Ordre des conseillers en ressources humaines agréés
ordrecrha.org ↗CRIA — Chartered Industrial Relations Counsellor (CRIA)
Regulated titleQuébec (Canada)Intermediate
What it is
CRIA is a reserved title under Québec’s professional system. CRHA and CRIA share the same admission process, depending on the candidate’s academic and professional file.
Credential awarded: CRIA
Who it’s for / prerequisites
Professionals in industrial relations in Québec.
Eligibility depends on the academic and professional file (see Ordre des CRHA).
Pathway
- 1Follow the Ordre’s 7-step admission process
- 2Submit the application
- 3Pass the exam or equivalence portfolio, if required
- 4Complete the free ethics and professional conduct training (75 min)
- 5Pay annual dues
Training / modules
- Ethics and professional conduct training (75 min, free)
Exam or assessment
Exam or equivalence portfolio, if required.
Why get it as a recruiter
A protected title in Québec that signals regulated, accountable professional practice.
Maintenance / renewal
Annual dues and the Ordre’s ongoing obligations.
Official costs
| Application+ taxes (178.21 total) | $155 |
| Exam or equivalence portfolio+ taxes (528.89 total), if required | $460 |
| Annual dues (regular)672 + OPQ 37.60 + ARP 10.68 + taxes | $820.91 |
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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