Associate Professional in Human Resources™ (aPHR™) is the perfect certification to help fast-track your career growth and provide you with the confidence to launch into the HR profession. The aPHR™ is the first-ever HR certification designed for professionals who are just beginning their HR career journey and proves your knowledge of foundational Human Resources.
To be eligible for the aPHR you must have a high school diploma or global equivalent. No HR experience is required since this is a knowledge-based credential.
HRCI’s Associate Professional in Human Resources™ (aPHR™) is the perfect certification to help fast-track your career growth and provide you with the confidence to launch into the HR profession. The aPHR is the first-ever HR certification designed for professionals who are just beginning their HR career journey and proves your knowledge of foundational Human Resources.
Testing for the aPHR is available year-round, subject to test center availability.
Your aPHR certification is valid for three years after testing. To maintain your aPHR credential, you must earn 45 recertification credits over a three-year time span or retake the exam. Learn more about HRCI recertification requirements.
Work At Your Own Pace Sessions:
Your course is comprised of 6-on demand sessions to allow you to study at your own pace, on any day that works best for you.
On-demand content offered through HR Girlfriends will be available for 1 year from the course enrollment date.
Print materials are not included in this on-demand course. However, after enrolling, students will be sent an email which will include information on how to purchase print materials if desired. Note that print materials are not required to complete the course and prepare for the aPHR exam.