Cascade and HR Certification Institute (HRCI), the premier HR credentialing organization dedicated to setting the standard for HR mastery and excellence, have partnered to help Cascade members further their HR career development and ongoing education.
Cascade members are eligible for the following benefits when obtaining or renewing their HRCI certifications:
Earn up to twelve (12) Recertification Credits per three-year HRCI renewal cycle. (Proof of Cascade membership is required).
Three credits per full year of Cascade membership (to a maximum of nine [9] credit hours) under the Professional Achievement category and an additional three [3] Business credits (one [1] per year for SPHR) under the “Professional Development: Self Directed” education category. If your HRCI credential does not require Business credit (PHR, GPHR or CA), the credit type will default to HR General credit.
$50 discount off the PHR, SPHR, GPHR, aPHR, or PHRca exam fee (contact us for your discount code).
HRCI's Associate Professional in Human Resources® (aPHR®) is the perfect certification to help fast-track your career growth. The aPHR is the first-ever HR certification designed for two distinct types of individuals: human resources professionals who are just beginning their HR career journey and non-HR professionals.
Advance your HR career with the Professional in Human Resources® (PHR®) certification. Earning the PHR demonstrates your technical and operational knowledge of HR management, including U.S. laws and regulations. The PHR is for the HR professional with experience in implementing programs with tactical/logistical orientation. The PHR certification emphasizes a practitioner's operational responsibilities for the organization’s HR department.
HR professionals with strategic and policy-making backgrounds are ideal candidates for the Senior Professional in Human Resources® (SPHR®). The credential is designed for leaders responsible for planning rather than implementing HR policy in the U.S. SPHR professionals tend to be accountable for HR department goals, planning and executing business strategies and technology while understanding the overall HR needs of the organization.
Adding the Professional in Human Resources – California® (PHRca®) to your portfolio demonstrates your knowledge of HR laws, regulations and management practices unique to the state of California. The PHRca is for professionals who either practice or are responsible for human resource management in California. Residency in California is not a requirement to earn a PHRca. This certification can be complementary to other HRCI credentials.
Earning the Global Professional in Human Resources® (GPHR®) demonstrates your expertise of multinational HR responsibilities, including strategies of globalization development of HR policies and initiatives that support organizational global growth. The GPHR recognizes your competencies and skills in managing HR disciplines in a global marketplace. If you are practicing HR primarily outside of the U.S., refer to the aPHRi, PHRi or SPHRi certifications.
Q: Is there a promo code for the $50 exam discount?
A. Yes. Before completing your online application, don’t forget to contact Sheryl Kelsh to get your exclusive code to receive a $50 discount. When you are in the process of registering for the exam, in the HR Affiliations field, please type CASCADE EMPLOYERS so HRCI is aware of the referral.
Q: Which exams are eligible for the $50 off promotional code?
A. The aPHR, PHR, PHRca, SPHR, and GPHR exams are all eligible for the promotional code.
Q: May I use more than one promo code for exam discount?
A. No, only one promo code may be redeemed per application.
Q: How often will I be able to submit the 12 credit hours on my recertification application?
A. We recommend you submit up to 4 credit hours annually or the total applicable credits at the end of your recertification cycle.
Earn up to 12 recertification credits per certification renewal cycle. Three credits per full year of Cascade membership (to a maximum of 9 credit hours) under the “Professional Achievement” category and an additional 1 Business credit (to a maximum of 3 credit hours for SPHR) under the “Professional Development: Self Directed” education category. If your HRCI credential does not require Business credit, the credit type will default to HR (General) credit.
Q: Is documentation needed to confirm Cascade Employers Association membership?
A. Documentation must be provided if you are chosen for a recertification audit. If you are audited, please contact Cascade Employers Association for proof of membership.
