UNDERSTANDING, CHOOSING AND REGISTERING FOR AN EXAM

It is essential to have an understanding of the PHR and SPHR exams' structure and purpose, as well as the examination process in order to best prepare yourself.  The following information is intended to provide this overview.

HUMAN RESOURCES CERTIFICATION INSTITUTE (HRCI) 2010 CERTIFICATION HANDBOOK:

http://hrci.org/uploadedFiles/Content/Resource_Library/Certification_Han...

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HANDBOOK:

• Benefits of certification:  page 3
• Choosing an exam:  page  4
• Planning for the exam (dates, locations, etc):  page 12
• Registering for the exam:  page 14
• Scheduling a test date:  www.prometric.com/hrci and click on “Schedule a Test.” or call Prometric at (800) 467-9582.
• Day of the exam:  page 26
• Getting your test results:  page 29