RECERTIFICATION:It’s Easier Than You Think

Note: There is no recertification credit awarded for attending viewing this presentation.

Goals

• Why recertify?

• Categories

• Specified hours

• Recertification updates

• Low Cost Ways to Recertify

• Other Recertification Resources

Why should I Recertify?

• The HR Field is constantly evolving

• Required to retain use of HR credentials

• Getting certified was not easy

• Endows your certification with credibility

• Validates your HR experience and continuous learning

• Shows commitment to HR profession and continued mastery of the field

Why should I recertify?

Requirements

• HRBP ® /PHR ® – 60 HR Credits;

• HRMP ® /SPHR ® – 15 Business, 45 HR Credits;

• GPHR ® – 15 Global, 45 HR Credits;

• PHR/SPHR-CA – 15 California, in addition to the specifications above;

• You recertify every 3 years!

Categories60 recertification credit hours are required every three years

Recertification Categories Recertification Credit Hours

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 hours max

OR you may take the exam again (at current certification level–before your certification

cycle ends).

Category OverviewCONTINUING EDUCATION•Concurrent sessions (conference)•Seminars and workshops•College and university HR courses•Webcasts and e-learning

INSTRUCTION•Presentation of a HR related subject•Instructor of an HR course•Presenter at a conference session

ON-THE-JOB PROJECTS• Research and design a new benefit plan• Research, design and implement a

diversity program

Category OverviewRESEARCH/PUBLISHING• Articles published in journal or periodical

solely written by the certificant• Co-authored or edited work

LEADERSHIP

• Use your HR expertise to further a volunteer organization’s mission

• Chairing a committee • Mentoring• Holding a board position

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP• Being a member of a national/international

HR-related professional association

Continuing EducationRecertification

• All 60 credit hours can be earned in this category

• Videoconferences, audiotapes, webcasts/webinars, e-books and podcasts have a 20 hour maximum

• No limits on e-Learning

Calculating HoursTips on Calculating Credits

• Ensure topic is HR-related

• Round recertification credits to nearest quarter hour

• Determine full length of activity

• Subtract non-education contact time

• Programming must be at least 1 hour in length

Instruction/TeachingRecertification

• Earn credits for teaching an HR-related course

• Credit is awarded the 1st time you perform an activity

• Other activities that can earn credits here:– Leading an HR workshop/training session at work– Leading a performance management seminar– Teaching a sexual harassment workshop

• Presentations on company policies would not be eligible for credit

On the JobRecertification

• Credit is awarded the 1st time you perform an activity

• The activity must add to your HR Knowledge

• Other activities that can earn credits are:– Implementation of a new HRIS system– Development of an employee handbook– Development/Implementation of an AAP– Development of a disaster recovery plan– Conduct a benefit program needs assessment– Conduct job analyses to create job descriptions

Research/PublishingRecertification

• Credits can be earned by conducting primary research on an HR-related topic and then by getting those results published

• Articles must be published in a journal or periodical

• Other activities that can earn credits are:– Contribution to a published textbook (20 hrs)– Development of an HR video (10 hrs)– Participation in an HR-related blog (.50/2 hrs per cycle)

• All research must by conducted and focused outside of your organization to be eligible

Leadership

Recertification

• Credits can be earned through contributions to the HR Profession outside the workplace

• Activities must have a direct HR-link (Boy/Girl Scouts or Homeowner Associations would not qualify)

• Other activities that can earn credits here:– Officer position on a board– Participation in a structured mentoring program– Writing letters to Congress on an HR issue

MembershipRecertification

• Credits can be earned if you are a member of a national or international HR-related professional association or society

• NEW: Membership for local chapters qualify for credit

• 3 hours of credit are awarded per year• 6/1/2013—7/31/2014: 3 credit hours

• Organizations that can earn credits examples:– World at Work Membership– ASTD Membership

Specified Hours

HRMP ® /SPHR®

• 15 Business recertification credit hours• 45 HR recertification credit hours

GPHR®

• 15 Global recertification credit hours• 45 HR recertification credit hours

CALIFORNIA*• 15 California-specific recertification

credit hours• 45 HR recertification credit hours* (or

additional specified credit requirement)

Business Recertification

• Business credits cover HR responsibilities that fall outside the traditional HR function

• Require learning about the business or enter into a partnership with another department for the activity

• Have an impact on the organization’s mission, vision, values, bottom line, policies or strategic goals and objectives

• If the subject matter of the activity is covered in one of the other 5 domains, then it would not qualify for business credit

Determining Business Questions to Determine Business Credit

• Did the activity help to advance the mission of your organization?

• Did the activity impact the organization’s bottom line?

• Was the activity grass-roots or legislative in nature?

• Did the activity help influence a major organizational change?

• Tie to the Business section of the HR Body of Knowledge

Global Defined Recertification credits which are specific to global practices

Tie to the GPHR Body of Knowledge

California

Defined Recertification credits which are specific to California HR practices

Tie to the California Body of Knowledge

Multiple Credentials

Synchronize certification cycle with the first certification obtained (with prorated credit-hour requirements to accomplish this).

MULTIPLE CREDENTIAL CYCLE SAMPLE

1st credential obtained SPHR

Recertification cycle (example) 06/30/10–06/30/13

2nd credential obtained GPHR

Recertification cycle (example) 06/30/11–06/30/13

Recertification credit hours requirement

35 (HR); 15 (Business); 10 (Global)

Recertification fees:• First certification: US$150

• Additional certification: US$50 (unless certification was acquired during the last 6 months of original certification)

DocumentingOnline Profile

Update your contact information (as needed)

Report recertification activities as they occur

Keep documentation of activities you participate in; this will be needed in the event you are audited (or upload)!

Apply for online recertification after 60 recertification credit hours are acquired AND as long as you have been certified for at least 12 months

Changes to the Recertification Process

• “Suspended” status to replace “Lapsed” status• Easy tracking of the recertification credits• Recertification Cycle – tied to Birthday month

Visit Recert Connection blog on www.hrci.org to learn more about these changes with the new and better system.

How to Submit Your Recertification Activities

Suspended Status

Birthday Rule

• Your new recertification date will be the end of your birth month.

• This will allow you to more easily remember when your recert cycle ends (just like your driver’s license).

• This will spread your workload out evenly throughout the year, allowing us to provide better and timelier service.

Late Submissions

Time Recertification Fee Additional Fee Total Fees

On/before certification cycle end date USD 150 N/A USD150

1–12 months after certification cycle end dateSuspended Status in effect

N/A USD100 USD250

>12months after certification cycle end date, certification expires.

Pay full exam fees.

Please check www.hrci.org for latest fees and updates.

Planning

Tips• Know your recertification end date!

• Recertification begins as soon as you become certified;

• Keep in mind the specified credits hours;

• Refer to the Body of Knowledge to answer, “Will this add to my HR knowledge?”

• Keep up to date on changes that are coming from HRCI – email, print and announcements on our website

Alternate ResourcesNumerous sources to answer your recertification questions

• Recertification presentations

•Call or email recertification questions

• Go to our website at www.hrci.org Recertification Handbook Recertification presentation Business management pointers Get recertified the low-cost way flier Searchable directory of pre-approved activities (Events do not have to be

pre-approved to be accepted for recertification credits) Recert Connection Blog

• Visit our Facebook page and LinkedIn groups to connect with other certified HR professionals and find out how they are recertifying

FAQ’sIf I submit my application well before my recertification due date, will my recertification cycle change?

No, you will retain your original cycle dates. You may not “roll over” credit earned prior to your next cycle.

Do programs have to be pre-approved by the HR Certification Institute to earn recertification credits?

We award recertification credits for all HR-related educational events, whether the program has been pre-approved. The benefit of pre-approved programs provides certificants a guarantee on the number of and specific recertification credits earned.

Do I need a program ID in order to submit my activities?

In the event that you do not have a program ID, you can always enter this information online as a “self-reported activity”. You will need to enter the program title, date of event, number of credit hours and credit type such as HR, Business, or Global.

FAQ’sIs it correct that I do not need to submit supporting documentation to the application, I just need to list the educational seminars I have attended?

Yes. Although, it is not necessary to submit supporting documentation. The system allows you to upload and retain documentation for your records. The Institute randomly audits recertification applications, if selected, documentation is needed for reported activities .

What happens if the HR Certification Institute does not accept an activity for recertification credits?

Should the reviewer have questions regarding your recertification application, we will allow you to provide clarification of your submission or submit other activities (that occur within your certification cycle) for consideration.

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• July 24th in Houston, TX for more info go to hrci.org/voices-houston

Will HRCI continue to award recertification credits to any SHRM-Related events?

Are my credentials going away?

How can I find up to date information on how to recertify?

FAQ’s addressed at Upcoming Town Halls

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