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  • Why was the coursework requirement introduced?

    CPHR Canada implemented the coursework requirement so that when people write the National Knowledge Exam, they are well prepared to be successful on the exam and on the path to their CPHR Designation. This requirement has been introduced to set the bar for academic comprehension, establish a standard for educational requirements and build on credibility of the CPHR designation.

  • What are the required courses? Why?

    There are nine (9) required HR courses you must complete to be eligible to write the National Knowledge Exam (NKE). These courses are:

    • Accounting and Financial Management
    • Human Resources Management 
    • Industrial Relations
    • Organizational Behaviour
    • Occupational Health and Safety 
    • Recruitment and Selection
    • Strategic Compensation
    • Strategic Human Resources Planning
    • Training and Development

    These courses directly align with CPHR Canada's Competency Framework and are fundamental knowledge areas of human resources. 

  • How can I complete the required courses?

    You can meet the coursework requirement through:

    • A post-secondary degree or diploma in HR
    • Completion of an HR Certificate that covers the foundational courses:
    • Continuing Education courses in HR; or
    • The CPHR Canada Program with Captus Press
  • Do any of the courses completed in my post-secondary program count for the required coursework?
    Yes, eligible Human Resource courses you completed within your non-HR diploma or degree can be applied to the coursework requirement. A review of your official transcripts will be conducted to determine eligibility. 
     

     

  • What if I have a diploma or degree in Human Resources?

    A diploma or degree in HR fulfills the coursework requirement so you can move to the next step in obtaining your designation – registering for the National Knowledge Exam.

  • What if I have a post-secondary certificate in Human Resources?
    Courses completed within your certificate in HR can be applied to the coursework requirement. A review of your official transcripts will be conducted to determine eligibility. 
     
  • What if my education was achieved outside of Canada?

    If your education was completed outside of Canada, we require that a course-by-course IQAS or WES assessment be completed, and then sent to us directly from IQAS/WES. 

  • When can I register for the National Knowledge Exam (NKE)?
    You can register for the NKE once you become an associate member. 
     
    Associate Members are individuals who have either: 
    1. Completed a post-secondary two-year Diploma or Degree in HR or 
    2. Completed a non-HR two-year Diploma or Degree AND have completed the nine required HR Foundational Courses.