National Knowledge Exam (NKE)

The next NKE will take place Nov. 14, 2024. Learn more here.

As of Jan.1, 2022, associate members wishing to pursue the CPHR designation and write the NKE must be NKE Ready. Being NKE Ready means associate members have met the coursework requirement and received approval from CPHR Saskatchewan prior to registering for the NKE.

For those requesting transcripts, if the name on your transcripts or reports is different than your current name, please update the "maiden name" in your member profile.

NKE Prep Courses
NKE prep courses are available to writers with the theoretical knowledge and test-taking strategies needed to effectively write the NKE. These are not mandatory.

NKE Waiver
Graduates of CPHR-accredited post-secondary programs may be eligible to apply for an NKE Waiver. Click here to see a list of CPHR Saskatchewan and CPHR Member Associations' Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions. CPHR Saskatchewan's educational requirement must be met. 

Updates
CPHR Saskatchewan is proud to announce the accreditation renewal of the University of Saskatchewan, Edwards School of Business Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Human Resources program. Graduates with a Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resources with an overall cumulative average of 70% or higher are eligible to waive the National Knowledge Exam (NKE). Graduates must submit their waiver and fee within five (5) years of graduation. For those who graduated between April 2015 and 2019, you have until December 31, 2024 to apply for the waiver.