Understanding HR Certifications and How to Prepare for Them. HR.com Professional Certification Preparatory Program supporting HRCI & SHRM

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1 Understanding HR Certifications and How to Prepare for Them HR.com Professional Certification Preparatory Program supporting HRCI & SHRM

2 PRESENTER Jennifer Marants, B.A. Honours HRM, Adult-Ed, CHRP, SHRM-CP, aphr Success Ambassador Certification & Recertification Manager & Course Designer

3 Who You Need to Know HR.com HRCI SHRM 40 Minutes Why You Should Get Certifi Individual and Organizational Benefits HR.com Purpose How to Get Ready for the Exam Recipe for Success Available Preparatory Programs

4 Who You Need to Know

5 ABOUT HR.COM Since 1999 HR.com has grown to 280,000 members serving as the largest social networking destination for Human Resources Professionals. What You ll HR.com Educational Webcasts HRCI Exam Prep & Recertification Credits Online Publications Excellence Essentials Personal Excellence App LEAD Conference Whitepapers Expert Finder Job Boards And more.

6 CERTIFYING BODIES aphr Associate Professional in SHRM-CP Human Resources Exam Certified Professional Exam PHR Professional in Human SHRM-SCP Resources Exam Senior Certified Professional ExamSPHR Senior Professional in Human Resources Exam

7 About HRCI

8 HRCI The Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) is an American certifying organization for the HR profession. HRCI administers a variety of exams for certification as acknowledgement of field expertise and distinction. HRCI has certified over 145,400 HR Professionals. Global leader in professional credentialing for the HR profession.

9 TYPES OF HRCI CERTIFICATION aphr Associate Professional in Human Resources USA PHR Professional in Human Resources SPHR Senior Professional in Human Resources PHRca California Certification INTL GPHR Global Professional in Human Resources PHRi Professional in Human Resources - International SPHRi Senior Professional in Human Resources - International

10 HRCI EXAM STRUCTURE Functional Area aphr Designed for professionals who are just beginning their HR career journey PHR Focuses on the technical and operational aspects of HR practices, laws and regulations SPHR Focuses on a higher end of professional design and planning PHRi Focuses on professional level competencies, knowledge, and skills in an international setting. SPHRi Focuses on international mastery of strategic planning, policy development, and service delivery. Business Management & 38% 11% 30% 22% 32% + 16% Strategy Workforce Planning & Employment 15% 24% 17% 22% 29% HR Development 12% 18% 19% 15% 23% Compensation & Benefits 14% 19% 13% 14% Employee & Labor Relations 16% 20% 14% 20% Risk Management 5% 8% 7% 7%

11 HRCI EXAM FORMAT aphr PHR SPHR PHRi SPHRi 125 multiplechoice questions 175 multiple- choice questions 175 multiple- choice questions 170 multiple- choice questions 130 multiple- choice questions 6 Functional areas 6 Functional areas 6 Functional areas 6 Functional areas 4 Functional areas 2 hours 15 Prometric Testing Center 3 Prometric Testing Center 3 Prometric Testing Center 3 hours 15 Prometric Testing Center 2 hours 30 Prometric Testing Center Knowledge & Comprehensive oriented questions Application and Problem Solving oriented questions Strategic upper- level management oriented questions Technical and operational questions in an international setting. Strategic oriented questions in an international setting Cognitive Classifications Knowledge & Comprehension 25% Application & Problem solving 50% Synthesis & Evaluation 25% Knowledge & Comprehension 15% Application & Problem solving 50% Synthesis & Evaluation 35%

12 HRCI EXAM ELIGIBILITY Educational Credentials Master s Degree or higher aphr Demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of fundamental HR practices -- PHR Focuses on program implementation Accountable to another HR professional within the organization Has responsibilities that focus on the HR department rather than on the whole organization 1 year of professional HR SPHR Designs and plans HR policy; focus on the big picture Ultimate accountability in the HR department across all HR disciplines Understands the business beyond the HR function and it s influences on the overall organization 4 years of professional HR PHRi International HR professionals seeking to demonstrate their HR knowledge and capabilities in an international setting. 1 year of professional HR SPHRi International HR leaders seeking to demonstrate their strategic knowledge and capabilities in an international setting. 4 years of professional HR Bachelor s Degree -- 2 years of professional HR 5 years of professional HR 2 years of professional HR 5 years of professional HR Less than a Bachelor s Degree High School Diploma or Global equivalent 4 years of professional HR 7 years of professional HR 4 years of professional HR 7 years of professional HR

13 HRCI EXAM REGISTRATION Testing & Application Dates *Year Round aphr PHR & PHRi SPHR & SPHRi Costs (includes $100 application fee) How to Apply Testing Center $400 $495 $

14 About SHRM

15 SHRM The Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) is a membership organization for HR professionals SHRM offers two competency based certifications:

