CCHS — Certified Contingent Hiring Specialist (CCHS)
What it is
Certified Contingent Hiring Specialist is one of the 16 AIRS recruiter certifications. It focuses on contingent and contract hiring. It can be taken individually or as part of the AIRS Recruiter Academy, where exams are included at no extra cost.
Credential awarded: CCHS
Who it’s for / prerequisites
Agency and in-house recruiters and sourcers.
See AIRS for any prerequisite for this certification.
Pathway
- 1Enrol individually or through the Recruiter Academy
- 2Complete the online training
- 3Pass the certification exam
Training / modules
Online AIRS training. The number of modules is not stated here — see the official catalogue.
- Duration
- Recruiter Academy: 100+ hours for all 16 certifications, 2-year access.
- Format
- Online.
Exam or assessment
AIRS certification exam (included in the Recruiter Academy).
Why get it as a recruiter
Structured skills in contingent and contract hiring, recognised in the recruiting industry.
Maintenance / renewal
See the official body.
Official costs
| Individual certificationIndividual certifications are generally listed at 895 USD in the current catalogue — confirm the exact price with AIRS. | Variable — see the official body |
| Recruiter Academy — Premium (all 16 certifications)Exams included, 2-year access | US$2,495 |
| Recruiter Academy — OnDemand (all 16 certifications)Exams included, 2-year access | US$1,995 |
Amounts are paid to the issuing body, never to RBB.
Prices and requirements verified on October 13, 2026 and subject to change; always confirm with the issuing body.
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