The Human Resource Information Professional (HRIP) Certification examination is comprised of multiple-choice questions. (The Published Exam contains approximately 75 questions.) The multiple choice format is considered the most effective for use in standardized tests. Computer-based testing (CBT) is the standard method of administration for HRIP examinations and is the method of delivery at Kryterion Testing Centers and at IHRIM hosted exams.

The allotted time to complete the published exam is ninety (90) minutes. It may take some credential candidates less than the allotted time to complete the examination.

The HRIP examination is developed based on the examination blueprint. The blueprint details the percentages of questions contained in each Domain.

IHRIM offers three delivery methods to accommodate individuals (as well as groups) to take the exam, including conveniently located testing centers around the world, live proctoring that allows candidates to take the exam wherever and whenever is most convenient, and via client hosted locations.

Test Exam Centers:
There are over 600 Kryterion exam centers worldwide today; search for locations in your area. When registering for an exam, you have access to a locator that allows you to find a center and time that is convenient for you. Look for preferred location by country, province/state, city or by postal code and a list of available testing centers will be displayed. Choose the facility you prefer and, once selected, the date and time of the exam. First you must purchase the exam from IHRIM’s online store and then you will be sent a voucher code and instructions to register for the exam via a Kryterion test center. Purchase the Kryterion Test Center exam.

Online Proctored Exam (OLP):
Candidates wishing to take the exam through OLP delivery (via webcam) will be required to meet the technical specifications for compatibility and comply with all online testing security requirements. Download the OLP test taker instructions and preparation. First you must purchase the exam from IHRIM’s online store and then you will be sent a voucher code and instructions to register for the exam via a Kryterion test center. Purchase the Online Proctored Exam.

Hosted Exams:
Organizations who would like to have the HRIP exam administered at their company location can apply by contacting Laurie Carantit at lcarantit@ihrim.org. Download the HRIP Certification Program Brochure for more information.

Published Exam

Regular Registration

Late Registration

IHRIM
Member

$385

Fee includes non-refundable $75 Application Fee and $310 Testing Fee

$435

Fee includes non-refundable $75 Application Fee, $360 Testing Fee and $50 Late Fee

Non-Member

$485

Fee includes non-refundable $75 Application Fee and $410 Testing Fee

$535

Fee includes non-refundable $75 Application fee, $460 Testing Fee and $50 Late Fee

Non-Member
with Membership

$620

Fee includes a non-refundable $75 Application Fee, $310 Testing Fee and 12 months IHRIM membership ($60 savings off the regular new member rate)

$670

Fee includes a non-refundable $75 Application Fee, $310 Testing Fee, $50 Late Fee and 12 months IHRIM membership ($60 savings off the regular new member rate)

Practice Exam

IHRIM
Member

$75

Non-Member

$90

Fees in U.S. currency are due at the time of the online application submission. Applicants may pay by VISA, MasterCard, Discover or American Express.

Once your payment is received, we will send you an email notification with instructions on how to log into Kryterion and schedule your exam. Included in the email will be a voucher number you will need for exam scheduling. Note: The voucher numbers will be different for the Practice Exam and the Published Exam.

To receive the reduced IHRIM member rate, candidates must have a current IHRIM membership at the time the application is submitted. If IHRIM membership is obtained after you submit payment for the HRIP examination, IHRIM will not refund the difference. For information on IHRIM membership, please contact us at membership@ihrim.org.

IHRIM’s Corporate Member/HRIP Certification bundle consists of a 12 month IHRIM Corporate Membership and an HRIP Certification Package which includes the recorded webinar series, study guides, practice exams and exam fees for each Corporate Member in the membership – all at a combined discounted rate. For more information please contact us at membership@ihrim.org.

New and renewing IHRIM Corporate Members download the
IHRIM Corporate Membership & HRIP Certification Program Bundle pricing.

Existing IHRIM Corporate Members download the IHRIM Corporate Members HRIP Certification Program Bundle pricing available only to our existing IHRIM Corporate Members.

For information on the cancellations and rescheduling, please refer to the Certification Handbook for details.

Download the HRIP Brochure for more information regarding hosting IHRIM’s HRIP Certification Exam Review Course and the HRIP Exam at your location or email IHRIMHRIP@ihrim.org.

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