HR Certification Institute (HRCI)

HR Certification Institute Expands Suite of Micro-credential Offerings

By HR Vendor News | October 17, 2018

ALEXANDRIA, Va., October 16, 2018 — HR Certification Institute(R) (HRCI(R)) today announced the addition of two new HRCI upSkill(TM) micro-credentials — on-demand learning opportunities that ensure HR and non-HR professionals have the tools they need to reduce people and information management risks. New topics covering Risk Management and Information Security and Privacy are now part…

HRCI Announces Expansion of Spanish-Language Exams for HR and non-HR Professionals Seeking Credentials Around the World

By HR Vendor News | August 3, 2018

ALEXANDRIA, Va., August 3, 2018 — To meet the demand in Spanish-speaking markets for certifications that recognize human resource management excellence — at all career levels — HR Certification Institute (HRCI) today announced an expanded offering of Spanish-translated exams across its full suite of international credentials. (Link to the Spanish translation of this press release.)…

Top Global Accreditation Awarded to International HRCI Credentials Recognizing Professional HR Excellence

By HR Vendor News | June 14, 2018

ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 14, 2018 — HR Certification Institute(R) (HRCI(R)) has earned the top global accreditation for its Professional in Human Resources – International(TM) (PHRi(TM)) and Senior Professional in Human Resources – International(TM) (SPHRi(TM)) credentials, as recognized by the International Accreditation Service Inc. In earning the prestigious IAS accreditation, the PHRi and SPHRi become the…

HRCI Practice Analysis for PHR and SPHR Certifications Reveals Greater HR Emphasis on Employee Experience, Data-Driven Decisions and Business Results

By HR Vendor News | January 16, 2018

ALEXANDRIA, Va., January 16, 2017 — U.S.-based human resource management practices are quickly transforming and growing more complex. Senior-level HR professionals play expanded roles in the strategic advancement of business outcomes. All HR professionals are also asked to help champion employee engagement and to support improved business decisions with data-driven analytics. HR professionals who seek…

HR Certification Institute Announces aPHRi, a Foundational HR Certification to Help International Companies Develop HR Leaders

By HR Vendor News | November 1, 2017

ALEXANDRIA, Va., November 1, 2017 — In response to a global market need to groom more HR-savvy business leaders, HR Certification Institute(R) (HRCI(R)) today announced plans to offer, in May 2018, the Associate Professional in Human Resources – International(TM) (aPHRi(TM)). For students, early-career HR professionals, non-HR practitioners and those transitioning into HR roles, the aPHRi…

Seven out of 10 Business Executives Agree Their Organizations Would Benefit From HR Teams Made up of Professionals with Certifications

By HR Vendor News | October 3, 2017

ALEXANDRIA, Va., October 3, 2017 — Seven out of 10 business executives agree that their organizations would benefit from having human resource management departments made up of professionals with HR certifications, finds new research conducted by Dow Jones Customer Intelligence in collaboration with HR Certification Institute(R) (HRCI(R)). HRCI is responding with group certification packages to…

HR Certification Institute Announces Four New Board of Directors: China Gorman, Dr. Sandy Miles, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover and Nelson Zivic

By HR Vendor News | September 6, 2017

ALEXANDRIA, Va., September 6, 2017 — The Board of Directors for HR Certification Institute(R) (HRCI(R)) welcomes four new members: China Gorman, Global Business Executive and Current Lead for the Future Talent Council; Dr. Sandy Miles, SPHR, GPHR, Hutchens Distinguished Professor at Murray State University; Dr. Jonathan H. Westover, Professor at Utah Valley University and a…

Mixed Expectations About Working While on Vacation Leaves Employees Confused, Finds HR Certification Institute Survey

By HR Vendor News | August 28, 2017

ALEXANDRIA, Va., August 28, 2017 — Half of non-essential workers believe there are no company expectations for them to work while on vacation. The other half feel obliged or uncertain about expectations to get work done when taking paid time off (PTO). Regardless, three-fourths of workers bite the bullet anyway – and work – when…

2018 PHRi Credential from HR Certification Institute (HRCI) to Embrace Greater Emphasis on Human Resource Information Systems and Program Development

By HR Vendor News | August 1, 2017

ALEXANDRIA, Va., August 1, 2017 – HR Certification Institute(R) (HRCI(R)) today announced revisions to the exam content outline for the Professional in Human Resources – International(TM) (PHRi(TM)) certification. The changes reflect the need for enhanced technology and program development competencies required of an HR manager responsible for a single international, non-U.S. setting. Highlights of the…

HR Professionals With Expired Credentials From HR Certification Institute (HRCI) May Be Eligible for One-Time-Only Reinstatement Program

By HR Vendor News | June 20, 2017

ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 20, 2017 – Human resource management professionals with expired HR Certification Institute(R) (HRCI(R)) credentials that lapsed between May 1, 2013, and May 31, 2017, may be eligible to participate in the HRCI Certification Reinstatement Program. The HRCI Certification Reinstatement Program is a one-time-only opportunity to provide a means of reinstatement for previously…