedby earning a minimum number of professional development
and continuing education credits within a specified time period
Certification requires 3 Es1. Proven Experience,2. Education requirements, and3. Passing an Exam
Certification is different from a certificate program A certificate program presents a certificate document presented at the
end of a training program to indicate attendance. A certificate program does not require recertification.
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Facts about the HR Certification Institute
The HR Certification Institute is an independent, internationallyrecognized certifying body for the HR profession. Requires professionals to demonstrate their expertise in the core
principles of HR practice and the application of those principles. An affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Does not endorse any test preparation programs.
Over 30+ years of experience certifying HR professionals
Nearly 30,000 applications received in 2008
More than 98,000 certified 55% are SHRM members 57% are PHR-certified 43% are SPHR-certified Over 1000 GPHR-certified
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Three Core Certifications Available
1. PHR*: Focuses on the technical and operational aspectsof human resource practices, U.S. laws and regulations.
2. SPHR*: Based on the strategic and policy-makingaspects of domestic HR management.
3. GPHR: Focuses on the skills and knowledge necessaryto successfully operate in a global marketplace. In addition, the GPHR exam covers major local employment
laws from Canada, China, the European Union, India, theUnited Kingdom and the United States.
You can hold the GPHR and either the PHR or the SPHRsimultaneously
* PHR and SPHR exams are based on US laws and regulations
Not sure which exam to take?
Take a FREE on-line quiz at ww.hrci.org/certification/quiz/
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PHR, SPHR Exams
PHR and SPHR
Two testing windows per year: May-June and Dec-Jan
225 questions (200 scored & 25 pretest)
Four hours, structured testing environment (similar to the Bar
Exam, SAT, GMAT, etc.)
Exam Pass Rates
PHR 64 - 68%
SPHR 55 - 58%
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PHR & SPHR Body of Knowledge
Both the PHR and SPHR cover the same body ofknowledge; HOWEVER the number of questions fromeach functional area differ on the two exams.
Content Covered: Strategic management Workforce planning and employment Human resource development Total rewards Employee and labor relations Risk Management
All exams are based on experienced-based knowledgenot memorization of facts
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PHR: Break Down of Exam Questions
The focus of the PHR exam is on the technical andoperational aspects of the following areas:
12%
26%
17%
16%
22%
7%
Strategic management
Workforce planning andemployment
Human resource
development
Total Rew ards
Employee and labor
relations
Risk Management
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SPHR: Break Down of Exam Questions
The SPHR focuses on strategic management content
29% of the 225 questions are under strategic management
29%
17%
17%
12%
18%
7%
Strategic
management
Workforce planning
and employment
Human resource
development
Total Rew ards
Employee and labor
relations
Risk Management
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GPHR Body of Knowledge
The GPHR Body of Knowledge Covers: Strategic HR Management 26%
Global Talent Acquisition and Mobility 22%
Global Compensation and Benefits 18%
Organizational Effectiveness & Talent Development 22% Workforce Relations and Risk Management 12%
Other GPHR Details: Two testing windows per year: May and December
165 questions (150 scored & 15 pretest)
Three hours, structured testing environment
68% pass rate
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PHR-CA/SPHR-CA Certification
The California certification is designed to augment theexperience-based PHR and SPHR credentials and focuseson knowledge of the laws and practices specific to thestate of California where they differ from federal laws and
practices. Applicant must hold current PHR or SPHR certification
The exam does not test what has already been covered by the PHRor SPHR exam.
Earning the California state-specific credential gives you adistinct competitive advantage
Assures your company or prospective employer that you know thestates intricate regulations
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PHR-CA/SPHR-CA Certification
PHR-CA/SPHR-CA exam offered during two testingwindows per year: May and December
125 questions (100 scored and 25 pretest)
Two hours 15 minutes, structured testing environment
The CA certification exams covers:
Compensation and benefits 26%
Employee and labor relations 46%
Leaves of absence and workers compensation 17%
Health, safety, and security 11%
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Development of Exam Content & Questions
Bodies of Knowledge Each certification is based on a body of knowledge that is derived from a
practice analysis study of what HR practitioners know and be able to applyto be considered a competent HR generalist.
This study is validated
A practice analysis is conducted every 3-5 years to reflect the most currentbody of knowledge
Exam questions are developed by a panel of subject matter experts Every question passes three levels of review:
Item Development
Item Review
Forms Review
Questions are pre-tested before being used as a scored question in theexamination
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Steps To Become HR Certified
Step 1: Determine which exam you are eligible to take
Step 2: Apply for the exam
Step 3: Study, Study, Study
Step 4: Take the exam
Step 5: Maintain your certification
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Step 1: Determine Eligibility
2009 - 2010 Eligibility requirements for PHR, SPHR & GPHR An ideal PHRcandidate
Must have a minimum of two years of exempt-level (professional) generalistexperience.
