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Accreditation in Public Relations (APR)

The main US credential for experienced public relations professionals, earned through a readiness panel and a written exam.

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Level: Advanced Experienced professionals ready for a senior credential.
What you get: A certification employers can verify, made for the top of your résumé and your LinkedIn profile.
How you learn: Live or scheduled sessions.
How to use it: Put it at the top of your résumé and under Licenses and certifications on LinkedIn, with the verification link so hirers can confirm it in seconds. Name it in every application that uses this skill, and send it straight to recruiters and hiring managers.
Why it's worth it: An industry certification hiring managers recognize by name. It instantly sets you apart from applicants who only claim AI skills, and it travels with you to every job you apply for.

What you will pay$385 and upUpfront cost. Full details below.

Time: Not published.
Before you start: Working PR practitioners or PR faculty; UAB recommends at least five years of experience. Nonmembers may apply.
How you are tested: Panel presentation before accredited professionals plus a written exam.
Renewal: Every three years with continuing education CEUs.
Full cost details: Exam $385 for members of UAB participating organizations, $745 for nonmembers; some member groups offer partial rebates.
Where it applies: US public relations credential.

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Checked at the source Oct 23, 2026

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What we verified: Non AI pair credential. PRSA AI courses above earn APR renewal CEUs.

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