I have little HR experience, but in HR-relevant role. Can I still apply?

The IHRP certification is a practitioner’s certification and serves as a validation of your HR experience. Each level of certification reflects a different stage of professional maturity and expertise. For the IHRP Certified Professional (IHRP-CP), candidates are expected to have at least 3 years of HR working experience. For the IHRP Senior Professional (IHRP-SP), candidates must have a minimum of 8 years of working experience, including at least 2 years in a strategic HR role.

If you have yet to accumulate the necessary experience, you may wish to give yourself more time to build and deepen your HR practice before applying. For junior HR professionals still early in their careers, the IHRP Certified Associate (IHRP-CA) certification could be a valuable starting point to begin your journey toward full professional accreditation.