Did you know that your organization's in-house training programs can earn you recertification credit?

You can earn recertification credit by attending formal on-the-job training offered by your employer. There is no limit on the number of credits you can obtain throughout your three year certification cycle by participating in in-house training. (Please note that if your in-house training activity is conducted via webcasts, there is a 20-credit hour maximum that can be earned over your three year certification cycle.)

What type of in-house training qualifies? Training that is HR related in topic, has a set learning objective and includes an instructor who has expertise on the subject presented. Training also needs to be at least one hour in length. Credit is awarded on an hour-for-hour basis.

To learn more about different activities that can earn you recertification credit, download our "Tips For Earning Credit Hours" flier. You may also search for activities that fit your schedule & needs by visiting our Searchable Directory of Approved Events .

HR Certification Institute’s New Eligibility Requirements to Take Effect in 2011

By Gayle Dahlman, Project Manager and Christina Friedli, Global Marketing Manager

As we announced at the November SHRM Leadership Conference, the HR Certification Institute will be changing the eligibility requirements for the PHR, SPHR and GPHR certification exams.

In February 2008, the HR Certification Institute conducted an extensive multi-pronged study of the eligibility requirements of its three core products. Based on feedback from both certified and noncertified HR professionals, business leaders, students and academicians, the requirements will now include a combination of education and experience.

These changes will go into effect beginning with the May-June 2011 testing window.