Which HR Cert is Right for You? 5Qs

Question 1

Education level factors into which HR certification you are eligible for. What is the highest education level you have attained?This question is required.

Select the highest level you have completed. All levels of education have HR certification(s) that you are eligible for.
All questions asked are essential to receive your results.

I have a high school diploma or equivalent or Associate's degree
I have a Bachelor's degree
I have a Master's degree or higher

Question 2

How many years of professional or strategic-level HR experience do you have?This question is required.

Your HR experience will factor into which HR certification you'll be eligible for.

HRCI defines a "professional-level" HR position as one that includes:
-The ability to use independent judgement and discretion in performing work duties.
-A level of specialized knowledge in the HR field with some authority for decision-making.
-In-depth work requirements, such as data gathering, analysis and interpretation.
-Interaction with a broad range of individuals, including key personnel.
-Individual accountability for results.

SHRM defines HR work in a strategic role to include duties such as developing HR policies and/or procedures, overseeing the execution of integrated HR operations, directing an entire HR enterprise, or leading the alignment of HR strategies to organizational goals.

**Select the highest level you have completed. 3 or more years in Strategic HR roles is considered higher level than 4 years in a professional-level HR position.

No professional-level HR experience. I'm just starting my HR career.
1 year of experience in a professional-level HR position
2 years of experience in a professional-level HR position
3 years of experience in a professional-level HR position
4 years of experience in a professional-level HR position
5 years of experience in a professional-level HR position
6 years of experience in a professional-level HR position
7 or more years of experience in a professional-level HR position
3 or more years in Strategic HR roles
3 or more years holding SHRM-CP and are working in or in the process of transitioning into a Strategic HR role