About the Certification
About the Certification Program
Drummond Woodsum and the NNAHRA have partnered to provide the Tribal Human Resources Professional (THRP) Certification Program. Since its conception in 2008, THRP Certification is recognized as an essential credential for any HR professional working in Indian Country to further their knowledge and professional expertise. This professional development program provides professionals and tribal leaders working an opportunity to become more proficient in relevant topics, trends, legislation and regulations unique to tribal governments and their enterprises. Become certified and use your Indian Country Human Resources Certification to:
- Differentiate yourself from others in the Human Resources field
- Stay competitive and advance your career
- Demonstrate your expertise in day-to-day workplace experiences
- Advance the HR profession in Indian Country
- Protect your tribal sovereignty
Once you become certified, you will carry the designation of “THRP.”
Certification Process
Complete the on-site and/or virtual Certification Training program, in which we will provide you or your staff with a focused overview of the listed training topics.
EXAMINATION FOR THRP CERTIFICATION
Participants will take an examination at the end of the program to test their knowledge of the materials. Participants who earn a passing grade will receive written notification that they are certified by NNAHRA as a Tribal Human Resource Professional (THRP).
Maintaining Your THRP Certification
Your certification is valid for two years from the date it is issued. To maintain certification, you must:
• Attend at least 24 hours of approved, qualified training before your certification expiration date; and
• Submit a certification maintenance form by the expiration date. Students who have registered for upcoming classes that start up to 2 months beyond the month their certification expires will be granted an extension. Students will still need to submit the certification maintenance form by the expiration date. They must note on the form that the class is upcoming and, upon class completion, resubmit their certification form.
Qualified Classes include any of the following:
- The NNAHRA Annual Conference
- Any NNAHRA sponsored trainings
- Drummond Woodsum or Rick McGee-approved trainings
- Accredited higher learning courses with emphasis on Human Resources and Human Capitol
- All other trainings, seminars or conferences must be approved by the NNAHRA Board of Directors.
Training certificates of completion and/or other similar documentation shall accompany the certification maintenance form.
**THRP Summit registration must be paid prior to the first day of attendance.
**Current NNAHRA Members seeking THRP certification must maintain active NNAHRA membership.
Past Graduates
