SPHR
Education & Academia abbreviation · Professional Certification
| Stands for | Senior Professional in Human Resources |
|---|---|
| Categories | Education & Academia |
SPHR stands for Senior Professional in Human Resources, a professional certification abbreviation also used in business.
HRCI's senior certification for HR leaders responsible for strategy, policy and the HR function's impact on the organization. Candidates need between four and seven years of professional HR experience depending on education.
Example: The chief people officer has held the SPHR for twenty years.
Usage notes
SPHR content emphasizes leadership, business strategy and talent planning more than day-to-day compliance. It remains respected alongside the newer SHRM-SCP. Recertification requires 60 credits every three years, including business and ethics credits.
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