CHRS Recertification by Exam

To renew your Certified HR Specialist certification via exam, follow the steps below. If you have any questions, please contact Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

 

  1. Apply for recertification

    Complete the Application for Recertification form and email, along with supporting documentation to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

    • 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.

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

    Download Application for Recertification

  2. Submit the recertification fee

    2024 CHRS Recertification via Examination:
    Fee: $185

    Note: During payment on the next page, please disregard the location and start/end dates as these are not applicable to recertification registrations.

    2023 CHRS Recertification via Examination:
    Fee before January 1, 2024: $185
    Fee between January 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024: $235
    (includes late registration free)

    Note: During payment on the next page, please disregard the location and start/end dates as these are not applicable to recertification registrations.

    Or Send Payment via Mail:

    • Make checks payable to:

      • Michigan State University

    • Mail recertification payments to the following address:

      • Professional Development, Accounts Receivable
        School of Human Resources & Labor Relations
        South Kedzie Hall
        368 Farm Lane, Room S423
        East Lansing, MI 48824

  3. Take the Exam

    • After we process your Application for Recertification and payment, you will receive your examination via email, once completed, please email back to Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.
    • 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.

 

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

Recertification