Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL)
Lead Strategically. Influence Broadly. Transform Human Capital.
A high-impact certification designed for experienced HR professionals ready to step into strategic roles, influence business outcomes, and lead organizational transformation with confidence.
Designed to help you develop and deliver interventions aligned with global standards
What is CHRL
The Certified HR Leader (CHRL) is AIMC’s premier credential for HR professionals preparing to take on more strategic HR roles.
Developed as a strategic, globally aligned alternative to other senior HR certifications, CHRL prepares professionals to lead with vision, integrate HR strategy with business goals, and influence decisions at the executive level.
CHRL goes beyond policies and compliance—it develops real leadership capabilities and future-ready HR thinking.
What You’ll Learn
CHRL combines technical HR expertise with strategic insight, covering:
Strategic Human Resource Management
Organizational Culture, Ethics & Change
Workforce Planning and Talent Strategy
HR Metrics, Analytics & Data-Driven Decisions
Executive Communication & Influence
Global HR Trends and Policy Design
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leadership
Leadership Development & Succession Planning
Why Choose CHRL
CHRL is your ladder to HR leadership, as it boasts unmatched features:
Designed specifically for mid-career professionals in HR
Balances HR fundamentals with strategic business leadership
Focuses on global HR practices and executive readiness
Combines training + certification in one comprehensive program
Developed by globally renowned HR leaders and business strategists
Key Benefits
Earning the CHRL credential is your step into a completely transformed HR Role. Its benefits include:
American certification, globally recognized, verifiable credential
- Highest testing standards, validating your ability to apply knowledge and skills to real-world organizational scenarios
Developed and delivered by practicing HR professionals
- Better employability, higher average salary than non-certified HR professionals
Combines technical and leadership competencies in one program
Offers real-world skills and tools, not just theory
One-time fee includes training + certification exam
For organizations, the credential is assurance that the CHRL certified HR managers are competent to design and deliver high-impact HR interventions, and transform human resources to ‘Human Capital’
Who Should Enroll
CHRL is ideal for:
HR professionals with strong operational experience, moving into strategic roles
Professionals aspiring to move into Head of HR (medium-term) and CHRO (long-term) roles
Specialists in Talent, OD, L&D or Rewards aiming for strategic HR positions
Business professionals transitioning into HR leadership
Certification Format
| Item | Description |
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Experience Required |
3 Years professional HR related work experience |
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Training Required |
28 Hrs of AIMC’s pre-approved training |
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Assessment |
150 MCQs | 3.5 Hours | Online Proctored |
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Credential Validity
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3 Years |
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Maintaining Certification |
40 Development Units (DUs), every 3 years from the date of certification | 1 DU = 1 hour of learning |
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Exam Fee |
USD 180 | Training & Exam Included |
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Re-take Fee |
USD 90 (Only in case of you don’t pass the first time) |
Ready to Become a CHRL?
The future of HR belongs to those who lead with purpose, data, and impact. Earn your CHRL credential and join the ranks of modern HR leaders shaping business outcomes globally.