16 SHRM Subject Area Behavioral Competencies Leadership Interpersonal Business Technical Knowledge People Organization Workplace CP & SCP 160 m/c questions 4 Prometric 50% 13% 18 ½ % 18 ½ % 50% 17% 17% 16% Item Type 40% SBJ 10% Foundation Knowledge 50% HR Specific Knowledge

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18 SHRM EXAM ELIGIBILITY SHRM-CP Operationally focused SHRM-SCP Strategically focused Educational Credentials HR-Related Degree Non-HR Degree HR-Related Degree Non-HR Degree Master s Degree or higher Currently working in HR 1 year HR 3 years HR 4 years HR Bachelor s Degree 1 year HR 2 years HR 4 years HR 5 years HR Less than a Bachelor s Degree 3 years HR 4 years HR 6 years HR 7 years HR

19 SHRM EXAM REGISTRATION Testing Window Spring 2018 Winter 2018/2019 Testing Dates May 1 July 15 December 1 February 15 Application Deadlines Costs (includes processing fees) How to Apply Jan 2 Apr 13 *late fees will take effect Mar 23 Member $300 Non-member $400 TBA Testing Center

20 Why You Should Be Certified

21 BENEFITS 2 in 3 supervisors prefer (HRCI) certification. HumPRO, 2015 Be a recognized master in the space Enhance your core competencies in the profession Gain internal and external market advantage Adds value to personal marketability Adds value to the organization Increase your professional worth and earn higher salaries

22 How to Get Ready For the Exam

23 FACTS & STATS Pass Rate 84% 55% 57% 68% 60% 70% 56% Exam pass rates reported spring 2017

24 OUR PURPOSE Mentor, guide and inspire HR professionals to achieve extraordinary levels of success and fulfill their career aspirations through professional certification and beyond. We define success through your success! Recipe to Success Recommended hrs preparation Repetition and multiple exposure Confidence and be surrounded by strong support Understand (not memorize) by immersing yourself Sharpen-up your test taking skills

25 HR.com s STUDY PROGRAMS PHR/ SPHR & SHRM CP/ SCP Materials Only Print 6 Study Manuals 100s of Flashcards Min. 14 Online Practice Exams Self-Paced elearning Comprehensive ONLINE 20 hours of Module-Based Learning 6 Study system 100s of Flash Cards Min. 14 Online Practice Exams Virtual coach Live Comprehensive Instructor Led Course ONLINE 16 Weeks; 2 Classes per week; 1 Hour classes 6 Study Manuals 100s of Flashcards Min. 14 Online Practice Exams Money Back Guarantee $450 *excludes exam fees $800 *excludes exam fees $975 *excludes exam fees aphr PHRi & SPHRi 1 Study Manual 100s of Flashcards 7 Online Practice Exams $300 *excludes exam fees 6 Study Manuals 7 Online Practice Exams 12 Hours of Module-Based Learning 1 study manual 100s of Flash Cards 7 Online Practice Exams Virtual coach $500 *excludes exam fees 20 hours of Module-Based Learning 6 Study system 7 Online Practice Exams Virtual coach 10 Weeks; 2 Classes per week; 1 Hour classes 1 study manual 100s of Flashcards 7 Online Practice Exams $675 *excludes exam fees 12 Weeks; 2 Classes per week; 75 min classes 6 Study Manuals Min. 14 Online Practice Exams *Coming Soon *Coming Soon $975 *excludes exam fees

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27 MONEY BACK GUARANTEE Minimum Requirements Enroll in the 16-week Live-Instructor led course, preparing for the PHR/SPHR/SHRM exam Minimum 80 percent live class attendance Pass all practice exams with a minimum score of 80 percent *some exceptions apply Must test in the immediate testing window (within 3 months of completing the course) You pass or your money back GUARANTEED!

28 INSTRUCTOR LED ONLINE LIVE COURSES Exam Upcoming Classes Cost PHR/SPHR & SHRM- CP/ SHRM-SCP aphr Jan 15 May 3; Mon & 8pm ET Jan 15 May 3; Mon & 10pm ET Jan 17 May 6; Mon & 9pm ET Feb 12 May 31; Mon & 8pm ET Feb 14 Jun 3; Wed & 9pm ET Jan 15 May 3; Mon & 8pm ET Apr 9 Jun 14; Mon & 8pm ET $975 $675 PHRi & SPHRi Jan 21 Apr 11; Sun & 8pm AST/ 1pm ET $975 Visit Visit HR.com for available days and times; Space is limited

29 VIRTUAL CLASSROOM

30 LEARNING SYSTEM

31 STUDY GUIDES Each unit covers a body of knowledge

32 PRACTICE QUESTIONS

33 GETTING STARTED Choose your study method Complete the course PASS THE EXAM!

34 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES HRCI & SHRM Certification Forum HR Professional Certification Prep Course & Study Group

35 We d love to hear from you! Please send your questions or comments to: Jennifer Marants Product Manager & Course Director certification@hr.com