PHR-SPHR-2020

Professional in Human Resources Certification(PHR/SPHR)

Prepare and practice for the PHR/SPHR certification exams with our comprehensive course. Boost your HR career!

  • 17 Interactive Lessons and 136 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
  • 638 Practice Test Questions and 2 Full Length Tests

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17Interactive Lessons
136Topics
638Practice Test Questions
229Flashcards
159Glossary of terms

01 / Skills you'll get

What you will be able to do

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Professional in Human Resources Certification prep course equips you with the skills and knowledge required to pass the PHR/SPHR certifications exams. Professional in Human Resources (PHR), and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) are two of the many HR certification exams conducted by HRCI.

The comprehensive preparatory course covers a wide range of HR topics, including business management, talent planning, employee relations, and more. The course follows a structured learning approach focusing on detailed exam preparation. You’ll gain a thorough understanding of the PHR/SPHR exam format. You’ll be studying real-world case studies and exam-style questions.

  • Familiarity with core HR functions and its alignment with the business
  • Strategize for talent management: hiring, developing & retaining
  • Implement performance management and appraisal systems
  • Develop and administer competitive compensation, and benefits
  • Build strong employee relationships to promote a positive work culture
  • Use HR metrics to measure performances, and make recommendations
  • Awareness of the most up-to-date federal, state, and local employment laws
  • Knowledge of legal and ethical standards in all HR practices
  • Ability to communicate effectively, and resolve HR-related issues timely

Target Career Roles

  • HR Expert
  • HR Director
  • HR Manager
  • HR Manager
  • HR Specialist

02 / Lessons & labs

See exactly what you will learn and practice

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Lessons

17 Interactive Lessons · 136 topics
01 Introduction 3 topics
  • About Human Resource Certification
  • Why Become Certified?
  • How This Course Is Organized
02 Certifying Human Resource Professionals 4 topics
  • The Human Resource Profession
  • Development of the Human Resource Body of Knowledge
  • The Test
  • Summary
03 PHR Exam: Business Management 9 topics
  • Organizations
  • Mission, Vision, Values
  • Corporate Governance
  • Enterprise Risk Management
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis
  • Change Management
  • HR Metrics: Measuring Results
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
04 PHR Exam: Talent Planning and Acquisition 5 topics
  • Talent Planning
  • Job Analysis and Description
  • Staffing Programs
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
05 PHR Exam: Learning and Development 5 topics
  • Organizational Development
  • Employee Training Programs
  • Metrics: Measuring Results
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials

03 / Exam details

Professional in Human Resources Certification(PHR/SPHR) Details

Gain hands-on experience to pass the HRCI SPHR and PHR certification exams with the Professional in Human Resources Certification(PHR/SPHR) course. This HR training course covers the PHR and SPHR exam objectives and provides you with the knowledge and skills required to work with business management, employee and labor relations; learning and development; talent planning, and acquisition.

Official exam objectives →
Questions 225 (per exam)
Duration 240 minutes (per exam)
Passing Score 500 (on a scale of 700)
Exam Fee
  • PHR - USD 395 + Application Fee: USD 100
  • SPHR - USD 495 + Application Fee: USD 100
 (per exam)
Delivered by Pearson VUE (in-person or online)
Practice Tests 638 Practice Questions (mapped to official exam objectives)
Certification PHR-SPHR-2020 HRCI credential

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04 / FAQs

Questions before you start

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Who should do this course?
All those wanting to pass the PHR/SPHR HRCI exams to advance in their HR career should do this course.
What are the prerequisites for this course?
The prerequisites for this HR certification course is as follows: Master’s Degree with at least 1 year of HR experience. OR Bachelor’s Degree with at least 2 years of HR experience. OR No Degree with at least 4 years of HR experience.
PHR Vs SPHR: What is the difference?
Both are prestigious certifications offered by HRCI to validate the skills and knowledge of HR professionals. PHR focuses on operational HR aspects and leads to mid-level jobs. Whereas, SPHR focuses on the strategic aspects and leads to senior-level HR jobs.
What is the format of the PHR/SPHR certification exams?
The PHR and SPHR exams format is quite similar with menial differences:  PHR - MCQ format, 90 + 25 pre test questions, time duration - 2 hr. SPHR - MCQ format, 115 + 25 pre test questions, time duration - 2 hr 30 min.

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