CPHR National Knowledge Exam (NKE) Fall 2026
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When: November 5, 2026
Where: Canada
Contact: Eniola Adetola
eniola@cphrmb.ca
204.943.0886


Online registration is available until: 2026-09-11
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The National Knowledge Exam® (NKE) assesses one’s understanding of the CPHR Competency Framework as they relate to academic knowledge. Academic knowledge refers to basic facts, policies, practices, methods, legislation, etc. It is information that can be written into procedures and transferred fairly accurately during the learning process. Examples of academic knowledge include: the rights and responsibilities of management and labour during union organizing and negotiation processes; the various methods of training and developing staff; and human rights, employment equity and pay equity legislation. Learn more about the NKE here.

Fall 2026 NKE writers are given the opportunity to indicate a preference of remote-proctored or in-person at a test centre at time of registration. Writers should understand that indicating a preference does not guarantee that you will receive that preference. All writers will receive confirmation of how they will be completing their exam. Cancellation and deferral dates remain in place.

Writers are responsible for ensuring they have the appropriate equipment to write in a remote-proctored environment. Further details are available in the writer handbook (see "Helpful Links" on the NKE overview page)This document may be especially helpful in determining your preference.

Test Centre Locations (if applicable)

 Winnipeg

 Brandon

There may be additional locations available (to be confirmed after the registration deadline). If you reside in a remote location (ie: more than two hours away from a test centre) or are travelling out of province or territory, there may be an option for a proctor to be arranged in your location or a remote proctored exam.

CPHR Manitoba cannot guarantee an exam site in your preferred location. Your confirmed location will be included in your official confirmation letter to be sent out approximately 3 weeks prior to the exam date.

Time slots:

Test Centre: Thursday, November 5, 2026 at a local time based on test centre availability.

Your confirmed time slot will be included in your official confirmation letter to be sent out approximately 3 weeks prior to the exam date. There is no option to select a preferred time slot.

Remote-Proctored: You will be sent an email inviting you to book your time slot for exam day. Exam slots will be available during the hours of 8:00AM-7:00PM EDT. 

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NKE registration fee: $400.00 + GST

Meazure Learning Seat Fee: $163.00 + GST

Payment is due September 11, 2026. If payment is not received by the due date, your registration will be cancelled.

Registration Deadline:

September 11, 2026

Late registration will NOT be permitted.

Registration Information:

You must be a member of CPHR Manitoba prior to registering for the exam. Reminder: you must be signed in to your member profile in order to register.

BEFORE REGISTERING FOR THE NKE - NKE Education Requirement:

Prior to registering for the NKE, you need to contact Kaylee Klaprat, Standards and Membership Manager at kaylee@cphrmb.ca or 204-943-3624 and demonstrate that you have met the NKE Education Requirement. Once you receive confirmation that you have met the educational requirement, you can register for the NKE. For further information, click here.

Exam Accommodations

NKE Accommodations - Handbook for Writers

NKE Accommodation Request Form

NKE Accommodation Medical Form
*Alternate formats available upon request. 

Cancellations & Deferrals:

After September 11, 2026, the exam fee is non-refundable.

Exam Deferral fee: $100 + GST

Deferral Deadline: October 21, 2026

To view the deferral policy and to defer your exam to future exam sitting, click here.

Note
: all deferrals after October 21, 2026 will forfeit their $163.00 seat fee for that exam. The seat fee will be charged again for the deferred sitting (no exceptions).

 

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