Why Is Certification Important?

Successfully passing an HRCI certification exam (and thereby becoming certified) constitutes a significant personal and professional accomplishment. An HRCI credential speaks volumes about you to your current—and to your potential—employers.

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More and more organizations are beginning to indicate a strong preference in job postings and advertisements for HRCI certification, particularly the PHR or SPHR designations. Earning this credential, therefore, can enhance your appeal to potential employers, while at the same time increasing your value to your current employer.

Certification affirms that

  • You have, at minimum, two years of exempt-level HR work experience.

  • You are committed to your profession, to your professional ...

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