Certifications

WHY THE PHR/SPHR CERTIFICATION?

HR certification is a career-long commitment that proves to your peers and your organization that you are driven to be successful in HR management. Earning your HR credentials can . . .

• Increase your professional confidence
• Set you apart from your peers
• Result in greater respect from the organization in which you work

Organizations that employ certified HR professionals can be assured that their certified employees understand and can apply forward thinking employment practices and policies and are staying abreast of changes in the field through recertification.

HR certification is an excellent method to demonstrate your abilities, experience, education and skill set, and reflects the value you can bring to an organization.  

OTHER CERTIFICATION PREPARATION RESOURCES

Regardless of your education or years of experience as an HR professional, it is always beneficial to do some preparation before taking any of the HR Certification exams.  To assist you in this, we've compiled several study resources together on this site to help make your preparation for the PHR or SPHR exam more comprehensive and efficient.  Check out the "CERTIFICATION PAGES" menu item on the right hand side of this page.  There you will find a summary of the Certification process steps, including how to get started and things to consider before choosing an exam, as well as a compilation of books, websites and other resources that are intended to help you in your study process.  Unfortunately, using these resources won't guarantee you will pass the exam, but hopefully they will assist you in doing so! 

Good luck!