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Beyond enhancing credibility with your business leaders, IHRP-SP Certification supports continuous professional development through a structured pathway. Demonstrate your commitment to career-long learning and be equipped with relevant knowledge to be an integral strategic partner within your organisation.
Go beyond foundational knowledge with specialised content ranging from HR skills to IHRP’s Body of Competencies (BOCs) on our mobile-enabled learning platform, IHRP Connect.
Get mentored by experienced professionals, gain practical work experience and earn IHRP Skills Badges in HR areas such as Organisational Change, People Analytics, Strategic Workforce Planning and HR Technology.
At least 2 years of strategic HR experience, consistent with the IHRP-SP performance statements, including 8 years of work-related experience.
150 hours or HR education qualification
At least 2 years
| Working professionals (with government subsidies applied) |
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|---|---|
| Standard Fee | S$381.50 |
| On-site Fee | S$43.60 |
| Re-assessment Fee | S$163.50 |
| Working Professionals (with Enhanced Subsidy* applied) | |
|---|---|
| Standard Fee | S$272.50 |
Terms and conditions apply. This subsidy is available only to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents.The subsidy applies to IHRP Certified Associate (CA – Working Professionals only), Certified Professional (CP), and Senior Professional (SP) applications, and is valid for new, first-time upgrade, and bridging applications. Available from 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2026. Subsidy does not apply to Recertification, Reassessment, Rescheduling, or Onsite fees.
Please click here to discover how IHRP collaborates with leading professional bodies to achieve mutual recognition through bridging pathways.
All fees are inclusive of prevailing Goods and Services Tax (GST).
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.
IHRP reserve the rights to assign alternative assessment date due to unforeseen circumstances. Such change of assessment dates initiated by IHRP will not be subjected to any rescheduling fee.
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 ($109) is chargeable thereafter.
A candidate who cancels no later than five (5) calendar days before the scheduled assessment date or start date of remote assessment window will receive a full refund less $87.20 administrative fee. Any bank charges resulting from the refund will be borne by the candidate.
A candidate whose IHRP Assessment date has been confirmed, but does not reschedule, cancel, or attend the IHRP assessment will be considered a ‘no-show” and will forfeit all Assessment Fee.
Singaporeans are eligible to utilise SkillsFuture Credit for IHRP certifications, recertification fees, and certification upgrades.
Please click here for the list of courses that are exempted from IHRP-SP Experience Assessment
| Working professionals | |
|---|---|
| Standard Fee | S$2,725.00 |
| On-site Fee | S$43.60 |
| Re-assessment Fee | S$163.50 |
Please click here to discover how IHRP collaborates with leading professional bodies to achieve mutual recognition through bridging pathways.
All fees are inclusive of prevailing Goods and Services Tax (GST).
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.
IHRP reserve the rights to assign alternative assessment date due to unforeseen circumstances. Such change of assessment dates initiated by IHRP will not be subjected to any rescheduling fee.
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 ($109) is chargeable thereafter.
A candidate who cancels no later than five (5) calendar days before the scheduled assessment date or start date of remote assessment window will receive a full refund less $87.20 administrative fee. Any bank charges resulting from the refund will be borne by the candidate.
A candidate whose IHRP Assessment date has been confirmed, but does not reschedule, cancel, or attend the IHRP assessment will be considered a ‘no-show” and will forfeit all Assessment Fee.
Singaporeans are eligible to utilise SkillsFuture Credit for IHRP certifications, recertification fees, and certification upgrades.
Please click here for the list of courses that are exempted from IHRP-SP Experience Assessment.
| Mode of Assessment | Assessment Date | Deadline for Submission | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-site | 22 Oct 2025, Wed | 17 Oct 2025, Fri | Closed |
| On-site | 29 Oct 2025, Wed | 24 Oct 2025, Fri | Closed |
| On-site | 7 Nov 2025, Fri | 2 Nov 2025, Sun | Closed |
| On-site | 28 Nov 2025, Tue | 23 Nov 2025, Sun | Closed |
| On-site | 15 Dec 2025, Mon | 10 Dec 2025, Wed | Open |
| Remote | 1 Oct 2025, Tue (9:00am) | 26 Sept 2025, Thur | Closed |
| Remote | 3 Oct 2025, Thurs (2:00pm) | 28 Sept 2025, Sat | Closed |
| Remote | 7 Oct 2025, Tue (9:00am) | 2 Oct 2025, Thurs | Closed |
| Remote | 9 Oct 2025, Thurs (2:00pm) | 4 Oct 2025, Sat | Closed |
| Remote | 3 Nov 2025, Mon (9:00am) | 29 Oct 2025, Wed | Closed |
| Remote | 7 Nov 2025, Fri (2:00pm) | 2 Nov 2025, Sun | Closed |
| Remote | 10 Nov 2025, Mon (9:00am) | 5 Nov 2025, Wed | Closed |
| Remote | 13 Nov 2025, Thurs (2:00pm) | 8 Nov 2025 Sat | Closed |
| Remote | 1 Dec 2025, Mon (9:00am) | 26 Nov 2025, Wed | Closed |
| Remote | 3 Dec 2025, Wed (2:00pm) | 28 Nov 2025, Fri | Open |
| Remote | 8 Dec 2025, Mon (9:00am) | 3 Dec 2025, Wed | Open |
| Remote | 10 Dec 2025. Wed (2:00pm) | 5 Dec 2025, Fri | Open |
- To support work-life balance for both our staff and candidates, assessments are now scheduled exclusively on weekdays, between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm.
