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HR Certification Institute2013 Certification Policies andProcedures HandbookPHR SPHR GPHR PHR-CA SPHR-CA
Table of ContentsMessage from the HR Certification Institute’sChairman of the Board of Directors and theExecutive Director:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Accreditation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Certification Exams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Exam Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Nondiscrimination Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45555QUICK REFERENCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6HR Certification Institute: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Prometric. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62013 CERTIFICATION POLICIES andPROCEDURES HANDBOOKEXAM PERIODS, APPLICATION DEADLINES AND FEES . . . . 7Testing Dates and Application Deadlines. . . . . . . . . . . . 7How to Apply and Schedule YourHR Certification Exam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8PHR ELIGIBILITY. . .SPHR ELIGIBILITY. .GPHR ELIGIBILITY. .PHR-CA / SPHR-CA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ELIGIBILITY. .9999CERTIFICATION OVERVIEWWHAT IS CERTIFICATION? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Components of Professional Certification Programs . 10Why Earn a Credential?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Choosing the Appropriate Exam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Profile of a Candidate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11EXAM OVERVIEW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Pretest Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Phr and Sphr Exams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gphr Exam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Phr-Ca/Sphr-Ca Exam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .How the Exams Are Developed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Passing Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121213131414APPLYING FOR AN EXAMELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Apply and Schedule Early. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Terms and Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Application Confirmation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Application Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Your Authorization to Test Letter (Att). . . . . . . . . . .Address Changes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Name Corrections and Name Changes. . . . . . . . . . . . .Additional Forms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1515151515151616Application Submission Deadlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Exempt-Level (Professional) HR Work Experience . .If Your Job Title Is Not Listed on the Application . . . .Documenting Work Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Exam Application Audit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Special Accommodation Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Payment Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16161617171717SPECIAL SERVICE FEES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Exam Type Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Review of Exam Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Duplicate Score Report. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .After Applying For the Exam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Application Status Categories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Appeal Process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Exam Eligibility Appeal Decision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Disciplinary and CertificationAction/Appeals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1718181819191920EXAM TEST CENTERS AND APPOINTMENTSCHEDULING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Test Center Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Schedule Early. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Exam Scheduling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Exam Dates Affected By Severe Weather andLocal or National Emergencies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20202020EXAM RESCHEDULES, RESCHEDULE FEE,CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Rescheduling Process and Fee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .To Reschedule Your Exam Appointment:. . . . . . . . . . .Exam Appointment Cancellation andApplication Withdrawal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .To Cancel an Exam Appointment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Exam Refunds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Medical or Personal Emergency Refund . . . . . . . . . . .202121212222PREPARING FOR THE EXAMEXAM PREPARATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23HR Certification Institute’s Online Glossary of Terms. 23Assessing Your Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Phr, Sphr, Gphr and California OnlineAssessment Exams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23EXAM DAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Forms of Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Presenting Proof of Identity at InternationalTest Centers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Middle Initial, Signature, and Photo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hyphenated Names. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24242425
TEST CENTER RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Registration Processes (All Candidates). . . . . . . . . . . 25Registration Processes (International Candidates). . . 26Exam Processes (All Candidates) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26AFTER THE EXAM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Exam Scoring and Official Score Reports . . . . . . . . . .Understanding the Score Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .How the Passing Score Was Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Why Are “Scaled Scores” Used?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Use of the Designation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Retaking the Exam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Recertification Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Recertification Through ContinuingProfessional Development. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Recertification By Exam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Record Retention. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Verification Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2626272727272728282828CONFIDENTIALITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Examination Results. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Application Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Credential Verification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Aggregate Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .HR Certification Institute Database. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2829292929Appendix APHR and SPHR BODY OF KNOWLEDGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30APPENDIX BGPHR BODY OF KNOWLEDGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37APPENDIX CCALIFORNIA BODY OF KNOWLEDGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44APPENDIX DFORMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47HR Certification Institute Application Audit Process. 48Exam Audit Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Exam Eligibility Appeals Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Additional Certificate Request Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Duplicate Score Report Request Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Special Testing Accommodation Request Form . . . . . 54Exam Refund Request Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Exam Type Change Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Qualifying HR Work Experience Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Review of Exam Score Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60APPENDIX EPROMETRIC REGIONAL CONTACT CENTERS. . . . . . . . . . . 62APPENDIX FCODE OF ETHICAL AND PROFESSIONALRESPONSIBILITY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63APPENDIX GHRCI Complaints and Disciplinary Policy . . . . . . . . 65
Message from the HR Certification Institute’s Chairmanof the Board of Directors and the Executive Director:Thank you for your interest in attaining professional certificationdemonstrating your knowledge and experience in HumanResources. We appreciate your commitment to promoting thehighest global standards of the HR profession.The HR Certification Institute developed this Handbook to helpyou achieve your professional goals and to provide the informationyou need about the different certification options available to you.It outlines the content knowledge and experience required forexam eligibility and provides detailed information to guide youthrough the entire certification process.The HR Certification Institute welcomes your questions as youprepare to earn your credential. We wish you success as youpursue your HR certification.
