PHR/SPHR Certification

NEWS FLASH!!!

There are only two exam-testing periods left before the eligibility requirements for the PHR, SPHR and GPHR change – May-June 2010 and Dec. 2010-Jan. 2011.
Currently, applicants must have two years of professional (exempt-level) HR work experience to be eligible but beginning with the 2011 May-June testing period, applicants will have to demonstrate a combination of work experience and education to be eligible.

Following are the new eligibility requirements for each certification exam.

PHR Eligibility	SPHR Eligibility	GPHR Eligibility
1 year of demonstrated professional (exempt-level) HR experience with a Master’s degree or higher 2 years of demonstrated professional (exempt-level) HR experience with a Bachelor’s degree 4 years of demonstrated professional (exempt-level) HR experience with less than a Bachelor’s degree	4 years of demonstrated professional (exempt-level) HR experience with a Master’s degree or higher 5 years of demonstrated professional (exempt-level) HR experience with a Bachelor’s degree 7 years of demonstrated professional (exempt-level) HR experience with less than a Bachelor’s degree	2 years of demonstrated global professional (exempt-level) HR experience with a Master’s degree or higher 3 years of demonstrated professional (exempt-level) HR experience (with 2 of the 3 being global HR experience) with a Bachelor’s degree 4 years of demonstrated professional (exempt-level) HR experience (with 2 of the 4 being global HR experience) with less than a Bachelor’s degree

What is Certification?
The PHR and SPHR certifications are awarded by SHRM's Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). Certification demonstrates the holder has mastered the increasingly complex human resource body of knowledge and accepted the professional challenge to stay abreast of new developments in the HR field.

Who is certified?
Since SHRM began credentialing HR professional in 1976, the number of certified HR practitioners in the United States has risen each year and now numbers over 36,000. HR professionals in all industries and at all levels of experience are becoming credentialed at an increasing rate.

What's in it for me?
Your rewards are recognition of your achievement through the use of PHR or SPHR designation, the distinction of being on the leading edge of your profession and the satisfaction of knowing you have mastered the HR body of knowledge.

What are the requirements for certification?
To qualify for the PHR and SPHR certifications, you must pass a comprehensive, 250-question examination and meet the following experience and educational requirements:

Professional in Human Resources (PHR) candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of exempt human resource management experience.

Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of exempt human resource management.

How can I prepare for the exam?
Work Study groups are led by certified HR professionals. This is an opportunity for HR professionals to teach and earn recertification credits as well. To participate as an attendee or as an instructor, contact Robin Grobsmith, at 729-6117.

How can I find out more about Certification?
Contact SHRM's Human Resource Certification Institute at 800-283-7476 or visit http://www.hrci.org/

Download a slideshow on the benefits and process of becoming certified.
Right mouse click on the link and choose the "Save As" option to download the Powerpoint slideshow to your computer. Download Certification.ppt

SPHR/PHR certification?
Interested in a study group/class regarding SPHR/PHR certification? Voice
your interest to Robin.Grobsmith@eglin.af.mil

Recertification tips!
First time recertification applicants are often unsure where and how to enter their activities. This video takes you through the process
step-by-step. www.hrci.org/recertification/vrt/

Looking for Pre-Approved Recertification Activities in Your Area?
Go to www.hrci.org/cepreapprovals/sdae to access our online directory of
pre-approved programs and search for classes and activities near you.