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SHRM-SCP vs SPHR: Which Senior HR Certification Makes More Sense?

UpstartHR

Are you a senior HR pro thinking about getting a certification, and you’re selecting between the SHRM-SCP and the SPHR? Have you wondered if the SHRM senior professional certification or the HRCI senior professional in human resources certification is right for you? Which Certification is Better? Absolutely not.

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SHRM-CP or PHR? Today’s HR Certification Decision

UpstartHR

I have been a SHRM volunteer leader since 2009. I also have been a supporter of HRCI since 2009 when I became certified. Many of you may know me as the person who talks about HR certification more than anyone else on the Internet. I’m going to preface today’s discussion a bit. Why do I do it?

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HRCI Changes Requirements for PHR, SPHR Recertification Starting 2021

UpstartHR

Every so often HRCI, the Human Resources Certification Institute, changes the requirements for its exams. For instance, in 2018 the exam body of knowledge changed the most it had since I got my PHR back in 2009. New HR Certification Ethics Requirement. Completing the Ethics Requirement.

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Kamala Harris’s Plan to Compel Equal Pay Compliance

Trusaic

where the last major legislation aimed at closing the gender pay gap was 1963’s Equal Pay Act, with the 2009 Lily Ledbetter Fair Pay Act providing additional protections for workers who suffer pay discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Noticeably absent from this trend is the U.S.,

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To Coach Others, We Must First Coach Ourselves

Center for Coaching

While logging continuing education hours to maintain my Certified Master Coach (CMC) credential through The Center for Coaching Certification, I have had a chance to pore over many essential concepts and principles: understanding VAK styles, active listening, the importance of word choice and intention, and the power of affirmation.

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A Look at the History of Human Resources & HR Certification Programs

Workology

This blog is part of a special series providing insights into HR certification. Look for a follow up article discussing HR certification options for our profession. In the HR profession, one of the most talked about, debated about and argued about topics over the last couple of years has been the topic of HR Certification.

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The Side Gig: How to Monetize Your HR Passions

UpstartHR

I started the journey back in 2009, and I have continued my “side hustle” over the years. Handling a Second Job/Gig/Activity As I mentioned, I’ve been doing something outside my “day job” ever since 2009. Back in 2009 I earned my HR certification. Looking back, it has been an incredible joy.