National PELRA’s Recertification Program for Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP®) is an ongoing certification process to encourage members and non-members to seek professional growth and development. As a national organization designed for public sector labor relations and human resources professionals, we support continual learning throughout our careers.

Recertification is required every three years for all certifications earned after 1/1/2012. To maintain certification, participants must earn a minimum of 45 credits over the three-year period and are required to record their participation in various professional development and continuing education activities as described in this brochure. Applicants must submit the completed Recertification Verification Form to receive recertification. If submitting the Recertification Verification form Participants may begin earning credits toward recertification immediately upon receiving their initial Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP®) designation. Credits cannot be carried over for a future recertification. The recertification fee must be paid upon approval of submission to maintain credentials.

A 90-day grace period is provided from expiration date. National PELRA staff will work on a case-by-case basis for all submissions made after the expiration date and may incur additional late fees.

As a professional organization, ongoing professional development improves our organization and the skills of its members. Through professional development, leadership, research and day-to-day work, participants earn credits to maintain their certification. A variety of areas of continuing education and leadership opportunities have been identified through which certification may be maintained.

Recertification offers many benefits:

•    Public listing and recognition on our Recertification Status page, indicating your current CLRP® status

•    Increases your value to your employer;

•    Raises your professional standards;

•    Demonstrates commitment to the public sector labor relations/human resources profession; and

•    Identifies you as the public sector labor relations/human resources professional most capable of meeting emerging challenges

AREAS IDENTIFIED FOR RECERTIFICATION

I.    Professional Development

Participants can enhance their skills by participating in professional development opportunities in a variety of ways. Participation in conferences and programs, enrolling for a course, or listening to a webinar can enhance your skills and provide opportunities for keeping your skills current. (All 45 credits may be earned from this category.)

II.    Professional Membership

Maintaining a professional membership benefits our industry. Through continued learning and networking, participants can implement the best management practices for their organization.

(A maximum of 9 credits may be earned from this category.)

III.    Leadership

Opportunities for leadership roles are available to members of NPELRA. These may include becoming a board officer or participation on a committee. (A maximum of 9 credits may be earned from this category.)

IV.    Presentation and Instruction

Sharing your skills and knowledge with other members is paramount to the association’s success. Opportunities are available at annual conference, workshops, and other events during the year. (A maximum of 15 credits may be earned from this category.)

V.    Research & Publishing/Publications

Ongoing research and study promotes success in the workplace. By addressing current topics and providing information to other professionals, we share our ideas and promote professionalism in our industry. (A maximum of 15 credits may be earned from this category.)

VI.    Experiential Learning

Continued employment provides for continued learning. By providing leadership to our individual organizations, we provide opportunities for improved employee/labor relations and human resources services for our employees and employers. (A maximum of 3 credits may be earned from this category.)

VII.    HR Innovation/On the Job Experience

The day-to-day duties of participants provide opportunities for growth. Developing and implementing new programs to be shared is a benefit to our members. (A maximum of 15 credits may be earned from this category.)

There are opportunities to obtain credits for each of the above categories. The Recertification Verification Form indicates specific criteria eligible for credits and the maximum credits per category. Please pay close attention to the maximum allowed credits per year.