Lipa City, Batangas–September 20, 2025. The University of Batangas Lipa City continues to strengthen its presence in the field of human resource education as several of its legal management students successfully passed the recent Certified Human Resource Associate (CHRA™) Assessment Examination – Batch 63 and the Associate Certified Practitioner in Human Resources (aCPHR®) Examination, both administered online last September 20–21, 2025.
The CHRA™ examination, conducted by the Human Resource Educators’ Association of the Philippines, Inc. (HREAP), tested foundational knowledge in human resource management, covering recruitment and selection, workplace learning and development, compensation and benefits, performance management, job analysis and design, risk management, and labor laws. Among the passers from UB Lipa were Gian Christian S. Marasigan, who achieved an impressive Rank 5; Princess Joy E. Nones, who secured Rank 8; and Rhon Cedrick T. Morcilla, who placed Rank 10. Joining them in earning the CHRA™ credential were Meke Vencent T. Pesigan, Jhaz Mine N. Laylo, Kriztel Mae A. Baet, and Veronica Yvonne V. Salvador, further affirming the university’s strong preparation of students for professional HR standards.
Meanwhile, the aCPHR® examination, administered by the International HR Institute (IHRI) through the CPHR International Management Academy, was held on September 20, 2025, and recognized Krystel Cate R. Boo of UB Lipa as a successful candidate. The Associate Certified Practitioner in Human Resources (aCPHR®) program is designed to equip students pursuing HR or business-related courses, including Psychology, Business Management, and Legal Management, with essential HR knowledge and skills. It is also suitable for professionals who are keen on commencing a career in the dynamic field of Human Resources, making it a significant credential that affirms competence and readiness in the practice of HR.
Both certifications mark significant achievements for the passers and for the institution. The CHRA™, developed by HREAP, is a lifetime credential that establishes a strong foundation in HR education and practice, while the aCPHR® stands as part of IHRI’s internationally accredited certification ladder, opening doors for advanced HR credentials. These accomplishments underscore UB Lipa’s commitment to fostering excellence and equipping its students with the professional qualifications needed to thrive in a competitive, global workforce.
The success of the recent examinations demonstrates the university’s growing role in producing industry-ready graduates who embody both academic excellence and professional competence. With its students now holding recognized HR certifications, UB Lipa reaffirms its vision of preparing future leaders in the human resource profession.