Click here for the 2011 PHR, SPHR, GPHR Certification Handbook
(please scroll down for the 2011 Exam and Fee Schedule)
For more information on the benefits of certification and the tools available to assist you in becoming certified, please contact Kathleen Foley, HR Martin County Certification Chair
SPRING 2011 HR MARTIN COUNTY CERTIFICATION PREP COURSE
CLASS SCHEDULE FOR THE
MAY 1, 2011 - JUNE 30, 2011 TESTING WINDOW
Please direct inquiries to: Kathleen Foley at kfoley@donovan-ent.com
Class Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Date Module Instructor
Wednesday, March 2nd HR Development Lara Alameddine, PHR
Location: Workforce Development Board fo the Treasure Coast (aka Workforce Solutions)
Address: 584 SW University Blvd., Suite 10, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Phone: 772-335-3030 Ext. 406 or 561-308-9783 (Lara Alameddine work and cell phone #'s)
Wednesday, March 30th Risk Management Kim McCollam, SPHR
Location: Donovan Enterprises*
Wednesday, April 6 Workforce Planning & Employment Becky Withstandley, PHR
Location: Donovan Enterprises*
Wednesday, April 13 Strategic Management Jennifer Desmangles, SPHR
Location: Donovan Enterprises*
Wednesday, April 20 Total Rewards Denice Polselli, PHR
Location: Donovan Enterprises*
Wednesday, April 27 Employee & Labor Relations Tom Caruso, SPHR
Location: Donovan Enterprises*
*Location: Donovan Enterprises - 3353 SE Gran Park Way, Commerce Park, Stuart, FL 34997
Phone: 772-286-3350 (Kathleen Foley)
HR Certification Institute Eligibility Requirements to Change in 2011
New certification requirements focus on more education and practical experience
Beginning in 2011, the eligibility requirements for the HR Certification Institute professional credentials will change, increasing the education level and years of practical experience necessary to earn the certifications.
The changes regard the Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), and Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR) certifications.
“Committed to higher standards and recognizing that certification advances the HR profession, we completed a through benchmarking study and weighed the recommendations from more than 14,000 HR professionals, business leaders, students, and academicians,” said Mary E. Power, CAE, executive director of the HR Certification Institute. “Our certifications are re-evaluated every three to five years to ensure that our credentials behind someone’s name are providing the highest level of value to them and their HR career.”
The eligibility changes include:
- PHR eligibility requirements – four years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with less than a Bachelor’s degree; two years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or one year of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Master’s degree or higher.
- SPHR eligibility requirements – seven years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with less than a Bachelor’s degree; five years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or four years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Master’s degree or higher.
- GPHR eligibility requirements – four years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience (with two of the four being global HR experience) with less than a Bachelor’s degree; three years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience (with 2 of the 3 being global HR experience) with a Bachelor’s degree; or two years of demonstrated global exempt-level HR experience with a Master’s degree or higher.
- Students – will not be eligible to sit for the certification exams until they have the required level of exempt work experience for their education level.
- Current certified HR professionals – who would like to recertify by exam in 2011 or after must meet the new eligibility requirements in order to take the exam, even if they are eligible for the exam under current standards.
The new eligibility requirements reflect the need for both knowledge and experience to master the body of knowledge of these important certifications. Obtaining and maintaining HR certification demonstrates a career-long commitment and gives HR professionals a competitive advantage in the job market.
For more information about the HR Certification Institute and the new eligibility requirements for PHR, SPHR or GPHR credentials, please visit www.hrci.org.
Why should I be certified as an HR professional?
Human resource certification is the symbol of professional achievement. Beyond experience and education, the PHR or SPHR designation signifies that you have mastered the HR body of knowledge. The Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) maintains the nationally recognized standards set by individuals working in the profession.
What is the difference between PHR and SPHR?
Two levels of certification are available: Professional in Human Resources (PHR)and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR).
