Certification Overview

The PHRi™ validates your ability to apply technical and operational HR principles across regions, regardless of location.

It’s designed for practitioners working outside the United States — the credential that travels with you. PHRi™ is awarded by the HR Certification Institute (HRCI™), the world’s leading independent credentialing organization for HR professionals, and validates internationally recognized HR expertise through rigorous, exam-based assessment.

View the official PHRi™ exam outline (PDF)
PHRi™ exam weighting — pie chart showing percentage of each functional area
Exam weighting by functional area.

This program is for you if…

Designed for HR professionals ready to take their career to the next level.

You work in HR — at any level

Specialist, recruiter, generalist, or manager. Based in Armenia or working internationally.

You want a globally recognised credential

Planning to earn an HRCI certification that employers recognise in 150+ countries.

You prefer structure over solo study

Looking for a guided preparation path with live sessions, practice questions, and expert support.

You’re serious about career growth

Ready to invest in your qualifications and open opportunities beyond your local market.

Eligibility

Meet one of these three paths to sit for the PHRi™ exam:

Master’s degree + 1 year HR experience
Bachelor’s degree + 2 years HR experience
No degree + 4 years HR experience
What’s included

HRound PHRi™ Preparation Program

Full Package
15
Live sessions
5
Office hours
60
Learning tasks
Exclusively authored
1,500+
Practice questions
  • Mock exam
  • LMS-based learning journey
  • Trainer support throughout
  • Guest experts & practitioners

All preparation materials and the official PHRi™ exam voucher are included in the package.

Free Resource

Not sure PHRi™ is right for you?

Take HRound’s free readiness quiz to check your understanding of international HR concepts and see if you’re ready to start.

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Free Webinar

HRCI Awareness in Armenia

Join our webinar to learn what HRCI certification is, why it matters for HR professionals, and how the PHRi™ certification journey can support HR careers in Armenia and beyond.

Date July 23, 2026
Time 8:00 PM, Yerevan time
Format Online via Zoom
First cohort September 2026

Ready to explore the first HRound PHRi™ cohort?

The first HRound PHRi™ cohort is planned for September 2026. Leave your details to receive the full program information, including structure, pricing, schedule, payment options, exam voucher information, and enrollment process.

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