CHRP in Bahrain: Cost, Exam, Eligibility and Formats
Read this page in Arabic: العربية | Last updated November 2026
CHRP in Bahrain is the Certified Human Resource Professional certificate, studied through the Certified Human Resource Management Professional program, with an assessment at the end of the program through Blue Ocean Academy. You study first and are assessed last, which makes it easier to plan around a full time job in Bahrain. If you manage an HR team, look at the Certified Human Resource Manager program as well.
At a glance
- CHRP in Bahrain suits HR professionals, HR executives, recruiters and training and development specialists.
- The assessment comes at the end of the program, through Blue Ocean Academy.
- Live online costs USD 1,199, and the course page lists about 47 hours of study.
- Ask an advisor about entry requirements, which format is available and what the exam costs.
CHRP programs and fees (USD)
| Program | Study time | Self paced (USD) | Live online (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Human Resource Management Professional | 47 hours | 699 | 1,199 |
| Certified Human Resource Manager | 45 hours | 699 | 1,199 |
| Certified Human Resource Management Consultant | 45 hours | 699 | 1,199 |
| Professional in Human Resources - International | 182 hours | 1,299 | 2,600 |
| Certified International Recruitment Specialist | 47 hours | 699 | 1,199 |
| Mastering Strategic HR | 37 hours | 599 |
Fees come from our course catalog and can change. They do not include the exam, so ask an advisor what it costs and confirm the format before you enroll.
What does the CHRP assessment involve in Bahrain?
The assessment takes place at the end of the program, through Blue Ocean Academy. The course page names ACI as the certifying body.
Ask an advisor for the format and date of the assessment when you book. The course page lists about 47 hours of study for the Certified Human Resource Management Professional program, and the assessment follows those hours.
What does Tamkeen offer job seekers in Bahrain?
Tamkeen, Bahrain's Labour Fund, offers job seekers training, professional certification and wage support. If you are a job seeker, check your own eligibility with Tamkeen.
Its National Employment Program 2.0 gives wage support for up to 36 months to Bahraini job seekers and fresh graduates registered with the Ministry of Labour. In February 2026 Tamkeen launched its 2026 to 2030 strategy, which includes building Bahraini skills.
Who is eligible for CHRP in Bahrain?
The program lists HR professionals, HR executives, recruiters and training and development specialists. Ask an advisor to confirm entry requirements, because they can change.
A Bahrain HR role has fixed duties. Employers must prove wage payments through the Wages Protection System under Resolution No. 68 of 2019, and must notify the Labour Market Regulatory Authority when an expatriate worker is absent. If you handle those filings in an HR role, ask an advisor whether CHRP fits that role.
If you have never worked in HR, ask an advisor whether CHRP fits your experience. The Certified Human Resource Management Consultant program lists aspiring specialists in its audience, so ask about that one.
How much does CHRP cost in Bahrain?
The live online format of the Certified Human Resource Management Professional program costs USD 1,199. Ask an advisor which format is available.
Fees are in USD. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs. From Bahrain you can study online, or ask an advisor about arranging a class locally. The advisor can tell you whether one can be arranged. Blue Ocean offices are in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh.
Should you take CHRP now or wait in Bahrain?
Take it now if you already do HR, recruitment or training work and have a way to protect the study hours. Wait if one of the cases below describes you.
- Your employer is deciding whether to pay: send the corporate enquiry first.
- You are between jobs and not yet working in HR: the Certified Human Resource Management Consultant program is the better first conversation.
- You want a certificate from a different awarding body: check who sets that exam, because the CHRP assessment is through Blue Ocean Academy.
What should you put in a request to your employer in Bahrain?
Give your manager four items: the program name, the study hours, the format and the fee. Link the course page so each can be checked.
- Program: Certified Human Resource Management Professional, ending in an assessment through Blue Ocean Academy.
- Study hours: about 47, plus your plan for where they fall in your week.
- Format and fee: live online at USD 1,199. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
- Your role: the list of roles on the course page names HR professionals, HR executives, recruiters and training specialists.
Which HR program fits you in Bahrain if not CHRP?
Choose by role. The hours come from each course page, and Mastering Strategic HR is Professional level while the others are Executive.
- Certified Human Resource Manager: about 45 hours. For HR managers, HR professionals, HR business partners and talent acquisition specialists.
- Certified Human Resource Management Consultant: about 45 hours. For HR professionals, consultants, aspiring specialists and HR business partners.
- Certified International Recruitment Specialist: about 47 hours. For recruiters, HR professionals, HR business partners and talent acquisition specialists.
- Professional in Human Resources International: about 182 hours, with a live online fee of USD 2,600. For HR professionals, HR business partners, talent acquisition specialists and learning and development leads.
- Mastering Strategic HR: about 37 hours, self paced at USD 599. For HR leaders, HR directors, HR business partners and organizational development professionals.
If you direct HR, compare CHRP with the Mastering Strategic HR page, which lists HR leaders and directors.
Steps to take from here
Do these in order.
- Match your role to the audience on the Certified Human Resource Management Professional course page.
- Ask an advisor for the assessment format and date, and for the entry requirements.
- Ask the advisor which format is available and what the exam costs, and send a corporate enquiry if your company is paying.
Three ways to study from Bahrain
- Online: self paced, or live online classes with an instructor.
- In a class arranged locally: ask an advisor about arranging a class in Bahrain.
- At a Blue Ocean office: Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Riyadh.
| Office | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai | B2505, Latifa Towers, Sheikh Zayed Road, opposite the Museum of the Future, Dubai, UAE | +971 4 314 8500 |
| Abu Dhabi | Office 1402, Al Dhaheri Building, Lulu Center, Al Danah Zone 1, Abu Dhabi, UAE | +971 2 886 4323 |
| Riyadh | 530/4, Fifth Floor, Al Akaria 2, Gate 8, Olaya, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | +966 11 260 5558 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does CHRP cost in Bahrain?
Live online is USD 1,199. Ask an advisor which format is available. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
When is the CHRP assessment?
It takes place at the end of the program, through Blue Ocean Academy. An advisor can give you the format and date, and the course page names the certifying body.
How many hours of study does CHRP involve?
The course page for the Certified Human Resource Management Professional program lists about 47 hours of study. Ask an advisor how that fits around your work in Bahrain.
What is Tamkeen?
Tamkeen is Bahrain's Labour Fund and offers job seekers training, professional certification and wage support. If you are a job seeker, check your own eligibility with Tamkeen.
Can I study CHRP in Bahrain without traveling?
Yes, you can study online. You can also ask an advisor about arranging a class locally, and the advisor can tell you whether one can be arranged. Blue Ocean offices are in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh.
