Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR)
Credential: Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR)
Credentialing Agency: Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI)
Renewal Period: 3 years
The Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI), Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) is an entry-level HR credential. Candidates should have foundational knowledge of HR operations, recruitment and selection, benefits and compensation, human resource development and retention, employee relations, and health, safety and security. Candidates must have a high school diploma or its equivalent. Candidates must take a written examination.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Attainability:
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience
- Education: High School Diploma/GED
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for a Service member to meet eligibility requirements. Requirements listed here are based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
Exam Administration (View Details)
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 3 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI)
1725 Duke Street
Suite 700
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (866) 898-4724
Contact Page
Education REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must have a high school diploma or global equivalent.
Other REQUIREMENTS
The Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) credential has the following other requirements:
- Candidates must adhere to the HRCI Code of Ethics.
Written Exam
- HR Operations (38%)
- Recruitment and Selection (15%)
- Compensation and Benefits (14%)
- Human Resource Development and Retention (12%)
- Employee Relations (16%)
- Health, Safety, and Security (5%)
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) examination:
- Best Sources
- General References
An additional resource is O'Reilly Learning Safari Books Online, a searchable digital library that provides online access to thousands of books, training videos and conference sessions. See the Educational Resources section on the Related Sites page here on COOL to learn how to get free access.
Testing Information
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Exam Administration
Credential exams may be administered in-person at a testing site, proctored on-line remotely, or have options for both. If an exam is administered through a test vendor, the third-party test vendor box will be checked. The following test administration options apply to the Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) credential where checked:
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
For more information on the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) testing process, visit the agency website.
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Third-Party Test Vendor Information
Testing for this credential is handled by the following vendor:
Pearson VUE
The test centers are located in the U.S. They also have some test centers on military bases.
To find out more, use the following links on the Pearson VUE website:
- Search for Testing Program
- Learn About Testing for Military Communities
- Agency/Certification Specific Testing Information
- Contact Pearson VUE
RECERTIFICATION
Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR)
Renewal Period: 3 years