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Professionals in Human Resources Association (PIHRA)
1515 W 190th St
Ste 530
Gardena, CA 90248
P: +1(424) 329-0200
F: +1(310) 416-9055
PIHRA Renewal Membership is $125 for 12 months and $75 for those with the In Transition, At Large or Retired Member Type when renewing before expiration date. Renewal discount will not apply after expiration date.
Student membership is $30 with proof of student status. Must not work more than 20 hours. Check your eligibility for student status here before joining.
All new members should allow 4 weeks for full access to all member services. Please contact membership@pihra.org or (424) 329-0210 if you have questions.
Membership is on an individual basis and renews on the anniversary date. We do not have corporate memberships at this time.
Portability Statement: Membership in PIHRA is portable, which means that if you change employers during the membership year, your PIHRA membership goes with you.
PIHRA Membership is individual and cannot be transferred to another person. Membership will expire one year from creation or renewal on the anniversary date. Once membership dues are paid they cannot be refunded or credited toward future programs or services.
Beyond the valuable benefits listed below, PIHRA membership provides an instant connection to the broader Southern California HR community and dozens of opportunities to build your network at our lively events. You’ll also gain access to member discounts on our entire calendar of professional development programs, designed specifically to keep you in the know and ahead of the curve. For a full list of benefits, click here.. These policies apply to all PIHRA memberships unless otherwise noted in the program materials. Please read all individual program information thoroughly.
For questions regarding membership, contact our office at (424) 329-0200 ext. 810 or email membership@pihra.org. All new members should allow 4 weeks for full access to all member services.
HR Weekly e-Newsletter
Career Center Job Alerts
Webinars-Limited
Webinars-Unlimited
Compliance Library
50-State Handbook Builder
Ask an Advisor Helpline-Unlimited
Enterprise Training-Unlimited
Paper application available. Note: PIHRA and SHRM Dual Membership is no longer available. Please submit the hardcopy application and payment as indicated on membership application.
Please review the PIHRA Membership Types if you have a question regarding which membership type you should select. This document describes in detail the criteria we use to create each member type, and should help you identify which one to select for yourself.
Current members receive a renewal discount of at least $25 off when renewing before the expiration date. If your membership lapses you will be responsible for paying $150, which includes the initial $25 administrative fee.
Did you know that if you designate PIHRA as your local chapter, a portion of your SHRM annual dues are redirected back to PIHRA? These funds are then used to support PIHRA member benefits and events in your local area. What a great way to give back to your HR community. These events provide ways for you to network with your community of HR peers, develop your HR expertise, and earn re-certification credits. To designate PIHRA as your local chapter, please return the completed Primary Chapter Designation Form to PIHRA’s Membership Department, or submit the NEW Electronic Form: PIHRA is Chapter # 0030.
We’ve made it simple. Use this customizable Justification Letter to initiate a conversation with your supervisor about the ongoing professional development you need and how PIHRA can be a valuable contributor to helping you bring the knowledge and ideas your company needs to continue to be successful.
If needed, you can download and print our PIHRA W9.
At PIHRA, we also recognize that many scenarios exist for students who are attending school and/or completing an HR-related course.
1. Must be a freshman, sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student in an accredited college or university.
2. Enrolled in a minimum of 8 units under the quarter system, or 6 units at an under the semester system.
3. Academic course work must have a Human Resources emphasis or be closely related.
4. Unemployed or working 20 hours or less per week, not receiving benefits.
5. Proof of Eligibility:
a. Submit Current class schedule to membership@pihra.org.
b. Signed Faculty approval form to membership@pihra.org.
6. Payment of $30 for Student Membership.
Student Membership Application
Student Membership Guidelines
Student Membership Faculty Approval Form
Student Membership Benefits Flyer
Student to Professional Transition Program
An example of an individual who may not completely meet the student membership requirements is an individual who works a full-time job, and is enrolled in a Human Resource course at UCLA Extension. Below are some guidelines that we use to determine if an individual is eligible for the fully-employed student discount.
1. Must be enrolled in a minimum of one course at an accredited college or university.
2. Program course work must have a Human Resources emphasis or be closely related.
3. Proof of Eligibility:
a. Submit Current class schedule.
b. Signed Faculty approval form.
4. Payment of PIHRA Membership minus $50 discount.
Fully-Employed Student Membership Application
Fully-Employed Student Membership Faculty Approval Form
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PIHRA student members who are graduating may upgrade to professional membership at a special discounted rate of $95, regularly $150.
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Whether you’re starting your first job or already working in the HR field, you’ll be able to utilize PIHRA’s resources to enhance your career.
Below are 5 steps that will guarantee you fully take advantage of your PIHRA professional membership.
STEP 1. Network with your community of HR peers (and receive re-certification credits) by attending PIHRA monthly meetings. Find a monthly Location meeting near you on our PIHRA calendar.
STEP 2. Plan your professional development schedule and attend PIHRA continuing education sessions at member discounted rates.
STEP 3. Take advantage of some of our exclusive member-only resources:
o Ask an HR Advisor provides unlimited calls to a team of HR experts standing by to answer your questions and provide guidance.
o HR Compliance Center is an award-winning resource center of HR tools, including a job description builder and a downloadable employee handbook.
STEP 4. Career and internship support through CareerArc Your Next Step.
Student to Professional Transition Program
Webpage: Student Membership FAQ
Download Student Membership FAQ
Join as a PIHRA student member today!
Please contact PIHRA at (424) 329-0210 or membership@pihra.org for more information about the discount for fully-employed students.
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