Has a tactical/logistical orientation. Focuses on program implementation rather than creation.
An ideal SPHRcandidate Must have a minimum of two years of exempt-level (professional) generalist
experience. Ideally four to eight years of progressive exempt-level (professional) experience.
Designs and plans rather than implements. Has extensive knowledge of all aspects of HR and ultimate responsibility in the
HR department.
An ideal GPHRcandidate Must have at least two years of exempt-level (professional) experience. Develops and implements global HR strategies. Manages cross-border HR operations and international assignments.
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Step 1: Determine Eligibility, cont.
New Eligibility Requirements will go into effect with the Spring2011Testing Window
PHR Eligibility SPHR Eligibility GPHR Eligibility
4 years of demonstrated
exempt-level HR experiencewith less than a Bachelors
degree or no degree.
2 years of demonstrated
exempt-level HR experience
with a Bachelors degree
1 year of demonstrated
exempt-level HR experiencewith a Masters degree
7 years of demonstrated
exempt-level HR experiencewith less than a Bachelors
degree or no degree
5 years of demonstrated
exempt-level HR experience
with a Bachelors degree
4 years of demonstrated
exempt-level HR experiencewith a Masters degree
4 years of demonstrated exempt-
level HR experience (with 2 ofthe 4 being global HR experience)
with less than a Bachelors degree
or no degree
3 years of demonstrated exempt-
level HR experience (with 2 of
the 3 being global HR experience)
with a Bachelors degree 2 years of demonstrated global
exempt-level HR experience with
a Masters degree or more
For more information go to www.hrci.org
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Step 2: Apply for the Exam
Step 1: Read the 2009 Certification Handbook
Available online www.hrci.org or by request
Provides details on application process and exam details
Step 2: Apply online at www.hrci.org
2009 registration periods: January 12 March 13 (April 17 late deadline $50 fee)
July 13 October 9 (Nov 13 late deadline $50 fee)
Step 3: Schedule date to take the exam
Schedule as soon as Authorization to Test (ATT) letter has been received
Exam must be taken during testing window for which candidate isscheduled
Appointments may be rescheduled via Prometric during the existing testingwindow by going online or calling
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Step 3: Prepare for the Exam
Read the body of knowledge (test specifications) for the particularexam
Decide on your personal study style (classroom, study groups,online, self-study)
Take the online assessment exam (PHR or SPHR) at www.hrci.org Find a preparation program, if needed (The HR Certification
Institute does not endorse any preparation programs)
Self-study -- SHRM Learning System, SHRM Global LearningSystem, HR textbooks, HR Certification Institute Certification
Guide, etc. Study groups -- chapters, employer groups, etc.
Preparation classes -- universities, SHRM, etc.
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Sixty (60) recertification credit hours are required everythree years. Credit may be earned in the followingcategories:
Continuing Education (no max) Instruction (20 hours max)
On-the-Job Experience (20 hours max)
Research/Publishing (20 hours max)
Leadership (10 hours max)
Professional Membership (10 hour max) ORyou may take the exam again!
Step 4: Maintain Your Certification
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Recertification Resources
Recertification conference calls & presentations
Monthly virtual Recertification Counselor/Virtual StrategicManagement Counselor http://www.hrci.org/recertification/vsm/
http://www.hrci.org/recertification/vrc/
Call or email recertification questions info@hrci.org 1-866-898-4724
Go to our website at www.hrci.org/recertification Recertification Handbook Strategic Pointers Directory of Pre-Approved Programs
Take our virtual tour of the online recertification process http://www.hrci.org/recertification/vrt/
http://www.hrci.org/recertification/vsm/http://www.hrci.org/recertification/vrc/mailto:info@hrci.orgmailto:info@hrci.orghttp://www.hrci.org/recertification/vrc/http://www.hrci.org/recertification/vsm/ -
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Financial Assistance for Certification
There are many scholarship opportunities available forthose pursuing HR certification
SHRM Foundation offers a $750 scholarship to SHRM memberspursuing a college degree or professional certification
Go to www.shrm.org/foundation to learn more
Many local SHRM chapters offer certification scholarships
Check your local chapter
Many employers offer financial reimbursement to employeesseeking continuing education
Contact your benefits manager to see if your employer offersfinancial assistance
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Questions?
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Contact Info: HR Certification Institute
HR Certification Institute
1800 Duke StreetAlexandria, VA 22314
1-866-898- 4724info@hrci.org
www.hrci.org
mailto:info@hrci.orgmailto:info@hrci.org
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