HRCI and You: Past, Present and Future. Stephanie T. Runyan, PHR

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1 HRCI and You: Past, Present and Future Stephanie T. Runyan, PHR December

2 WE ARE NOT GOING AWAY!!!

3 Today s Agenda Overview of Professional Certification About HRCI The Value of HRCI Certification Getting Certified Getting Recertified HRCI Update: The Split with SHRM Our Strategy for Growth 3

4 Overview of Professional Certification A designation that you earn A demonstration of the skills, experience and applied knowledge that qualify you to practice Certification is not an individual assessment of your competence or performance. Four components of certification: 1. Eligibility through a combination of professional experience and formal education 2. Demonstrated applied knowledge and skills through an exam 3. Adherence to a professional ethical standard 4. Ongoing professional development through recertification 4

5 Who is HRCI? We are the leading provider of credentials for the global HR profession. We are: Independent Recognized for developing and administering certifications that are Rigorous Meaningful Grounded in real-world, practical skills and knowledge Committed to advancing the HR profession More than 135,000 HR professionals in more than 100 countries worldwide display their HRCI certifications as evidence of their expertise and abilities. 5

6 A Global Certified Community PHR 77,408 CA 1,161 SPHR 53,577 MULTI 1,558 HRMP 389 GPHR 1,730 HRBP 496 6

7 About HRCI Mission Statement To develop and deliver the highest quality certification programs that validate mastery in the field of human resource management and contribute to the continued improvement of individual and organizational performance. HRCI Timeline Certification of HR professionals (PHR and SPHR) began Online recertification process started New exam eligibility requirements commenced GPHR exam launched California exam introduced Online approved provider directory launched Global credentials HRBP and HRMP launched 7

8 Value of HRCI Certifications HRCI certifications are: Independent and free from influence Accredited by an outside commission Recognized by employers world-wide Credible, with a 37-year reputation for integrity Rigorous in their eligibility and recertification requirements Competency-based 8

9 Why you should earn and maintain HRCI Certification 9 HRCI Certification distinguishes you as Credible Professional Knowledgeable and capable Dedicated to HR HRCI Certification helps your career Payscale Study Professionals with a PHR or SPHR attain promotion more frequently and move into higher positions more often HR Generalists with a PHR earn $6,100 more per year HR Directors with an SPHR earn $22,100 more Employer Study % - HRCI job applicants have a hiring advantage 91% - HRCI professionals more likely to be considered for promotion 81% - HRCI professionals have greater job security HRCI credentials are the ones employers ask for by name!

10 HRCI Certifications Choose the certification that fits you best PHR Professional in Human Resources SPHR Senior Professional in Human Resources GPHR Global Professional in Human Resources PHR-CA /SPHR-CA California certification (need to be PHR or SPHR certified to take the exam) *HRBP Human Resource Business Professional *HRMP Human Resource Management Professional *The HRBP and HRMP are only available outside of the U.S. 10

11 Exam Eligibility Requirements PHR 1 year of professional-level HR experience with a Master s degree or higher 2 years of professional-level HR experience with a Bachelor s degree 4 years of professional-level HR experience with less than a Bachelor s degree SPHR 4 years of professional-level HR experience with a Master s degree or higher 5 years of professional-level HR experience with a Bachelor s degree 7 years of professional-level HR experience with less than a Bachelor s degree 11

12 Exam Eligibility Requirements GPHR 2 years of professional-level global HR experience with a Master s degree or higher 3 years of professional-level HR experience (with 2 of the 3 being global HR experience) with a Bachelor s degree 4 years of professional-level HR experience (with 2 of the 4 being global HR experience) with less than a Bachelor s degree CA Must already be PHR or SPHR certified 12

13 Exam Development Process Rigorous and updated regularly Developed with input from thousands of practicing HR professionals and psychometricians How exams are built: 1. Draft the body of knowledge 2. Perform an extensive practice analysis 3. Write the exam items 4. Review the items 5. Pre-test approved items for reliability 6. Create the exam forms and have them reviewed 7. Determine a passing score for each exam form 13

14 Exam Content PHR 8% 11% 20% 19% 24% Business Management and Strategy Workforce Planning and Employment Human Resource Development Compensation and Benefits 18% Employee and Labor Relations Risk Management 14

