Individuals are certified of having met the standards of the credentialing organization and are also entitled to make their credentialed status public by using the initials of PHR or SPHR, followed by their names.

SPHR/PHR designations can be constant reminders for other peers and co-workers of the holder about his remarkable achievement. This accomplishment can come handy when applying for a job, earning a better appraisal and standing out among competitors.

SPHR/PHR designations are significant milestones one can achieve in his/her career. One has to attain them with lot of preparation and perseverance and once attained, through recertification he/she has to stay abreast of the developments in the HR field. So, the designations earned are highly esteemed by the society and the organizations.