Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR)

When you graduate from the program with a minimum average grade of B-, you can apply for exemption from writing the National Knowledge Exam^®, following the accredited pathway. CPHRs are at the forefront of their field, and the CPHR designation will help to set you apart as a recognized HR professional.

Five steps to earn your CPHR

1. Become a student member while enrolled in our Human Resources Management Certificate program and take advantage of member benefits while you finish your studies.
   To receive the 25% SFU student discount on a CPHR BC & Yukon student membership, email mpp-info@sfu.ca to request the discount code. The code must be used at the time of sign-up for student membership and cannot be applied retroactively.
2. Graduate from the program with a 70% average (B-) and send your transcript to CPHR BC & Yukon for review.
3. Once transcript is approved for NKE exemption, submit payment for exemption application (less 25% if submitted within a year of graduating). You will now be a CPHR candidate.
4. Maintain your membership with CPHR BC & Yukon as you work toward gaining 3 years (if you have a degree) or 5 years (if you don't have a degree but you have the certificate) of professional work experience (within 10 years).
5. Once you have enough experience, submit a validation of experience application for review. Once approved, you will earn your CPHR designation.

Located outside of B.C.? 

You’re welcome to enroll in our Human Resources Management Certificate program, but please note every province has a different educational requirement for obtaining the CPHR designation. Also, post-secondary HR programs accredited in B.C. by CPHR BC & Yukon may not be accredited in another province. We strongly advise checking directly with the provincial HR association where you live or with CPHR BC & Yukon for clarification.