Certified Indigenous Human Resources Professional

Expertise in human resources is essential for the effective management of Indigenous communities and organizations. The Certified Indigenous Human Resources Professional (CIHRP) designation is designed to help our communities meet the growing need for human resources leadership tailored to Indigenous realities. CIHRPs are integral parts of a healthy community and organization.

Steps to the CIHRP

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CIHRP Diploma

10 courses (online or in person)

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CIHRP Designation

Exam and two-years full time senior management, supervisory experience in an Indigenous environment

How to Become a CIHRP

Specifically designed to set high quality competency standards and provide the learning opportunities which will enable elected leaders working in Indigenous communities to gain the knowledge and skills required to enhance their leadership roles in serving their communities.

Option 1 - Virtual / In-Person

The CIHRP Virtual/In-Person Program requires applicants to attend four intensive weekend sessions which will be held at various venues across Canada.

The CIHRP community cohort brings AFOA Canada to a specific community or organization to deliver four intensive sessions. This organizing community or organization can chose to have this cohort delivered via virtual or in-person options.

Please refer to the CIHRP Virtual/In-Person Program for a complete description of this program.

Option 2 - PLAR Program

(Prior Learning and Assessment Recognition)

The CIHRP PLAR requires applicants to submit a Portfolio that will successfully demonstrate through the assessment process that all CIHRP competencies have been met or exceeded.

Please refer to the CIHRP PLAR Program for a complete description.

Option 3 - Online Program

The CIHRP Online Program requires the completion of 10 online courses:

      1. CIHRP 1-5 for a CIHRP Certificate; and
      2. CIHRP 6-10 for a CIHRP Diploma

Please refer to the CIHRP Online Course Program for a complete description.

Fees for the In-Person Program

The non-refundable application fee is $500 for members, $575 for non-members and is required at the time of application. This fee is used to cover costs for administration, review and approval of applications.

The Program fee is $1,500 for members and $1,750 for non-members per Session. The Program fee includes costs for tuition, all course materials, refreshments (morning and afternoon), course facilitators and guest speakers, the facility and closing ceremony with certificate. (Please note that breakfast, lunch and supper are not included.)

The CIHRP Certification Exam will be scheduled at a specific time.

Upcoming Cohort

Cohort 8 - Hybrid (Alberta)

The first in-person session for Feb. 13 – 15 is located at Edmonton, Alberta

AFOA Canada is committed to following public health guidelines to ensure the safety of our staff, contractors and students. Should public health guidelines change, the schedule and mode of delivery is also subject to change.

SCHEDULE

March 2024 – June 2024

 

VIRTUAL CLASSES IN-PERSON CLASS in Alberta
8:30 am – 4:30 pm CST 8:30 am – 4:30 pm MST
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Orientation
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Professional Practice
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Total Rewards
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Health & Wellness & Safe Workplace
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Strategy
Thursday, March 21, 2024
HR Metrics, Reporting & Financial Management
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Labour & Employee Relations
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Engagement
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Culture
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Organizational Effectiveness
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Exam Preparation Session & Completion
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Training & Development
Tuesday, June 28, 2024
Exam Closes

Cohort 9 - Hybrid (Ontario)

Begins September 2024

Virtual sessions will be held in Central Time. In person sessions to take place in Ottawa, ON.

Applications coming soon. If you’re interested in this cohort, please contact education@afoa.ca

More Information

CIHRP Online Courses

CIHRP PLAR Program

Partnerships

We can help you understand your options and get you started on the path to the CIHRP.

For more information

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