THE HR CERTIFICATION INSTITUTEThe HR Certification Institute was established in 1976 as an internationally recognized certifying organization for the humanresource profession. The Institute has certified more than 125,000 HR professionals worldwide. HR certification represents ahigh level of professional achievement valued by employers and organizations in every country.ACCREDITATIONThe HR Certification Institute was accredited by theNational Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) in2008. NCCA is an independent, third party organization thataccredits more than 300 programs from 120 organizationsin a variety of industries. Certification programs mustdemonstrate compliance with rigorous standards thatrepresent the best practices in the professional certificationindustry to earn and maintain accreditation status. Formore information on NCCA accreditation, visit www.credentialingexcellence.org.CERTIFICATION E X AMSThe HR Certification Institute offers different types ofcertification exams for the human resource professionincluding:PHRProfessional in Human Resources PHR-CAProfessional in HumanResources - CaliforniaSPHR Senior Professional in Human Resources This booklet provides information about the PHR,SPHR, GPHR and PHR-CA/ SPHR-CA certificationprograms. For detailed information about the HRBP andHRMP certification exams, please refer to www.hrci.org/global.E X AM DELIVERYHR Certification Institute partners with Prometric for examdelivery. Prometric’s full range of test delivery solutionsprovides convenient locations, flexible delivery models andcustomized programs. They have one of the largest andmost secured test delivery systems in the world. Prometrictests every day of the week, any week of the year, inapproximately 8,000 individual testing centers in more than160 countries.NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENTThe HR Certification Institute does not discriminate basedon race, color, national origin, sex, age religion, maritalstatus, sexual orientation or any other status that isprotected by applicable law.SPHR-CA Senior Professional in Human Resources CaliforniaGPHR Global Professional in Human ResourcesHRBPsm*Human Resource Business ProfessionalHRMPsm*Human Resource Management Professional* NOTE: the HRBP and HRMP certification exams are not offered in theUSA, Alaska or Hawaii.hrci.org HR Certification Institute5
QUICK REFERENCEHR Certification Institute:1800 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 USA 1.703.535.6000/866.898.4724Web site: www.hrci.orgFor application or test site questions: exams@hrci.orgFor refunds: refunds@hrci.orgFor login: HRCI ID@hrci.orgFor all other general information: info@hrci.orgService Hours: Monday to Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and6:30 p.m. (US Eastern Time)Prometric1501 South Clinton Street, Baltimore MD 21224 USAWeb site: www.prometric.comTo schedule, reschedule or cancel an appointment, call 1.800.467.9582 Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.Eastern Time (closed during US holidays).To report any problems that occur during your testingexperience, call 1.800.853.6769.For test site closure fault.htmFor general ntactUs/email.htmFor test site Us/complaintform.htm6HR Certification Institute hrci.org2013 CERTIFICATIONPOLICIES andPROCEDURES HANDBOOKThis handbook contains complete information aboutthe Professional in Human Resources (PHR), the SeniorProfessional in Human Resources (SPHR), the GlobalProfessional in Human Resources (GPHR) and the Californiacertification (PHR-CA/ SPHR-CA) exams. It outlines theeligibility requirements, exam content, application andtesting process. Certification candidates must follow allprocedures and deadlines in this handbook. Please contactthe HR Certification Institute with additional questions.
