No formal prerequisites are published; anyone can register for the exam.
Renewal & maintenance
Valid for 3 years, 60 PDC credits per cycle, $210 renewal fee. Renew by cpe.
60 PDCs per 3-year cycle (ends last day of birth month in year 3) or retake the exam; recertification fee USD 165 member / 210 nonmember (late USD 240/285)
Recognition
Most widely held competency-based HR certification in the US and Middle East; operational level
Related certifications
PSHRA-SCP PSHRA Senior Certified Professional (formerly IPMA-SCP)