Recertification

STAY CURRENT AND DEMONSTRATE YOUR PROFESSIONAL STATUS BY MAINTAINING YOUR CERTIFICATIONS

The CHRS, CHRS K-12, CWCP, CLRP, CLRL, and CFMLS certifications are valid until December 31st of the second year after initial certification or the last recertification.

For example:

  • A CWCP earned in May of 2024 would be valid until December 31st of 2026.
  • After recertifying in 2024, the certification would be valid until December 31st of 2026.

You may apply for recertification at any time during the year in which your certification expires. To avoid a lapse in certification, we encourage you to apply for recertification by December 1st of the year that your certification will expire.

 

RECERTIFICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Select one of the following programs for instructions on how to apply for recertification.

CHRS RECERTIFICATION (Including K-12)

  1. Engage in 28 hours of continuing education

    During the two years after you earn your certification or recertification.

    • ACTIVITIES THAT EARN CE CREDITS

      Recertification may be earned through a variety of continuing education activities. While the education need not be directly related to the area of your certification, activities should be related to your professional responsibilities.

      While recertification activities do not need to be pre-approved, if you have any question about the availability of credits for a particular activity, complete and submit the credit evaluation form.

      The table below lists these activities and the corresponding number of continuing education credits.

      SHRLR Professional Development Activities CE Credits
      Certified Labor Relations Leader 38.5 credits
      Certified Human Resources Specialist - CHRS 32.5 credits
      Certified Workers' Compensation Professional - CWCP 28 credits
      Certified Family Medical Leave Specialist - CFMLS 7 credits
      Other SHRLR Professional Development in-person or online courses 1 credit per hour of instruction. Breaks and lunches are not included
      NOTE: No supporting documentation is required for classes taken through MSU SHRLR Professional Development.
      Other Activities CE Credits
      Development or presentation of training programs. 3 credits each hour of training provided
      Participation in labor contract negotiations. 7 credit per hour of negotiations
      Participation in arbitration prep/arbitration hearings. 7 credits per hour of negotiations
      Participation in major projects such as six-sigma and change initiatives that are related to professional development can count for credit if a written summary of said accomplishment is submitted. The essay must include an outline of the project, the applicant's role in the project, and a statement of what was learned and why the project was relevant. 3 credits per project
      A written summary of contemporary books or articles pertaining to the profession can be submitted for credit. The summary should be 2-4 pages in length and should include implications for the applicant, his/her organization and the field in general. 2 credits per summary
      A successfully completed college course pertaining to the profession from an accredited institution. The applicant must achieve a GPA of 2.5 or higher to receive this credit. 28 credit hours

      Questions regarding recertification should be directed to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

  2. Complete the Application for Recertification form and submit, along with supporting documentation (see below) to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

    Download Application for Recertification

  3. Submit the recertification fee:

    2024 CHRS Recertification:
    Fee: $95

    Forms of payment accepted: Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, & UnionPay), Google Pay, and ACH transfers.

    2023 CHRS Recertification:
    Fee before January 1, 2024: $95
    Fee between January 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024: $145
    (includes late registration free)

    Forms of payment accepted: Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, & UnionPay), Google Pay, and ACH transfers.
    Payment Via Mail or Fax:
    Complete the Application for Recertification form, and mail to:

    • Professional Development
      School of Human Resources & Labor Relations
      South Kedzie Hall
      368 Farm Lane, Room S409
      East Lansing, MI 48824

CWCP RECERTIFICATION VIA CONTINUING EDUCATION

  1. Engage in 28 hours of continuing education

    During the two years after you earn your certification or recertification.

    • ACTIVITIES THAT EARN CE CREDITS

      Recertification may be earned through a variety of continuing education activities. While the education need not be directly related to the area of your certification, activities should be related to your professional responsibilities.

      While recertification activities do not need to be pre-approved, if you have any question about the availability of credits for a particular activity, complete and submit the credit evaluation form.

      The table below lists these activities and the corresponding number of continuing education credits.