EXAM PERIODS, APPLICATION DEADLINES AND FEESThe HR Certification Institute offers exams during two time periods annually. The chart below outlines the testing dates, theapplication deadlines and the fees for each exam. All deadlines are postmark dates. The term “postmark date” refers to theInstitute’s computer system date/time stamp for online applications. Applications will not be accepted after 11:59 p.m.ET (GMT-5) on the late registration deadline date.TESTING DATES AND APPLICATION DEADLINESExamsTesting DatesRegistration DatesLate Registration Dates(subject to a 75 USD Late Fee*)SPRINGGPHR, PHR-CA & SPHR-CAMay 1 – May 31, 2013Jan. 22 – Mar. 22, 2013Mar. 23 – Apr. 19, 2013PHR / SPHRMay 1 – Jun. 30, 2013Jan. 22 – Mar. 22, 2013Mar. 23 – Apr. 19, 2013Dec. 1 – 31, 2013Jul. 15 – Oct 4, 2013Oct. 5 – Nov. 8, 2013Dec. 1, 2013 – Jan 31, 2014Jul. 15 – Oct 4, 2013Oct. 5 – Nov. 8, 2013WINTERGPHR, PHR-CA & SPHR-CAPHR / SPHRE X AM FEESNOTE: The exam fee includes a 75 USD nonrefundable administrative fee. Fees are subject to change without notice.GPHRPHRSPHRPHR-CA / SPHR-CAHR exam pricing525 USD400 USD525 USD325 USDAssociation member pricing**475 USD350 USD475 USD275 USD* Applications postmarked during the late registration dates will incur a 75 USD late fee.** Association Member Pricing is for a person who is a national member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Exam candidates mustprovide their current membership number on their application form at the time it is submitted to receive the reduced pricing.hrci.org HR Certification Institute7
HOW TO APPLY AND SCHEDULE YOUR HR CERTIFICATION EXAMSTEP 1STEP 2STEP 3STEP 4CREATE A PROFILESUBMIT APPLICATIONCHECK APPLICATIONSCHEDULE THE E X AM 1. Create your profile from the“login box” located on theright side of the web pagewww.hrci.org.1. Log into your profile.1. Log in to your profile. Clickthe link “Apply for an Exam/Review Exam App.” Or, checkthe status of your applicationby calling the Institute at 1-866.898.4724.1. Follow the instructions inyour ATT letter to schedulethe exam.2. Click “Create Login”and choose “I am an HRprofessional and I would liketo apply for a certificationexam.”3. Follow the steps from theonline services to create yourprofile.2. Click on the link “Apply foran Exam/Review Exam App,”which is located below yourcontact information under alist of “Action Items.”3. Choose a certification examfrom “Exam ApplicationSummary.”4. Click “Apply for Exam” tobegin the application process.4. Enter your first and lastname(s) exactly as theyappear on your validgovernment-issued photoidentification (ID), such as adriver’s license or passport.Do not enter nicknames.5. Review and update yourprofile when prompted,before clicking on the“submit” button.5. Receive a “User ID Number”generated by the website.Your last name will be yourtemporary password. Changethis password to a moresecure one upon logging intothe system.7. List your HR work experiencein the “Qualifying HR WorkExperience” section.6. Select the role that appliesto you.8. Submit the application andpay the fees.2. Review your status. If youselected position code“999” or if you need specialaccommodation, yourapplication status will be“Waiting for Documents.”3. Complete any necessaryforms. You have five businessdays from the date you submityour application to sendthe following forms: specialaccommodation form, officialjob description, and the workexperience form. These formsare on our website under the“Resources” tab. The names ofthe forms are:»» Qualifying Work»» Experience Form»» Special TestingAccommodations RequestForm4. Receive your Authorizationto Test (ATT) letter. Afteryour application is approved,you will receive an e-mailsaying that your ATT Letteris available in your onlineprofile. If your application isnot approved, the Institutewill notify you by emailand your exam fee will berefunded.5. If your application is noteligible, we will notify youin an e-mail and refund yourexam fee. The application andlate fees are nonrefundable.8HR Certification Institute hrci.org2. Schedule your exam onlineas soon as possible at www.prometric.com/hrci or call 1-800-467-9582. If you needspecial accommodations,call 1.800-.967.1139. .International candidatesmay schedule online throughPrometric or by contactingtheir regional testing center.3. Reschedule your exam,if necessary. You canonly reschedule withinthe same testing period.Prometric charges an 85.00rescheduling fee each timeyou reschedule. You maychange the exam level onlyonce during each testingperiod. Read the entire policyon our website under the “HRCertification” tab.4. Click on “Refunds” to requesta refund. The refund policy ison our website under the “HRCertification” tab.
