HRCI and SHRM Eligibility Requirements
- A minimum of 1 year of experience in a professional-level HR position with a Master's degree or higher, OR
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in a professional-level HR position with a Bachelor's degree, OR
- A minimum of 4 years of experience in a professional-level HR position with less than a Bachelor's degree
SPHR
- A minimum of 4 years of experience in a professional-level HR position with a Master’s degree or higher, OR
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional-level HR position with a Bachelor’s degree, OR
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in a professional-level HR position with less than a Bachelor's degree
According to SHRM, "individuals who perform HR duties or currently enrolled students who wish to verify, validate, enhance and/or expand their HR capabilities are likely candidates for SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification."