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PHR Certification: Don't Leave Business School without It
May 8, 2007
by Amelia Gray
Business Programs Columnist
Professional Human Resource (PHR) certification is becoming an essential aspect of human resources education. The HR Certification Institute expects record enrollment numbers as Fortune 500 companies begin to seek the certification in potential employees.
For the demands of the career as well as its rewards, Money Magazine ranked Human Resources Manager careers #4 in a recent Best Jobs in America survey. As the competition for this top job grows, opportunities to complete online HR certification programs are becoming a smart final step for human resource professionals either completing an HR educational program, or hoping to update their existing skills with further training and certification.
Benefits of Investing in HR Certification
"From Fortune 500 companies to small business owners and nonprofit organizations, employers recognize the critical role that HR plays in achieving system-wide goals and objectives," says R. Gregory Green, Chairman of the Board for HRCI. A variety of top organizations hire HR professionals with PHR certification, including:
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AT&T
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Boeing
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United States Postal Service
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State Farm Insurance
Because HR departments can be found in a wide variety of industries, it's possible to choose a career tailored to your interests.
More Popular Human Resources Certifications
PHR certification isn't the only option for HR professionals hoping to further their training. Other HR certification programs include:
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SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources)
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GPHR (Global Professional in Human Resources)
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PHR-CA (PHR with California state certification)
While no human resources degree or certification program can guarantee a particular career, it can help to have some educational experience in fields where hiring managers prefer or require training and certification.
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About The Author
Amelia Gray is a teacher and freelance writer in San Marcos, TX. Amelia earned a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Arizona State University.
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