CPHRs nine competency areas
and their key functions

Strategy

• strategic perspectives
• governance
• leadership
• planning
• alignment of objectives
• change management

Professional Practice

• modelling ethical practices
• supporting ethics in governance and leadership
• risk management
• evidence-based policies and practices

Engagement

• alignment
• motivation
• increased productivity
• innovation
• continuous improvement and affiliation

Total Rewards

• compensation
• benefits
• pensions
• consistency
• fairness
• organizational competitiveness
• compliance with legal requirements
• performance
• desired behaviour

Labour & Employment Relations

• collaborative environments
• collective agreements
• legislation
• risk mitigation

Health, Wellness & Safe Workplace

• health
• safety
• compliance
• risk mitigation
• mental health
• psychological well-being
• disability management

Learning & Development

• Employee professional growth
• ROI
• alignment to business objectives
• competency
• relevance and effectiveness
• leadership mentoring and coaching

Workforce Planning & Talent Management

• predictive planning
• appropriate attraction
• sourcing
• selecting
• hiring
• on-boarding
• performance management

Human Resources Metrics, Reporting & Financial Management

• HR metrics
• financial and operational decision support
• aligning and reporting on objectives
• human capital effectiveness
• key performance indicators