HRCI, founded in 1973 and headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, is the premier credentialing organization for the human resource profession. The non-profit sets the standard for HR rigor, excellence and expertise, with its certified professionals spanning over 150 countries worldwide.
The organisation administers eight global certifications for HR professionals, including the PHR, SPHR, and GPHR designations. HRCI also provides organisational certification services aligned with International Organization for Standardization (ISO) human resources management standards.
HRCI partners with higher education institutions, corporations, and government agencies worldwide to support professionals' continuous development. Its technology infrastructure supports certification learning and administration across its global community, which has been built over more than 50 years.