15 Exam Content SPHR 7% 13% 14% 19% 17% 30% Business Management and Strategy Workforce Planning and Employment Human Resource Development Compensation and Benefits Employee and Labor Relations Risk Management 15

16 Exam Content GPHR 15% 25% Strategic HR Management 17% Global Talent Acquistion and Mobility 21% Talent and Organizational Development 22% Global Compensation and Benefits Workforce Relations and Risk Management 16

17 Exam Details Exams PHR SPHR GPHR CA HRBP HRMP Content Operational and Tactical Strategic/Policy International HR practices California laws and practices Operational and tactical Strategic/Policy Pass Rate 56-60% 47-58% 48-70% 55-76% In Development In Development Format 175 multiple choice questions 175 multiple choice questions 165 multiple choice questions 125 multiple choice questions 170 multiple choice questions 130 multiple choice questions Duration 3 hours 3 hours 3 hours 2 hours and 15 minutes 3 hours and 15 minutes 2 hours and 30 minutes Exam Periods Spring: 01 May 30 June Winter: 01 December 31 January Spring: 01 May 30 June Winter: December 1 January 31 Spring: 01 May 31 May Winter: 01 December 31 December Spring: 01 May 31 May Winter: 01 December 31 December Spring: 01 March 31 March Winter: 01 September 30 September Spring: 01 March 31 March Winter: 01 September 30 September Pricing HR Professional 400 USD 525 USD 525 USD 325 USD 275 USD 375 USD Association Member 350 USD 475 USD 475 USD 275 USD 250 USD 350 USD 17

18 6 Tips to prepare for an HRCI exam 1. Select the certification that s right for you 2. Investigate the exam s content 3. Assess your current knowledge and experience 4. Consider your individual learning style 5. Tap into social networks 6. Select a study method that s right for you For help finding test-preparation providers Visit hrci.org/preparation for a list of self-study and instructional resources Tap into your network for great local and online resources To maintain its integrity and independence, HRCI does not offer test preparation, nor does it endorse any test preparation product or organization. products@hrci.org for support! 18

19 Recertification Why is recertification part of certification? To ensure that your knowledge and skills are current To maintain the credibility and relevance of your letters Required for an accredited program Why should you recertify? To continue developing your HR knowledge and skills To stay up-to-date on the evolving trends and practices in HR To demonstrate your ongoing competence and commitment to HR To avoid taking the exam again! What is required? Earn 60 recertification credits every three years 19

20 Recertification 20 How to earn your 60 credits Continuing Education (Courses, seminars, or conferences) Up to 60 hours (passive learning up to 20 hours) Instruction/Training (Teaching HR-related subjects) Up to 20 hours On-The-Job Experience (A first-time work experience that adds to your HR knowledge) Up to 20 hours Research/Publishing (Primary research on HR-related topics) Up to 20 hours Leadership (HR expertise outside the workplace) Up to 10 hours Professional Membership (National or international HR-related associations) Up to 10 hours Make your recertification activities part of your professional development plan!

21 HRCI s Strategy for the future: Growth! A New Brand Strategy New & Strengthened Alliances New Technology New Services More than ever, HRCI credentials will increase your credibility and open doors! 21

22 New and Strengthened Alliances Alliances and partnerships are critical to HRCI: They bring us closer to you as HR professionals; They improve our understanding of HR for use in our exams; They help us serve you better, and create new ways for us to contribute to the profession. Global HR Community Business Leaders U.S. Army RBL Group SHRM Chapters Academic Community Recertification & Certification 22

23 New Technology HR professionals are using technology in new ways every day, and that will soon include how you use your certification. Digital Badges HRCI Website, Blogs and Forums HRCI App 23

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25 New Services HRCI can help advance your career by providing information, events, online communities and other services to enrich your certification experience and the value of your letters. Nationwide Focus Groups HRCITOWNHALL

26 New Brand The Standard A strong brand helps HRCI be clear about who we are and what we do differently. HRCI s new brand positioning affirms our long-standing passion for doing what s best for the industry and our certificants. Together with our certificants and partners, we set the highest standard for the HR profession. 26

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28 Connect with HRCI Join HRCI Voices on LinkedIn Follow us on Like us on Facebook Visit the Certified Community Blogs at HRCI.org Visit the Let s Be Clear page at HRCI.org Contact our Client Services Manager (U.S. Toll Free) 28

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