Certified HR Compliance & Policy Analyst (CHRCPA)®
Certified HR Compliance & Policy Analyst (CHRCPA)®
The Certified HR Compliance & Policy Analyst (CHRCPA)® is a specialized certification program designed for HR professionals who manage regulatory compliance, employee policies, workplace investigations, and internal controls. This program provides deep expertise in national and international labor laws, policy development frameworks, audit preparedness, and risk mitigation. CHRCPA® prepares participants to function as critical guardians of legal, ethical, and procedural integrity within the HR function.
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Upon completion of the CHRCPA® program, participants will be able to:
- Interpret and apply HR compliance regulations at national and global levels
- Conduct internal HR audits and policy gap analyses
- Draft and revise employee handbooks, codes of conduct, and procedural manuals
- Lead HR investigations and respond to legal risk scenarios
- Implement ethics, whistleblower, and grievance policies aligned with law
- Monitor policy compliance using auditing tools and HR metrics
- Support HR legal defense and disciplinary frameworks with documentation integrity
Graduates of the CHRCPA® program will be able to:
- Identify legal exposures in HR policy and workforce practices
- Design compliant, clear, and inclusive HR policies across functional areas
- Develop investigation procedures and documentation protocols
- Prepare organizations for compliance audits and legal reviews
- Monitor risk indicators and ensure enforcement of corporate guidelines
- Advise leadership on HR compliance and conduct-related decisions
Who Should Join?
- HR Compliance Officers
- HR Policy Writers and Specialists
- Employee Relations Professionals
- HR Business Partners and Managers
- Internal HR Auditors
- Legal and Compliance Liaisons within HR
- HR professionals preparing for global regulatory environments
Domain Modules Overview
The Certified HR Compliance & Policy Analyst (CHRCPA)® certification is structured around eight robust modules, each crafted to build essential competencies that HR professionals need in today’s evolving workforce environment. These modules provide a comprehensive, hands-on understanding of core HR functions—ensuring graduates are well-equipped to deliver operational excellence, ensure compliance, and drive positive employee experiences.
Module 1: Legal Foundations of HR Compliance
This introductory module examines employment law foundations, including labor classifications, wage law, safety standards, anti-discrimination legislation, and privacy rules. Participants gain a working knowledge of regulations such as FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, OSHA, and GDPR, essential to HR risk prevention and compliance integrity.
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Module 2: HR Policy Development and Documentation
Professionals in this module learn the structured development of HR policies that are legally sound, clearly communicated, and regularly reviewed. Topics include drafting and revising handbooks, disciplinary protocols, remote work policies, and workplace conduct standards. Emphasis is placed on inclusive language, legal defensibility, and policy enforcement.
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Module 3: Ethics, Misconduct, and Workplace Investigations
This module covers how to lead ethical decision-making practices, conduct impartial investigations, and handle whistleblower complaints. Participants are trained to apply investigation protocols, manage evidence, write investigation reports, and ensure confidentiality. Includes simulated casework on harassment, theft, discrimination, and misconduct.
Module 4: Diversity, Equity, and Anti-Discrimination Compliance
This module focuses on integrating DEI compliance into HR operations. Participants study anti-discrimination laws, accessibility requirements, and unconscious bias mitigation policies. Learners will draft DEI-aligned HR policies and learn how to respond to bias-related claims with professionalism and legal insight.
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Module 5: HR Audits, Internal Controls, and Risk Management
Participants learn to conduct internal HR audits and develop risk control frameworks. The module includes HR audit checklists, compliance scorecards, records verification, and benchmarking against regulatory expectations. Participants gain skills in pre-audit readiness, internal remediation, and documentation best practices.
Module 6: Policy Communication and Change Management
Policy is only as effective as its rollout. This module trains learners on how to communicate new or updated HR policies to employees, managers, and executives. It explores change management techniques, compliance culture-building, and digital communication tools to ensure awareness and adoption.
Module 7: Global Compliance and Cross-Border Policy
In an increasingly global workplace, HR professionals must understand international compliance risks. This module explores labor law divergence, cross-border policy frameworks, regional regulatory bodies (e.g., ILO, EU, ASEAN), and localization strategies. Learners gain insights into policy harmonization in global HR structures.
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Module 8: Capstone – HR Compliance Policy Audit Report
As a final assessment, learners will develop an HR compliance audit report for a case study or an actual organization. This capstone must include policy gap analysis, audit metrics, legal references, and policy improvement recommendations.
Exam Details
Exam Type: Online Exam + Capstone Policy Audit
Duration: 90 Minutes
Number of Questions: 100 Multiple-Choice Questions
Passing Score: 70%
Attempts: 1 free retake permitted within 6 months
Capstone: Yes – HR Compliance Audit Report
Career Paths and Roles
HR Compliance Analyst
HR Policy Advisor
Employee Relations Specialist
Internal HR Auditor
HR Legal Affairs Officer
HR Operations Manager
Corporate Governance and Ethics Officer
Certification Deliverables
Upon completion, certified professionals will receive:
- Digital Certificate with verification ID
- Professional Badge for LinkedIn and signature use
- Competency Report highlighting key compliance mastery areas
- Capstone Feedback Summary with audit evaluation
- 3-Year Validity with optional renewal or upgrade to CSHRM®/CHCE®
Accreditation & Recognition
- Accredited by: Global Board of Human Capital Certification (GBHCC)
- Framework Aligned: U.S. Department of Labor guidelines, ISO 30414, SHRM Code of Ethics
- Global Recognition: Valued by corporations, public-sector agencies, and HR audit consulting firms
- Eligible For: CEUs/PDCs toward SHRM, HRCI, compliance boards, and internal audit functions
Self-Paced Training, Exam Fees: Payment covers the exam only. Complimentary exam guide and practice questions will be provided to assist you.
Instructor-Led Training: Enroll in a 4-day program with 2 hours of live instruction each day, led by industry experts for $1,500 USD