Candidates must meet one of the exam eligibility requirements from the chart below to be eligible for the exam(s).NOTE FOR GPHR CANDIDATES: Global HR experience is defined as having direct HR responsibility for more than onecountry or global region. An applicant who works for a company that operates in two or more countries but who does nothave HR responsibility for more than one country is not eligible for the GPHR exam.PHR ELIGIBILITY»» A minimum of 1 year of experience in an exempt-level(professional) HR position with a master’s degree orhigherOR»» A minimum of 2 years of experience in an exempt-level(professional) HR position with a bachelor’s degreeGPHR ELIGIBILITY»» A minimum of 2 years of global experience in an exemptlevel (professional) HR position with a master’s degreeor higherOR»» A minimum of 3 years of experience (with 2 of the3 being global HR experience) in an exempt-level(professional) HR position with a bachelor’s degreeOR»» A minimum of 4 years of experience in an exempt-level(professional) HR position with a high school diplomaSPHR ELIGIBILITY»» A minimum of 4 years of experience in an exempt-level(professional) HR position with a master’s degree orhigherOR»» A minimum of 4 years of experience (with 2 of the4 being global HR experience) in an exempt-level(professional) HR position with a high school diplomaPHR-CA / SPHR-CA ELIGIBILITY»» Needs to be PHR - or SPHR -certified to qualify for theexamOR»» A minimum of 5 years of experience in an exempt-level(professional) HR position with a bachelor’s degreeOR»» A minimum of 7 years of experience in an exempt-level(professional) HR position with a high school diplomahrci.org HR Certification Institute9
CERTIFICATIONOVERVIEWrequirements ensure that HR professionals continue toremain knowledgeable and current with changes in the field.This handbook describes the following exams:HR Certification Institute’s professional certificationprograms have several components that differentiate themfrom other training or educational programs, sometimesreferred to as certificate programs. Candidates who havepassed these rigorous exams demonstrate the following:»»»»Professional In Human Resources (PHR): this exam is designedfor HR professionals whose primary responsibilities areoperational rather than strategic. Their focus is on HRprogram implementation rather than creation and theirfunction is primarily within the HR department ratherthan organization wide.Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR): this examis designed for HR professionals whose primaryresponsibilities involve designing and planning HRpolicies and practices. Their decisions have an impactboth within HR and throughout the organization.»»Global Professional In Human Resources (GPHR): this examis designed for HR professionals with HR managementresponsibilities in more than one country. They developand implement HR strategies dealing with global mobilityand multinational operations.»»PHR-CA and SPHR-CA: these exams are designed for HRprofessionals with job responsibilities in the state ofCalifornia. Applicants must have a current PHR or SPHRto qualify (see www.hrci.org for more information).The exam focuses on California employment laws andpractices and does not test knowledge already coveredin the PHR or SPHR exam.Each exam measures a candidate’s mastery of a specificHR body of knowledge. See Appendices A, B, & C fordescriptions of the content focus for each exam.WHAT IS CERTIFICATION?HR certification is a career-long commitment thatdemonstrates a mastery of essential HR knowledge to peers,employers and the organization. Candidates who earncertification show they are committed to staying currentin the HR field. Candidates must also show they have therequired education and work experience to be eligibleto apply for the exams. Passing the exam is only one partof the certification process. Afterwards recertification10HR Certification Institute hrci.orgCOMPONENTS OF PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONPROGR AMS»» A high level of knowledge and skill through experienceand education in the HR field;»» A dedication to continued mastery of knowledge andskill through recertification; and»» The mark of distinction indicating their credential(letters), such as Norman Fowler, PHR, or SandraBrown, SPHR, GPHR.WHY EARN A CREDENTIAL?Certification provides a respected distinction for HRprofessionals who achieve the credential. The advantages ofearning certification include:»» Hiring managers often consider an HR applicant’sprofessional certifications when making hiring decisions.»» A growing number of organizations prefer to employ HRcertified professionals.»» Business leaders frequently find HR-certifiedprofessionals to be highly motivated, strong performerswho are more knowledgeable of the HR field.»» HR professionals report that having a certified HR staff isgood for their organization’s financial performance.SOURCE: The Value of HR Certification Around the World study, 2010(To obtain a copy of the study, please email exams@hrci.org)Achieving certification validates the individual’s professionalknowledge and helps the industry and the organizationbecome more successful. PHR, SPHR, GPHR, and PHRCA/SPHR-CA certifications show that a professionalhas mastered the domestic or international HR body ofknowledge and will stay informed of new developments inthe HR field.
