ADVANCE YOUR CAREER WITH HR CERTIFICATIONS

Presented by:Stephanie Runyan, PHR

HR Products ManagerHR Certification Institute

No recertification credits are awarded for attending this presentation

Stephanie Runyan, PHR, is the HR Products Manager.She was also the Recertification Supervisor for HR Certification Institute since August of 2010.  As the Recertification Supervisor, she managed the Recertification and Approved Provider/Approved for Credit programs for the Institute.

 Stephanie has more than 6 years of HR experience that includes earning her PHR in January of 2009.  Previously, Stephanie has worked as an HR Generalist for an engineering firm in Virginia and as an HR Manager for a law firm in Washington, D.C.  Stephanie has a BS in English from the University of North Carolina – Greensboro and is working on her Master in Human Resource Development from Villanova University.

PRESENTER’S BIO

TODAY’S AGENDA

About HR Certification• What is HR Certification?• Value of HR Certification• Benefits of HR Certification

About the HR Certification InstituteHR Certification Exams

• A Global Certified Community• Exam Eligibility Requirements• Exam Development Process• Credential Portfolio• Certification Exam Information• Certification Exam Fees• Application Steps

Exam Preparation ResourcesRecertificationFinancial AssistanceContact Information

Certification is made of 4 key components:

» Eligibility through a combination of professional HR experience and formal education;

» Adherence to a professional ethical standard;

» Demonstrated applied knowledge and skills through exam;

» Ongoing professional development through recertification.

WHAT IS HR CERTIFICATION?

Certification is achieved and maintained by:

• Meeting work and education requirements

• Passing an experience based exam

• Meeting recertification requirements by staying current in the field (60 credits in a three year cycle)

WHAT IS HR CERTIFICATION?

ON HIRINGof employers state that a certified job applicant has a greater hiring advantage than a non-certified job applicant.

of employers state that a certified HR professional is more likely to be considered for promotion than a non-certified HR professional.

of employers believe that a certified HR professional has greater job security than a non-certified HR professional.

VALUE OF HR CERTIFICATION

96%

91% ON PROMOTION

ON JOB SECURITY

81%

INDIVIDUAL

• Competitive advantage

• Mastery of HR knowledge and dedication

• Recognition from peers and organization

• Assists in job search and business

• Network with HR professionals

BENEFITS OF HR CERTIFICATION

ORGANIZATION

BENEFITS OF HR CERTIFICATION

• Competitive advantage with certified staff• Certified staff are more driven and has a

greater sense of ownership• Assurance for clients brought about by

credibility of certified staff

RESULTS• Long run operational efficiencies• Strategic progress

ABOUT THE HR CERTIFICATION INSTITUTE

MISSIONDevelop and deliver the highest quality certification programs that validate mastery in the field of human resource management and contribute to the continued improvement of individual and organizational performance.

HISTORY1976 Began certifying HR professionals (PHR® and SPHR®)2004 GPHR® exam launched2005 Online recertification process started2007 California exam introduced2008 Online approved provider directory launched2010 Final year under old exam eligibility requirements2011 New exam eligibility requirements commence2012 Launch of global credentials – HRBP and HRMP

HR certification exams offered:

• PHR® - Professional in Human Resources

• SPHR® - Senior Professional in Human Resources

• GPHR® - Global Professional in Human Resources

• PHR-CA/ SPHR-CA - California certification (needs to

be PHR- or SPHR- certified to take the exam)

• HRBPSM

- Human Resource Business Professional

• HRMPSM - Human Resource Management Professional

HR CERTIFICATION EXAMS

Certificantsare growingin numbers

A GLOBAL CERTIFIED COMMUNITY

130,000+100 countries

PHR

70,526SPHR

50,053GPHR

1,440CA

911

HRBP

229HRMP

344MULTI

1,377

1 year of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Master’s degree or higher2 years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Bachelor’s degree4 years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with less than a Bachelor’s degree

4 years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Master’s degree or higher5 years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Bachelor’s degree7 years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with less than a Bachelor’s degree

2 years of demonstrated global exempt-level HR experience with a Master’s degree or higher3 years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience (with 2 of the 3 being global HR experience) with a Bachelor’s degree4 years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience (with 2 of the 4 being global HR experience) with less than a Bachelor’s degree

EXAM ELIGBILITY REQUIREMENTS

For the Domestic Credentials:

PHR

SPHR

GPHR

Why Add California Certification?

• Proves your expertise on ever-changing laws and regulations

• Gives a distinctive competitive advantage and professional credibility in California HR

• Demonstrates commitment to maintaining knowledge of California laws.

• Assists in job search and business• Results in recognition from peers and

organization• Creates networking opportunities with other HR

professionals

1 year of demonstrated professional HR experience with a Master’s degree or global equivalent;2 years of demonstrated professional HR experience with a Bachelor’s degree or global equivalent;4 years of demonstrated professional HR experience with less than a Bachelor’s degree.

4 years of demonstrated professional HR experience with a Master’s degree or global equivalent;5 years of demonstrated professional HR experience with a Bachelor’s degree or global equivalent;7 years of demonstrated professional HR experience with less than a Bachelor’s degree.

EXAM ELIGBILITY REQUIREMENTS

For the Global Credentials:

HRBP

HRMP

STEP 1Develop current standards in HR knowledge + practicesSTEP 2Validates HR knowledge + practices with HR practitionersSTEP 3Develop exam questionsSTEP 4Validate exam questions

EXAM DEVELOPMENT PROCESS

Certified volunteers are critical to every phase of the exam development process. Once you are certified, we welcome your involvement.

EXAMS PHR® SPHR® GPHR® California

Contents Operational & tactical

Strategic/Policy International HR practices, assignment

& management

California laws & practices

Pass Rates 59–67% 52–60% 56–70% 52–72%

Format 175 multiple-choice questions

175 multiple-choice questions

165 multiple-choice questions

125 multiple-choice questions

Duration 3 hours 3 hours 3 hours 2 hours & 15 minutes

Application Dates (refer to www.hrci.org for latest info.)

SPRING 2014 Early registration period: January 29–March 26, 2014Late registration period: March 27–April 30, 2014

WINTER 2014Early registration period: June–October 2014Late registration period: October–November 2014

Exam Periods SPRINGMay 1–June 30

WINTERDecember 1–January 31

SPRINGMay 1–31

WINTERDecember 1–31

CERTIFICATION EXAM INFORMATION

EXAMS HRBP HRMP

Contents Operational & tactical, regardless of geographic region

Strategic/Policy,regardless of geographic region

Format 170 multiple-choice questions 130 multiple-choice questions

Duration 3 hours 15 minutes 2 hours 30 minutes

Application Dates WINTER 2014

Early registration period: 1 April- 11 June 2014Late registration period: 12 June- 16 July 2014

SPRING 2014 (to be confirmed)Early registration period: October- December 2014Late registration period: December 2014- January 2015

Exam Periods 1–31 March (Spring)1–30 September (Winter)

CERTIFICATION EXAM INFORMATION

PHR® SPHR® GPHR® HRBP HRMP

HR Professional 400 USD 525 USD 525 USD 275 USD 375 USD

AssociationMember 350 USD 475 USD 475 USD 250 USD 350 USD

Note: A 75 USD late fee will be incurred after regular deadline.

CERTIFICATION EXAM FEES

STEP 1: Go to www.hrci.org

STEP 2: Complete application and payment

* STEP 3: Receive Authorization To Test (ATT) Letter (only for HRBP/HRMP)

STEP 4: Schedule Exam

STEP 5: Take Exam

STEP 6: Receive Results

For HRBP and HRMP applicants, they are required to complete an extra step --- Credential Readiness Assessment (CRA).

APPLICATION STEPS

Bodies of KnowledgeGet familiar with the bodies of knowledge (www.hrci.org).

Official Certification GuidebooksAvailable for PHR®, SPHR®, GPHR® and California certification exams. Purchase from iShop (ishop.hrci.org), SHRM Store and leading book stores.

Online Assessment ExamsAvailable for PHR®, SPHR®, GPHR® and California certification exams. Consists of actual retired exam questions.Assess your level of HR knowledge and experience.

Test-Your-Knowledge Quizzes10-question quiz with answers and rationale (www.hrci.org).

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Social Networks FREE

Approach our groups on LinkedIn, Facebook and SHRM Connect to form study groups or study tips.

EXAM PREPARATION RESOURCES

SHRM Learning SystemsSHRM Learning System® and SHRM Global Learning System ®

Local Professional ChaptersContact your local SHRM, industry (CUPA-HR, etc.), or affinity (NAAAHR, etc.) Chapters. They often form study groups or classes to help members prepare for certification exams.

College/University Sponsored CoursesMany local college + universities offer semester-long or condensed courses to help prepare for the exam. Visit your local university website or www.shrm.org for more information.

Certification Preparation CoursesSHRM has numerous certification preparation courses or search online for other providers of certification preparation courses.

EXAM PREPARATION RESOURCES

RECERTIFICATION

60 recertification credits are required every three years

• Helps achieve HR knowledge and skills• Stays current with the changing HR trends,

policies and practices in HR field• Recertification categories:

Continuing Education (no max.)InstructionOn-the-Job ExperienceResearch/PublishingHR Leadership RolesProfessional Membership

Or retake the exam!

SHRM Foundation

Your Employer

Local Professional Chapters

80 certification scholarships (worth US$750 each) are available for SHRM members.

Many organizations reimburse the HR certification exam fees through employee assistance or professional development programs.

Many local SHRM chapters offer their own certification scholarships. Check with the chapter in your area for more details.

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