      SHRLR Professional Development Activities CE Credits
      Certified Labor Relations Leader 38.5 credits
      Certified Human Resources Specialist - CHRS 32.5 credits
      Certified Workers' Compensation Professional - CWCP 28 credits
      Certified Family Medical Leave Specialist - CFMLS 7 credits
      Other SHRLR Professional Development in-person or online courses 1 credit per hour of instruction. Breaks and lunches are not included
      NOTE: No supporting documentation is required for classes taken through MSU SHRLR Professional Development.
      Other Activities CE Credits
      Development or presentation of training programs. 3 credits each hour of training provided
      Participation in labor contract negotiations. 7 credit per hour of negotiations
      Participation in arbitration prep/arbitration hearings. 7 credits per hour of negotiations
      Participation in major projects such as six-sigma and change initiatives that are related to professional development can count for credit if a written summary of said accomplishment is submitted. The essay must include an outline of the project, the applicant's role in the project, and a statement of what was learned and why the project was relevant. 3 credits per project
      A written summary of contemporary books or articles pertaining to the profession can be submitted for credit. The summary should be 2-4 pages in length and should include implications for the applicant, his/her organization and the field in general. 2 credits per summary
      A successfully completed college course pertaining to the profession from an accredited institution. The applicant must achieve a GPA of 2.5 or higher to receive this credit. 28 credit hours

      Questions regarding recertification should be directed to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

  2. Complete the Application for Recertification Form

    Submit with supporting documentation to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

    Download Application for Recertification

  3. Submit the recertification fee:

    2024 CWCP Recertification via Continuing Education:
    Fee: $95

    Forms of payment accepted: Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, & UnionPay), Google Pay, and ACH transfers.

    2023 CWCP Recertification via Continuing Education:
    Fee before January 1, 2024: $95
    Fee between July 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024: $195
    (includes late registration free)

    Forms of payment accepted: Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, & UnionPay), Google Pay, and ACH transfers.
    Payment Via Mail or Fax:
    Complete the Application for Recertification form, and mail to:

    • Professional Development
      School of Human Resources & Labor Relations
      South Kedzie Hall
      368 Farm Lane, Room S409
      East Lansing, MI 48824

 

CWCP RECERTIFICATION VIA EXAM

  1. Complete the Application for Recertification Form

    Submit with supporting documentation to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

    Download Application for Recertification

  2. Submit the recertification fee:


    2024 CWCP Recertification via Examination:
    Fee: $185

    Forms of payment accepted: Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, & UnionPay), Google Pay, and ACH transfers.

    2023 CWCP Recertification via Examination:
    Fee before January 1, 2024: $185
    Fee between July 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024: $285
    (includes late registration free)

    Forms of payment accepted: Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, & UnionPay), Google Pay, and ACH transfers.
    Payment Via Mail or Fax:
    Complete the Application for Recertification form and mail to:

    • Professional Development
      School of Human Resources & Labor Relations
      South Kedzie Hall
      368 Farm Lane, Room S409
      East Lansing, MI 48824

  3. Taking the Examination

    • After we process your Application for Recertification and payment, you will receive your examination via email. Once you complete the examination, you may email it to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu to be scored.
    • You will have two weeks to complete your examination. A minimum score of 80% is required to pass each examination.
      • Examinations may be retaken once at no additional charge. If the second attempt examination is not passed, the applicant will need to retake the certification course or recertify through continuing education.

 

CLRP RECERTIFICATION

  1. Engage in 28 hours of employee and/or labor relations training or participate in labor contract negotiations

    During the two years after you earn your certification or recertification. Contract negotiations, arbitration prep and hearings earn 7 continuing education credits for each hour of actual negotiations or arbitration activities.

    • ACTIVITIES THAT EARN CE CREDITS

      Recertification may be earned through a variety of continuing education activities. While the education need not be directly related to the area of your certification, activities should be related to your professional responsibilities.

      While recertification activities do not need to be pre-approved, if you have any question about the availability of credits for a particular activity, complete and submit the credit evaluation form.

      A completed Affirmation of Activity form must accompany applications that include contract negotiations, development of training programs, or participation in major projects.

      The table below lists these activities and the corresponding number of continuing education credits.

