Human Capital Leaders in Education Certification Program

Human Capital Leaders in Education Standards

The Human Capital Leaders in Education (HCLE) standards outline the
competencies that leaders in PK-12 education and related organizations need to strategically manage human capital (HC) processes at the organization,
department, team, or individual level. The standards define the core HC
knowledge domains along with the skills needed to improve talent
practices in education.

pHCLE

eHCLE

The professional-level standards outline the competencies that leaders in PK-12 and related organizations need to strategically manage human capital (HC) processes at the department, team or individual level. In 2021, AASPA, Experience Management Institute and a national committee of PK-12 HC leaders collaborated to update the standards. The standards define the core HC knowledge domains along with the skills needed to improve talent practices in education.

pHCLE Standards

pHCLE Body of Knowledge

The executive-level standards outline the competencies that leaders in PK-12 and related organizations need to strategically manage human capital (HC) processes at the system level. In 2021, AASPA, Experience Management Institute and a national committee of PK-12 HC leaders collaborated to create the eHCLE standards. The standards define the core HC knowledge domains along with the skills needed to improve talent practices in education.

eHCLE Standards

eHCLE Body of Knowledge

Human Capital Certification Cohort Learning Opportunities

HCLE certification is appropriate for anyone who has a stake in improving people practices in education
systems. The Professional Human Capital Leader in Education (pHCLE) and Executive Human Capital
Leader in Education (eHCLE) certification programs correspond with the standards and allow individuals
to demonstrate mastery of essential competencies. To learn more or get started with earning your
certification, use the links below.

pHCLE Cohort

eHCLE Cohort

pHCLE Learning

pHCLE Exam

pHCLE Recertification

Current pHCLE Holders

To earn a pHCLE certification, participants must:

Register for and pass the pHCLE certification exam. The cost for AASPA members is $300 and $550 for non-AASPA members.

eHCLE Learning

Cohort Information

Application

To earn their eHCLE certification, participants must*:

Attend 90% of virtual convenings
Provide feedback to colleagues on their work using best practices for critical feedback
Complete and present an approved independent project aligned with eHCLE standards and a project quality rubric

* Protocols exists for unforeseen situations

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Micro-credential

An online course that empowers you to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion. This course comprises six self-paced lessons and provides essential tools for DEI practitioners and teams.

Through this course, you will:

Learn how to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace,
Earn credit hours toward your HCLE certification, and
Receive a digital badge to display on social media or your email signature as proof of your learning and expertise.

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