PHR
Tests technical and operational HR knowledge, including United States employment-law context. It differs from the strategic focus of SPHR.
Exam overview
- Full name
- Professional in Human Resources Exam
- Administering organization
- HR Certification Institute (HRCI)
- Specialty
- Human resources
- Exam type
- Certification
- Jurisdiction or availability
- United States HR practice
Costs and pass rates
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Preparing for PHR
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