      SHRLR Professional Development Activities CE Credits
      Certified Labor Relations Leader 38.5 credits
      Certified Human Resources Specialist - CHRS 32.5 credits
      Certified Workers' Compensation Professional - CWCP 28 credits
      Certified Family Medical Leave Specialist - CFMLS 7 credits
      Other SHRLR Professional Development in-person or online courses 1 credit per hour of instruction. Breaks and lunches are not included
      NOTE: No supporting documentation is required for classes taken through MSU SHRLR Professional Development.
      Other Activities CE Credits
      Development or presentation of training programs. 3 credits each hour of training provided
      Participation in labor contract negotiations. 7 credits per hour of negotiations
      Participation in arbitration prep/arbitration hearings. 7 credits per hour of negotiations
      Participation in major projects such as six-sigma and change initiatives that are related to professional development can count for credit if a written summary of said accomplishment is submitted. The essay must include an outline of the project, the applicant's role in the project, and a statement of what was learned and why the project was relevant. 3 credits per project
      A written summary of contemporary books or articles pertaining to the profession can be submitted for credit. The summary should be 2-4 pages in length and should include implications for the applicant, his/her organization and the field in general. 2 credits per summary
      A successfully completed college course pertaining to the profession from an accredited institution. The applicant must achieve a GPA of 2.5 or higher to receive this credit. 28 credit hours

      Questions regarding recertification should be directed to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

  2. Complete the Application for Recertification Form

    Submit with supporting documentation to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

    Download Application for Recertification

  3. Submit the recertification fee:

    2024 CLRP Recertification:
    Fee: $95

    Forms of payment accepted: Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, & UnionPay), Google Pay, and ACH transfers.
    Payment Via Mail:
    Complete the Application for Recertification form and mail to:

    • Professional Development
      School of Human Resources & Labor Relations
      South Kedzie Hall
      368 Farm Lane, Room S409
      East Lansing, MI 48824

 

CLRL RECERTIFICATION

  1. Engage in 28 hours of employee and/or labor relations training or participate in labor contract negotiations

    During the two years after you earn your certification or recertification. Contract negotiations earn 7 continuing education credits for each hour of actual negotiations.

    • ACTIVITIES THAT EARN CE CREDITS

      Recertification may be earned through a variety of continuing education activities. While the education need not be directly related to the area of your certification, activities should be related to your professional responsibilities.

      While recertification activities do not need to be pre-approved, if you have any question about the availability of credits for a particular activity, complete and submit the credit evaluation form.

      A completed Affirmation of Activity form must accompany applications that include contract negotiations, development of training programs, or participation in major projects.

      The table below lists these activities and the corresponding number of continuing education credits.

      SHRLR Professional Development Activities CE Credits
      Certified Labor Relations Leader 38.5 credits
      Certified Human Resources Specialist - CHRS 32.5 credits
      Certified Workers' Compensation Professional - CWCP 28 credits
      Certified Family Medical Leave Specialist - CFMLS 7 credits
      Other SHRLR Professional Development in-person or online courses 1 credit per hour of instruction. Breaks and lunches are not included
      NOTE: No supporting documentation is required for classes taken through MSU SHRLR Professional Development.
      Other Activities CE Credits
      Development or presentation of training programs. 3 credits each hour of training provided
      Participation in labor contract negotiations. 7 credits per hour of negotiations
      Participation in arbitration prep/arbitration hearings. 7 credits per hour of negotiations
      Participation in major projects such as six-sigma and change initiatives that are related to professional development can count for credit if a written summary of said accomplishment is submitted. The essay must include an outline of the project, the applicant's role in the project, and a statement of what was learned and why the project was relevant. 3 credits per project
      A written summary of contemporary books or articles pertaining to the profession can be submitted for credit. The summary should be 2-4 pages in length and should include implications for the applicant, his/her organization and the field in general. 2 credits per summary
      A successfully completed college course pertaining to the profession from an accredited institution. The applicant must achieve a GPA of 2.5 or higher to receive this credit. 28 credit hours

      Questions regarding recertification should be directed to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

  2. Complete the Application for Recertification Form

    Submit with supporting documentation to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

    Download Application for Recertification

  3. Submit the recertification fee:

    2024 CLRL Recertification:
    Fee: $95

    Forms of payment accepted: Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, & UnionPay), Google Pay, and ACH transfers.