The exams are completely voluntary, although someorganizations or employers may have policies thatencourage their employees to earn certification. HRprofessionals should decide if attaining HR certificationmeets their needs and the needs of their employers.CHOOSING THE APPROPRIATE E X AMCandidates should choose the exam that best representstheir mastery of the HR body of knowledge, as describedin appendices A, B, & C. Having the appropriate exemptlevel (professional) HR work experience and educationalbackground contributes significantly to success on theexams.The HR Certification Institute provides online practiceexams for the PHR, SPHR and GPHR exams. Theseassessments help candidates to determine their readiness topursue certification. (Note: additional information about thepractice exams and the corresponding fees are found on thewebsite: http://www.hrci.org/assessmentexam/.)You can hold the GPHR with either the PHR or SPHR.However, you cannot hold the PHR with the SPHR.PROFILE OF A CANDIDATEA careful assessment of the individual’s skills, knowledgeand responsibilities within the HR field is critical whendeciding which certification to seek. Below are general jobdescriptions of candidates who apply for each type of exam.PHRThe Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification isdesigned for the HR professional who:»» Focuses on implementing HR programs;»» Handles operational matters;»» Reports to another HR professional within theorganization;»» Has at least one to four years of professional-level workexperience, depending on education, handling a widerange of general HR responsibilities;»» Follows policies and guidelines for decision-making.»» Seeks to gain credibility through increasing HRknowledge and experienceSPHRThe Senior Professional in Human Resource (SPHR)certification is designed for the HR professional who:»» Designs and plans programs in addition to implementingprograms;»» Has authority in the HR department;»» Has at least four to seven years of wide-ranging andcomplex HR experience;»» Has extensive HR generalist knowledge;»» Can judge complicated situations using HR knowledgeacquired over many years;»» Understands the business beyond HR and has influencewithin the overall organization; and»» Seeks to strengthen the HR profession and gaincredibility through increasing HR knowledge andexperience.PHR-CA / SPHR-CAThe PHR-CA and SPHR-CA are programs are designedfor HR professionals who currently hold the PHR orSPHR designation and are experts in regulations and legalmandates specific to California.The California certification is designed for the HRprofessional who:»» Is currently certified as a PHR or SPHR.»» Practices or has HR responsibility for employees in thestate of California.»» Understands the unique and complex HR laws andregulations that are specific to the state, and is able toapply them effectively.»» Holds a job that focuses on HR departmentresponsibilities rather than on the whole organization;andhrci.org HR Certification Institute11
GPHRThe Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR)certification is designed for the HR professional who:»» Has HR responsibilities for more than one country andhandles global mobility.»» Understands how to apply HR policies and programsglobally.»» Establishes HR policies and initiatives that support theorganization’s global growth and reputation.»» Designs organizational programs, processes and tools toachieve worldwide business goals.»» Ensures that programs, processes and tools align withcompetitive practices, the organization’s objectives andlegal requirements.»» Oversees practices that balance employer needs withemployee rights and needs.»» Knows the organization’s international HR activities.EXAM OVERVIEWPRETEST QUESTIONSThe HR Certification Institute is committed to offeringexams that contain current and relevant content. TheInstitute ensures this goal is achieved by reviewing currentquestions and developing new ones to reflect changes in theindustry. All of the Institute’s exams include new questionsthat have not been used on previous versions of the exam.These items are known as “pre-test” items. Includingpre-test items allows the Institute to gather valuable dataabout the new questions before they are included in thecandidate’s overall score. The HR Certification Institutedoes not identify the pre-test it
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