Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
HR Certification Institute
Advance your HR career with the Professional in Human Resources® (PHR®) certification. Earning the PHR demonstrates your technical and operational knowledge of HR management, including U.S. laws and regulations. The PHR is for the HR professional with experience in implementing programs with tactical/logistical orientation. The PHR certification emphasizes a practitioner's operational responsibilities for the organization’s HR department.
Cost
Exam Fee: $395.00 + Application Fee: $100.00Show moreShow less
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Hybrid
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To be eligible for the PHR you must meet one of the following conditions for education and/or experience: Have at least one year of experience in a professional-level HR position and a Master’s degree or higher, Have at least two years of experience in a professional-level HR position and a Bachelor’s degree, OR Have at least four years of experience in a professional-level HR position. What Is the Exam Format and Length? Exam Time: 2 hours (plus 30 minutes administration time) Exam Length: 90 scored questions + 25 pretest questions Computer-based exam at a Pearson VUE testing center or at your home or office using OnVUE How Do I Remain Certified? Your PHR certification is valid for three years after testing. To maintain your PHR credential, you must earn 60 HR recertification credits over a three-year time span or retake the exam.
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