National Knowledge Exam

The National Knowledge Exam ® (NKE) consists of 150 multiple choice questions. Each question lists four possible answers, only one of which is correct. The exam is based on academic knowledge of major human resources functions. The passing grade is 70%. 

Recognizing the desire for exam writers to know what the exam is like, CCHRA reserves the right to change the exam at any time as part of a continuous exam improvement program. CCHRA will give as much advance notice as possible

National exams are offered every May and October. You must register for the National Knowledge Exam ® (NKE) and the National Professional Practice Assessment ® (NPPA) separately. After successfully passing the NKE, you can then register for the NPPA.

Please note: Once you have passed the NKE, you have up to 5 years to pass the NPPA.

Dates	October 2, 2010  May 7, 2011  October 1, 2011
Registration Deadlines	August 3, 2010   March 7, 2011   August 2, 2011
Locations	Calgary and Edmonton
Cost	$250.00 + GST = $262.50

 

Exam Refunds: Only permitted 60 days or more before the exam.

Exam Deferrals: CLICK HERE to review the Exam Deferral Policy.

Study Resources: CLICK HERE to review the Exam Tips.

If you are an Associate Member, please login to your Member Profile to register for the National Knowledge Exam.

As of January 1, 2011, CHRP Candidates – those who have passed the National Knowledge Exam ® (NKE) - will require a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in order to register for the National Professional Practice Assessment ® and qualify for the CHRP designation.

NEW: The CCHRA approves a one-time exception to the requirement to any CHRP Candidate who has attempted the National Professional Practice Assessment® (NPPA) at least once prior to December 31, 2010. If you do not pass the NPPA before this date, you will be granted a chance to re-write the exam, even if you do not have a degree. However, this exception is only valid for the May 2011 NPPA session.