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​Information on Various Types of HR Certifications

The Professional in Human Resources Certification (PHR) demonstrates mastery of the technical and operational aspects of HR practices and U.S. laws and regulations.

 

Eligibility Requirements:

 

  • A minimum of 1 year of experience in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with a Master's degree or higher, OR

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with a Bachelor's degree, OR

  • A minimum of 4 years of experience in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with a high school diploma

 

 

 

The Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certificaation is recognized as a credential for those who have mastered the strategic and policy-making aspects of HR management in the United States.

 

Eligibility Requirements:

 

  • A minimum of 4 years of experience in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with a Master's degree or higher, OR

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with a Bachelor's degree, OR

  • A minimum of 7 years of experience in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with a high school diploma

The Global Professional In Human Resources (GPHR) is a globally relevant credential that is designed to validate the knowledge and skills of an HR professional who operates in a global marketplace.

 

Eligibility Requirements:

 

  • A minimum of 2 years of global experience in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with a Master's degree or higher, OR

  • A minimum of 3 years of experience (with 2 of the 3 being global HR experience) in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with a Bachelor's degree, OR

  • A minimum of 4 years of experience (with 2 of the 4 being global HR experience) in an exempt-level (professional) HR position with less than a Bachelor's degree

 

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