Update on HR Certifications: What s Up??

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1 Update on HR Certifications: What s Up?? Dr. Fraya Wagner-Marsh,SPHR,GPHR,SHRM-SCP Director of MSHROD and Dept. Head of Mgmt Dept. Eastern Michigan University, College of Business fwagnerm@emich.edu Do not use without permission of author.

2 What are your HR Certification Choices for 2015? Certification through HRCI HRCI Human Resources Certification Institute (hrci.org) Established in 1973 by SHRM PHR (Professional in HR) and SPHR (Senior Professional in HR) Also, GPHR, PHR-CA, SPHR- CA, etc. Certification through SHRM SHRM-Society for Human Resource Management (shrmcertification.org) New in 2015 SHRM-CP (SHRM Certified Professional) and SHRM- SCP (SHRM Senior Certified Professional)

3 What are the Differences? Eligibility Requirements and Fees HRCI based on education level and years of professional level work in HR PHR Masters (1 year); Bachelors (2 years); Less than Bachelors (4 years) SPHR Masters (4 years); Bachelors (5 years); Less than Bachelors (7 years) SHRM based on education level* and years of work in HR (can be non-exempt) SHRM-CP Masters (1 year); Bachelors (2 years); Less than Bachelors (4 years) SHRM-SCP Masters (4 year); Bachelors (5 years); Less than Bachelors (7 years) *HR Degree - reduces number of years by one year Fees HRCI - $400 for PHR; $525 for SPHR (2015 change) SHRM - $300 for SHRM members; $400 of non-shrm members

4 What are the Differences? Testing Windows, Recertification, Global Testing Windows: HRCI May-July 31 and Nov-Jan 31 each year (2015 change) SHRM May July 15 and Dec Feb 15 each year Recertification HRCI every 3 years, 60 credits, $150, SPHR needs business credits SHRM every 3 years, 60 credits (PDCs), $100 Global HR HRCI separate GPHR certification SHRM global is incorporated in SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams

5 What are the Differences? The Exam Computerized both are taken at Prometric Computer Testing Centers HRCI nothing changed from 2014 PHR/SPHR 175 total; 150 MC scored items + 25 non-scored items; 3 hours; one correct answer; knowledge, scenario, application National pass rates historically: PHR 56-60% and SPHR 47-57% SHRM 4 hours; credit for 2nd best answer for situational questions SHRM-CP 160 total;130 MC scored items + 30 non-scored items (90 knowledge and 40 situational judgment) SHRM-SCP 180 total;150 MC scored items + 30 non-scored items (90 knowledge and 60 situational judgment) No pass rates available at this time

6 What are the Differences? HRCI Exam Weightings PHR (150 scored items) Business Mgmt & Strategy 11% Workforce Planning & Employment 24% HR Development 18% Compensation/Benefits 19% Employee/Labor Relations 20% Risk Management 8% SPHR (150 scored items) Business Mgmt & Strategy 30% Workforce Planning & Employment 17% HR Development 19% Compensation/Benefits 13% Employee/Labor Relations 14% Risk Management 7%

7 What are the Differences? SHRM Exam Weightings (SHRM Competency Model on next Slide) SHRM-CP (130 scored items) Behavioral Competencies 35% HR Technical Knowledge People 20% Organization 20% Workplace 15% Strategy 10% SHRM-SCP (150 scored items) Behavioral Competencies 50% HR Technical Knowledge People 10% Organization 10% Workplace 10% Strategy 20%

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9 SHRM HR FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES PEOPLE (20% CP, 10% SCP) Talent Acquisition & Retention Employee Engagement Learning & Development Total Rewards ORGANIZATION (20% CP, 10% SCP) Structure of the HR Function Org Effectiveness and Development Workforce Management Employee Relations WORKPLACE (15% CP, 10% SCP) HR in the Global Context Diversity and Inclusion Risk Management Corp Social Responsibility Employment Laws and Regulations STRATEGY (10% CP, 20% SCP) Business & HR Strategy Technology & Data

10 SHRM BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES (35% SHRM-CP and 50% SHRM-SCP) Leadership and Navigation Business Acumen Ethical Practices Relationship Management Consultation Critical Evaluation Global and Cultural Effectiveness Communication

