Introduction

Associate Professional in Human Resources – International™ (aPHRi™)

The aPHRi from HRCI is the perfect certification to help propel your career growth and provide you with the confidence to launch into the HR profession. For students, early-career HR professionals, non-HR managers and those transitioning into HR roles, the Associate Professional in Human Resources – International™ (aPHRi™) will prove your knowledge of foundational HR as practiced in a single non-U.S. global setting.

Am I Eligible?

To be eligible for the aPHRi you must have a secondary global education (high school diploma or global equivalent). No HR experience is required since this is a knowledge-based credential.

Exam Course Outline:

1- Functional Area 01 | HR Operations (38%) Understanding the tactical and operational tasks related to workforce management and the HR function. Complying with the laws, regulations, and policies that affect the organization.

2- Functional Area 02 | Recruitment and Selection (15%) : Understanding the hiring process including regulatory requirements, sourcing of applicants, formal interview and selection process, and onboarding of a new hire.

3- Functional Area 03 | Compensation and Benefits (14%) : Understanding concepts related to total rewards such as pay and benefit programs. Responding to employee questions and handling claims in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.

4- Functional Area 04 | Human Resource Development and Retention (12%) Understanding the techniques and methods for delivering training programs and developing individual employees.

5- Functional Area 05 | Employee Relations (16%) Understanding the methods organizations use to monitor and address morale, performance, and retention. Balancing the operational needs of the organization with the well-being of the individual employee.

6- Functional Area 06 | Health, Safety, and Security (5%) Understanding the laws, regulations, and policies that promote a safe work environment. Use risk mitigation procedures to protect against workplace hazards.

ExamStats

Format125 mostly multiple-choice questions
Duration2 hours and 15minutes

Course curriculum

  • 1

    HR Operations

    • Functional Area 01 | HR Operations (33%)

  • 2

    Recruitment and Selection

    • Functional Area 02 | Recruitment and Selection (22%)

  • 3

    Compensation and Benefits

    • Functional Area 03 | Compensation and Benefits (15%)

  • 4

    Human Resource Development and Retention

    • Functional Area 04 | Human Resource Development and Retention (12%)

  • 5

    Employee Relations

    • Functional Area 05 | Employee Relations (16%)

  • 6

    Health, Safety, and Security

    • Functional Area 06 | Health, Safety, and Security (5%)