The SPHR is generally considered to be appropriate for HR professionals with at least six years of experience. The PHR exam consists of HR generalist information at the operational/technical level. The SPHR exam addresses HR generalist information at the strategic and policy level.
What qualifications are necessary to take the certification exam?
To be eligible for either PHR or SPHR certification, you must have a minimum of two to four years of exempt-level HR experience, specifically, as a practitioner, educator, researcher or consultant. HRCI strongly recommends that candidates taking the PHR exam have two to four years of exempt-level HR experience, and candidates seeking SPHR certification have at least six years of exempt-level HR experience.
What if I don't have enough work experience to qualify for the PHR/SPHR exam?
You may able to take the certification exam if you are an active student or recent graduate. Students and recent graduates are eligible to take the PHR exam no earlier than one year efore their graduation, and no later than one year after it.
Upon passing the exam, the candidate is not considered a PHR until he or she gains two years of exempt-level work experience in the HR field. A current student or recent graduate who already has two years of exempt-level work experience may not take the exam under the student category.
Do I have to be a member of SHRM to become certified?
You do not have to be a member of SHRM in order to qualify for certification or to use the PHR or SPHR designations upon successful completion of the exam.
How do I decide whether I should take the PHR or SPHR exam?
Exams for both the PHR and SPHR require two to four years of exempt-level HR experience. Although the eligibility requirement is the same, the focus of the certification levels is quite different. A candidate should choose the exam that most accurately reflects the type of experience he or she has. For example, the PHR exam focuses on the technical and operational aspects of HR, while the SPHR exam is more strategic and policy-oriented and requires more in-depth general management and applied HR knowledge.
HRCI strongly recommends that candidates attempting the PHR exam have two to four years of exempt-level HR experience, and that candidates attempting the SPHR exam have at least six years of exempt-level HR experience.
How do I apply for certification?
All candidates should first read the latest HRCI Certification Information Handbook before applying for the examination. Candidates can register for the next available examination online or complete a paper application. To request a handbook, please use our online form or write HRCI at hrci@shrm.org. Please be sure to include your name, mailing address and phone number on all correspondence.
How long is my certification valid?
Your PHR or SPHR designation is valid for three years after the date of your examination. After that, you must seek recertification to maintain your PHR or SPHR credentials.
2011 Exam Schedules and Fees
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Testing Dates
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Applications Accepted
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Late Applications Accepted*
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Spring
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PHR/SPHR
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May 1-June 30, 2011
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Jan. 10, 2011 - Mar. 11, 2011
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Mar. 12 - April 15, 2011
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GPHR/CA
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May 1 - May 31, 2011
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Jan. 10, 2011 - Mar. 11, 2011
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Mar. 12 - April 15, 2011
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Winter
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PHR/SPHR
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Dec. 1, 2011-Jan. 31, 2012
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July 11, 2011 - Oct. 7, 2011
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Oct. 8 - Nov. 11, 2011
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GPHR/CA
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Dec. 1-31, 2011
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July 11, 2011 - Oct. 7, 2011
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Oct. 8 - Nov. 11, 2011
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*A US$75.00 nonrefundable late fee is applied to all applications submitted during this time.
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PHR
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SPHR
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GPHR
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PHR-CA/ SPHR-CA
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Price
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US$300
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$US425
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US$425
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US$325
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SHRM Member Price
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US$250
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US$375
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US$375
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US$275
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All prices include a US$75 nonrefundable application fee.
A US$75 nonrefundable late fee will be applied on applications received after the regular deadline.
SHRM Member Rates:To receive the reduced national SHRM member rate, you must have a current SHRM membership and provide your SHRM membership number on the application when you submit it.
Optional Service Fees:
- Exam Level Change (PHR to SPHR) U.S. $125
(You may change exam levels only once in an exam period)
- Review Exam Scores U.S. $50
- Duplicate Score Report/Replacement Certificates U.S. $25
- Optional service fees are not refundable.
This information and much more, including how to register for the exams and testing sites, is located at www.hrci.org.