11 SHRM Behavioral Competencies Leadership and Navigation ability to direct and contribute to initiatives and processes within the organization Business Acumen ability to understand and apply information to contribute to organization s strategic plan Ethical Practice ability to integrate core values, integrity, and accountability throughout all organizational and business practices Relationship Management ability to manage interactions to provide service and to support the organization Consultation ability to provide guidance to organizational stakeholders Critical Evaluation ability to interpret information to make business decisions and recommendations Global and Cultural Effectiveness ability to value and consider the perspectives and backgrounds of all parties in global business Communication ability to effectively exchange information with stakeholders

12 HRCI What are the Differences? Training Preparation for the Exams lists various vendors on no university partners SHRM SHRM Learning System (product from SHRM for over 20 years) University Partners (such as EMU) offer classes with senior HR professionals as facilitators and online classes

13 2015 SHRM Learning System Comprehensive learning modules Interactive online media resources Based on the SHRM Body of Competency & Knowledge (BoCK ) tested on SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams Designed for adult learners Proven System (20+ years) Historically better than national pass rate

14 Online Learning Center Select SHRM CP &/or SHRM SCP SmartStudy Tools Practice Tests (including Knowledge and SJT questions) 1,000+ E-reader modules Flashcards and glossary Resources Center

15 SHRM Learning System Prep Classes emich.edu/training/hr Eastern Michigan University (SHRM University Partner for 20 years; Preferred Provider Partner) co-sponsored with Detroit SHRM and GAASHRM and Lansing HR Classes start the week of Sept 14 Classes at Livonia Monday evenings, 6-9 pm Classes at Troy Wednesday evenings, 6-9 pm Classes at Ann Arbor Wednesday evenings, 6-9 pm (start week of Sept 22) Online Class September 21-Dec 7 $1,025 includes SHRM LS materials + Online Learning Center EMU Pass Rates historically has been 15-20% higher than national average for over 20 years

16 Which HR Certification is right for you? This is an individual and personal decision; and some HR Professionals are taking both exams to get both HR certifications, which is one strategy option (costs are still minimal compared to many professional certifications) Some personal thoughts about SHRM and HRCI: SHRM is a very large, well-known, and respected voice for HR Professionals and has been around for over 60 years; their HR Certifications have the SHRM name attached and that will help recognition and credibility with employers; their extensive infrastructure of local and state SHRM chapters and university partners will work to support the new HR Certification HRCI is a highly respected institution with an excellent track record; their PHR and SPHR Certifications are well known and widely accepted by employers and should continue to be in the near future Employer Recognition: I believe most employers recognize that either SHRM or HRCI Certification is an indication that the certified HR Professional has gone the extra mile to master an extensive body of HR Knowledge and Competencies proven by passing a rigorous national examination. Also, HR certification indicates that the HR Professional is committed to staying current in the field due to the recertification requirements.

17 If you already have HRCI Certification should you also get the new SHRM Certification? This is also an individual decision, but most HR Professionals that I know who already have their PHR, SPHR, GPHR, etc. are taking advantage of SHRM s offer to get the new SHRM Certification at no charge through If you have a valid HR generalist certification (including: PHR, SPHR, GPHR) which you obtained by January 30, 2015, you are eligible for SHRM s new certification at no cost by completing a free online tutorial regarding the SHRM Competency Model. Go to shrmcertification.org and select Pathway to get started. You will need to recertify at the end of three years (similar to HRCI) and you will need 60 PDCs (Professional Development Credits) and the cost is $100. However, the activities that you do for HRCI recertification credits can count toward SHRM recertification credits. So, the additional costs for having both certifications is basically $100 every three years. REMINDER: DEADLINE TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS OFFER IS DECEMBER 2015

18 For more information on SHRM or HRCI Certifications or the EMU SHRM Learning System Prep Classes Contact Dr. Fraya Wagner-Marsh, SPHR, GPHR, SHRM-SCP Department Head and Professor, EMU Department of Management Director, Masters of Science in HR/OD Online Registration for SHRM LS prep class is at emich.edu/ training/hr