HRCI vs SHRM Which certification is right for

HRCI vs. SHRM Which certification is right for you? Presented by Dr. Mindy Smith PHR, SHRM-CP, MSHRM

History Lesson Originally, Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) was the only governing body to administer exams Now both HRCI and Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) administer exams There are differences in price, content, and testing windows

What is HRCI Certification? Provides a fully accredited credential –meets the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) rigorous standards Validates expertise –competency based, professionally relevant credentials that are highly valued in HR and business communities Connection to an exclusive network of motivated HR professionals around the globe – Nearly 140, 000 certified HR thought leaders work in more than 100 countries and territories Delivers nearly 40 years of history – Established in 1976, HRCI is the largest HR certification organization in the world Earns recognition from your organization and peers – Business leaders find HR certified professionals to be more selfmotivated

Which HRCI credential is right for you? (www. hrci. org) a. PHR – Associate Professional in Human Resources a. PHRi – Associate Professional in Human Resources International PHR – Professional in Human Resources PHRi – Professional in Human Resources International SPHR – Senior Professional in Human Resources SPHRi – Senior Professional in Human Resources International GPHR – Global Professional in Human Resources

a. PHR – Associate Professional in Human Resources HR certification designed for professionals who are just beginning their HR career journey Must have a high school diploma or global equivalent No HR experience is required since this is a knowledge-based credential Exam time: 2 hours and 15 minutes Exam length: 100 scored questions (mostly multiple-choice) + 25 pretest questions Exam Fee: $300 + Application Fee: $100 Valid for three years after testing To maintain a. PHR credential, you must earn 45 recertification credits over a three-year time span or retake the exam

PHR – Professional in Human Resources PHR demonstrates mastery of the technical and operational aspects of HR management, including U. S. laws and regulations For the HR professional who has experience with program implementation, has a tactical/logistical orientation, is accountable to another HR professional within the organization, and has responsibilities that focus on the HR department rather than the whole organization Have at least one year of experience in a professional-level HR position + a Master’s degree or higher, Have at least two years of experience in a professional-level HR position + a Bachelor’s degree, OR Have at least four years of experience in a professional-level HR position + a high school diploma Exam time: 3 hours Exam length: 150 scored questions (mostly multiple-choice) + 25 pretest questions Exam Fee: $395 + Application Fee: $100 PHR certification is valid for three years after testing To maintain a PHR credential, you must earn 60 recertification credits over a three-year time span or retake the exam

Senior Professional in Human Resources SPHR demonstrates mastery of the strategic and policy-making aspects of HR management as practiced in the U. S. Designed for big-picture thinkers responsible for planning rather than implementing HR policy Have at least four years of experience in a professional-level HR position + a Master’s degree or higher, Have at least five years of experience in a professional-level HR position + a Bachelor’s degree, OR Have at least seven years of experience in a professional-level HR position + a high school diploma. Exam time: 3 hours Exam length: 150 scored questions (mostly multiple-choice) + 25 pretest questions Exam Fee: $495 + Application Fee: $100 PHR certification is valid for three years after testing To maintain your PHR credential, you must earn 60 recertification credits over a three-year time span or retake the exam.

How do I study for HRCI exams? Review exam content outlines Purchase practice exams Build your own bundle Purchase a Guide to the Human Resource Body of Knowledge Attend a certification prep course Create a study plan Form a study group

HRCI Certification Pass Rates as of January 31, 2018 a. PHR – 85% PHR – 52% SPHR – 49% ***There is no longer a testing window. Testing for exams is available year-round, subject to testing center availability.

What is Society of Human Resource Management Certification (SHRM)? COMPETENCY-BASED – application based, not just facts, figures , and definitions RELEVANT - SHRM certifications directly link to on-the-job scenarios and realistic work situations. UNIVERSALLY APPLICABLE - Built upon one comprehensive SHRM Body of Competency and Knowledge™ (SHRM Bo. CK™), SHRM certification is applicable across industries, geographic borders, job responsibilities and career levels FOCUSED ON ADVANCEMENT - More than 5, 000 employers are seeking SHRM credential-holders every month STRATEGIC - the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP credentials reflect what HR practitioners need to know to be leaders in their organizations and in the profession ACCREDITED - The SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams are accredited by the Buros Center for Testing, asserting that the HR credentials meet the highest standards in testing

Which SHRM credential is right for you? (www. shrm. org) SHRM-CP – SHRM Certified Professional SHRM-SCP –SHRM Senior Certified Professional

SHRM-CP – SHRM Certified Professional HR professionals who implement policies and strategies, serve as point of contact for staff and stakeholders, deliver HR services, and perform operational HR functions, should take the SHRM-CP exam If less than a bachelor’s degree, in a HR-related program, have 3 years in an HR role; if in a non-HR-related program, have 4 years in an HR role If Bachelor’s degree, HR-related, have 1 year in an HR role; if Bachelor’s degree, non-HR-related have 2 years in an HR role If graduate degree, HR-related and be currently in HR role; if graduate degree, non-HR-related, have 1 year in HR role Exam time: 4 hours Exam length: 160 questions (95 knowledge items/65 situational judgment items) Exam Fee: SHRM Member: $300; Nonmember: $400 (includes application fee) Certification is valid for 3 years

SHRM-SCP – SHRM Certified Professional HR professionals who develop strategies, lead the HR function, foster influence in the community, analyze performance metrics, and align HR strategies to organizational goals, should take the SHRM-SCP exam. If less than a bachelor’s degree, in a HR-related program, have 6 years in an HR role; if in a non-HR-related program, have 7 years in an HR role If Bachelor’s degree, HR-related, have 4 years in an HR role; if Bachelor’s degree, non-HR-related have 5 years in an HR role If graduate degree, HR-related have 3 years in HR role; if graduate degree, non-HR-related, have 4 years in HR role Exam time: 4 hours Exam length: 160 questions (95 knowledge items/65 situational judgment items) Exam Fee: SHRM Member: $300; Nonmember: $400 (includes application fee) Certification is valid for three years

Distribution of Items by Content Type – SHRM exams Behavioral Competency Clusters Leadership (13%) Business (18. 5%) Interpersonal (18. 5%) HR Knowledge Domains People (17%) Organization (17%) Workplace (16%)

SHRM Certification Pass Rates as of December 2017 through February 2018 testing window SHRM-CP – 70% SHRM-SCP – 53% 2018 Winter Exam Window: Dec. 1, 2018 -Feb. 15, 2019 Regular application deadline – October 19 Late application deadline – November 9

How do I study for SHRM exams? Prepare using the SHRM Learning System Attend an in-person or virtual seminar Complete a preparatory course at a local college or university Complete SHRM certification practice questions Form a study group

Tips and Tricks The correct answer to the exam question is not necessarily the same as what your company’s policy or procedure states Don’t spend an excessive amount of time on any one question Get a good night’s rest Have something to eat Use your support system Not passing the exam on the first attempt is not the end of the world – HRCI offers second change test insurance

Questions?