International Recognition
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International Recognition
SHRM Partnership
On 7 August 2019, the Institute for Human Resource Professionals (IHRP) and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) signed a mutual recognition agreement.
The IHRP-SHRM agreement will enable certified professionals to achieve reciprocal recognition from both organisations through mutual recognition.
SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) to IHRP Certified Professional (IHRP-CP)
Eligibility Criteria
- 3 years of HR-related work experience at CP level
- Experienced HR professionals
- Minimum 150-hours of HR-related training or education
Application Requirements
- Labour Legislation Paper
*Candidates must meet IHRP eligible requirements to bridge to the corresponding certification level
SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) to IHRP Senior Professional (IHRP-SCP)
Eligibility Criteria
- 8 years of HR-related work experience at SP level
- Experienced HR professionals
- Minimum 150-hours of HR-related training or education
Application Requirements
- Labour Legislation Paper
*Candidates must meet IHRP eligible requirements to bridge to the corresponding certification level
| Fees | Singaporean/PR | Non-Singaporean |
|---|---|---|
|
SHRM-CP to IHRP-CP |
S$272.50 |
S$1,635 |
|
SHRM-SCP to IHRP-SP |
S$381.50 |
S$2,725 |
|
On-Site Fee |
S$43.60 |
S$43.60 |
|
Re-Assessment Fee |
S$163.50 |
S$163.50 |
|
Re-Scheduling Fee |
S$109 |
S$109 |
| Standard Fee | Singaporean / PR (with Enhanced Subsidy^ applied) |
|---|---|
| SHRM-CP to IHRP-CP | S$163.50 |
| SHRM-SCP to IHRP-SP | S$272.50 |
*All fees are inclusive of and subjected to prevailing GST rate. The above fees are non-refundable and non-transferable regardless of the outcome of the application.
- On-Site Fee is applicable to candidates selecting the On-Site Assessment option and includes test centre fees, invigilation fees and other administrative charges. SHRM candidates applying for IHRP Certification through this Agreement must have a current and valid SHRM Certification and Professional Membership.
- Upon notification of successful advancement to On-Site Assessment, the candidate is allowed thirty (30) calendar days before the date of competency assessment to change competency assessment date without incurring a fee. The rescheduling fee is chargeable thereafter.
IHRP Certified Professional (IHRP-CP) to SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an IHRP Certified Professional
- Intended for individuals who perform general HR/HR-related duties
Application Requirements
- Complete the IHRP-SHRM bridging programme: There are currently two options available. Please go to this link for more information and to register for either option if you are interested to complete the programme.
- Review and agree to SHRM terms and conditions: This includes the Candidate Agreement, the SHRM Bylaws and Code of Ethics, and the SHRM Privacy Policy.
IHRP Senior Professional (IHRP-SP) to SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an IHRP Senior Professional
- Must have a work history of at least 3 years performing strategic level HR/HR-related duties
Application Requirements
- Complete the IHRP-SHRM bridging programme: There are currently two options available. Please go to this link for more information and to register for either option if you are interested to complete the programme.
- Review and agree to SHRM terms and conditions: This includes the Candidate Agreement, the SHRM Bylaws and Code of Ethics, and the SHRM Privacy Policy.
| Certification + Membership Bundled Offer | ||
|---|---|---|
| Special Bridging Fee + 1 Year Global Internet Membership: USD 420* |
These fees include prevailing fees which SHRM may charge, such as application fees and membership fees, but excludes recertification fees where applicable.
- A person must obtain a SHRM Global Internet Membership at the time of applying for the SHRM certification under this Agreement to become a certified professional of SHRM.
- A bridging candidate who ceases to be an IHRP certified professional will be required to re-apply for SHRM Professional Membership under the terms and conditions specified by SHRM.