Sep 18, 2017 ● Rebecca Sewkarran
Sugarcoating or Career Sweetener: The Values of PHR and SPHR
Human resources is a great versatile career path to follow. The field has so much potential for job growth and earnings as well as flexibility. As an HR manager, every day you are faced with new challenges so there is no typical work day. If you are looking to further your career in HR and stand out amongst the competition there are several certifications to look into. The two most popular are PHR and SPHR. The Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) are great certifications to hold in the field. These certifications help you to stand out amongst your colleagues as well as give you more opportunities for growth to further your career within the company.
The infographic below has many bonuses of getting certified in either PHR or SPHR and the effect it will have in your developing career. Let's just say the increased pay is just the icing on the cake!
Source [Pay Scale]