Beginner-Level (Entry-Level HR Professionals)
1. aPHR (Associate Professional in Human Resources) -Covers HR fundamentals, compliance, and employee relations.
2. SHRM-CP (SHRM Certified Professional) – Focuses on HR
policies, talent management, and strategy execution, 3. PHRI (Professional in Human Resources – International) -Global certification covering HR best practices.
4. CLDP (Certified Learning and Development Professional) -Specializes in employee training and leadership development.
• Intermediate-Level (For Growing HR Professionals)
1. PHR (Professional in Human Resources) – Validates expertise in HR operations, workforce planning, and compliance.
2. CHRAP (Certified HR Analytics Professional) – Focuses on HR data analytics for decision-making.
3. CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) – Specializes in salary structures and benefits management.
4. CEBS (Certified Employee Benefits Specialist) – Covers benefits, retirement plans, and legal compliance.
5. HRBP (HR Business Partner Certification) – Aligns HR strategy with business objectives.
6. SHRM-TAC (Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential) -Focuses on recruitment and employer branding.
• Advanced-Level (For Senior HR Leaders)
1. SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) -Demonstrates HR leadership and policy-making expertise.
2. SHRM-SCP (SHRM Senior Certified Professional) -Focuses on strategic HR planning and organizational leadership.
3. GPHR (Global Professional in Human Resources) -Designed for global HR professionals managing international policies.
4. ODCP (Organizational Development Certified Professional) Specializes in workforce transformation and culture.
5. CDIP (Certified Diversity and Inclusion Professional) -Focuses on DEI strategies and compliance.
Choosing the Right Certification:
1. Entry-Level: aPHR, SHRM-CP, PHRI
2. Mid-Level: PHR, HRBP, CHRAP, CCP
3. Senior-Level: SPHR, SHRM-SCP, GPHR