    2023 CLRL Recertification:
    Fee before January 1, 2024: $95
    Fee between July 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024: $195
    (includes late registration free)

    Forms of payment accepted: Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, & UnionPay), Google Pay, and ACH transfers.
    Payment Via Mail or Fax:
    Complete the Application for Recertification form and mail to:

    • Professional Development
      School of Human Resources & Labor Relations
      South Kedzie Hall
      368 Farm Lane, Room S409
      East Lansing, MI 48824

 

CFMLS RECERTIFICATION

  1. Engage in 8 hours of continuing education

    During the two years after you earn your certification or recertification.

    • ACTIVITIES THAT EARN CE CREDITS

      Recertification may be earned through a variety of continuing education activities. While the education need not be directly related to the area of your certification, activities should be related to your professional responsibilities.

      While recertification activities do not need to be pre-approved, if you have any question about the availability of credits for a particular activity, complete and submit the credit evaluation form.

      The table below lists these activities and the corresponding number of continuing education credits.

      SHRLR Professional Development Activities CE Credits
      Certified Labor Relations Leader 38.5 credits
      Certified Human Resources Specialist - CHRS 32.5 credits
      Certified Workers' Compensation Professional - CWCP 28 credits
      Certified Family Medical Leave Specialist - CFMLS 7 credits
      Other SHRLR Professional Development in-person or online courses 1 credit per hour of instruction. Breaks and lunches are not included
      NOTE: No supporting documentation is required for classes taken through MSU SHRLR Professional Development.
      Other Activities CE Credits
      Development or presentation of training programs. 3 credits each hour of training provided
      Participation in labor contract negotiations. 7 credit per hour of negotiations
      Participation in arbitration prep/arbitration hearings. 7 credits per hour of negotiations
      Participation in major projects such as six-sigma and change initiatives that are related to professional development can count for credit if a written summary of said accomplishment is submitted. The essay must include an outline of the project, the applicant's role in the project, and a statement of what was learned and why the project was relevant. 3 credits per project
      A written summary of contemporary books or articles pertaining to the profession can be submitted for credit. The summary should be 2-4 pages in length and should include implications for the applicant, his/her organization and the field in general. 2 credits per summary
      A successfully completed college course pertaining to the profession from an accredited institution. The applicant must achieve a GPA of 2.5 or higher to receive this credit. 28 credit hours

      Questions regarding recertification should be directed to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

  2. Complete the Application for Recertification form and submit, along with supporting documentation (see below) to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

    Download Application for Recertification

  3. Submit the recertification fee:

    2024 CFMLS Recertification:
    Fee: $95

    Forms of payment accepted: Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, & UnionPay), Google Pay, and ACH transfers.

    2023 CFMLS Recertification:
    Fee before January 1, 2024: $95
    Fee between July 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024: $195
    (includes late registration free)

    Forms of payment accepted: Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, & UnionPay), Google Pay, and ACH transfers.
    Payment Via Mail or Fax:
    Complete the Application for Recertification form and mail to:

    • Professional Development
      School of Human Resources & Labor Relations
      South Kedzie Hall
      368 Farm Lane, Room S409
      East Lansing, MI 48824

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION

Supporting documentation must be submitted with the Application for Recertification form.

Two types of supporting documentation must be submitted per program. You will need to submit at least one document from each section below to validate your continuing education credits for recertifcation.

  1. DOCUMENTATION OF PARTICIPATION
    Acceptable documents include:

    1. Certificate of Attendance
    2. Unofficial Transcript
    3. Sign-in sheet showing your signature

    4. Signed Affirmation of Activity form confirming your participation

  2. DOCUMENTATION OF CONTENT AND CONTACT HOURS
    Acceptable documents include:

    1. Detailed agenda, including dates and times of the program or activity
    2. Program announcement that includes dates, times, topics covered, and learning objectives
    3. Signed Affirmation of Activity form indicating the length and type of activity
      1. A single Affirmation of Activity form may be used to indicate both your participant and the content/contact hours

    4. A written review of a business book

Note: Supporting documentation is not required for courses taken through MSU SHRLR Professional Development.

 

COMMON REQUESTS

Questions regarding recertification should be directed to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

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