- For remote assessments, please log in at either 9:00 am or 2:00 pm to begin.
- Please note that assessments will not be available on weekends or Public Holidays, allowing you to enjoy your personal time and focus on what matters most.
- If you have any questions or concerns, we are here to help. Please feel free to reach out to us at hello@ihrp.sg.
| Mode of Assessment | Assessment Date | Deadline for Submission | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-site | 21 Jan 2026, Wed | 16 Jan 2026, Fri | Open |
| On-site | 29 Jan 2026, Thurs | 24 Jan 2026, Sat | Open |
| On-site | 25 Feb 2026, Wed | 20 Fri 2026, Fri | Open |
| On-site | 17 Mar 2026, Tues | 12 Mar 2026, Thurs | Open |
| On-site | 27 Mar 2026, Fri | 22 Mar 2026, Sun | Open |
| Remote | 2 Jan 2026, Fri (9:00am) | 28 Dec 2025, Sun | Open |
| Remote | 7 Jan 2026, Wed (2:00pm) | 2 Jan 2024, Fri | Open |
| Remote | 9 Jan 2026, Fri (9:00am) | 4 Jan 2026, Sun | Open |
| Remote | 13 Jan 2026, Tues (2:00pm) | 8 Jan 2026, Thurs | Opem |
| Remote | 3 Feb 2026, Tues (9:00am) | 29 Jan 2026, Thurs | Open |
| Remote | 6 Feb 2026, Fri (2:00pm) | 1 Feb 2026, Sun | Open |
| Remote | 10 Feb 2026, Tues (9:00am) | 5 Feb 2026, Thurs | Open |
| Remote | 12 Feb 2026, Thurs (2:00pm) | 7 Feb 2026, Sat | Open |
| Remote | 5 Mar 2026, Thurs (9:00am) | 28 Feb 2026, Sat | Open |
| Remote | 10 Mar 2026, Fri (2:00pm) | 5 Mar 2026, Thurs | Open |
| Remote | 13 Mar 2026, Fri (9:00am) | 8 Mar 2026, Sun | Open |
| Remote | 18 Mar 2026, Wed (2:00pm) | 13 Mar 2026, Fri | Open |
| Mode of Assessment | Assessment Date | Deadline for Submission | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Remote | 1 Apr 2026, Wed (9:00am) | 27 Mar 2026, Fri | Open |
| Remote | 7 Apr 2026, Tues (2:00pm) | 2 Apr 2026, Thurs | Open |
| Remote | 9 Apr 2026, Thurs (9:00am) | 4 Apr 2026, Sat | Open |
| Remote | 17 Apr 2026, Fri (2:00pm) | 12 Apr 2026, Sun | Opem |
| Remote | 5 May 2026, Tues (9:00am) | 30 Apr 2026, Thurs | Open |
| Remote | 7 May 2026, Thurs (2:00pm) | 2 May 2026, Sat | Open |
| Remote | 13 May 2026, Wed (9:00am) | 8 May 2026, Fri | Open |
| Remote | 15 May 2026, Thurs (2:00pm) | 10 May 2026, Sun | Open |
The IHRP Certification is a testament to your competence, professionalism and experience as a HR practitioner. Developed through extensive consultations and benchmarked against international standards, the IHRP Certification is an industry-endorsed mark of quality that acknowledges your mastery of future-ready competencies.
You will be assessed on applying Singapore’s employment policies, legislation, and advanced HR knowledge.
Flexi-Masters in HR Thought Leadership
Understanding and application of HR competencies and mindsets
Ability to partner with the business on operations and HR issues
Ability to offer strategic and operational inputs on business and HR issues
90 minutes
Labour policies and legislation:
Employment Act
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act
Employment for Foreign Manpower (Work Pass) Regulations
Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices (including Fair Consideration Framework)
Central Provident Fund
Industrial Relations Act (including Tripartism and Employee Relations)
Retirement and Re-employment Act
Work Injury Compensation Act
Tripartite Alliance for Dispute Management
30 MCQs
Open-book assessment (links to the respective legislations will be provided).
Legislation will be tested through application-based Situational Judgement Tests (SJT) hence memorising labour policies and legislations is not necessary.
120 minutes
Functional Competencies with a focus on Mindsets and Behaviours
32 MCQs based on 4 scenarios with 8 MCQs each
Closed-book assessment, application-based questions focusing on the mindsets and behaviours competencies that a HR professional should have to effectively carry out their role.
Legislation will be tested through application-based Situational Judgement Tests (SJT) hence memorising labour policies and legislation is not necessary.
Join our Walk-In Application Clinic to learn about the certification process and receive guidance on your application.
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