PHR/SPHR Exam For Dummies with Online Practice

Ace those challenging PHR and SPHR exams!

In the competitive field of Human Resources, measurable demonstrations of credibility and commitment will get you ahead--and there's no better way to show your dedication than by adding the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) qualifications to your resume. Fail rates are high, but the right combination of knowledge and practice (and a little grit) will see you a pass with flying colors--which is where PHR/SPHR Exam For Dummies comes in!

In a friendly, step-by-step style, Sandra M. Reed, owner of the HR consulting firm epocHResources, takes the intimidation out of these challenging tests by letting you in on what to expect--as well as teaching you proven techniques for success. Work through the book's thorough content and subject review, sample questions, and suggested strategies, and then go online to find additional practice tests and more than 500 flashcards. With these resources, you can approach your exam with confidence.

• Take sample tests in the book and online

• Follow detailed answers and explanations

• Know how the exam is scored

• Study with more than 500 flashcards online

Whether you're a student or an experienced professional, PHR/SPHR Exam For Dummies will give you the power to pass--and pass well--and go on to achieve the successful HR career of your dreams!

Autorentext

Sandra M. Reed, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, is a leading expert in the certification of HR professionals. She is the author of the 2nd edition of The Official Guide to the Human Resource Body of Knowledge and the 5th edition of the PHR and SPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification Complete Study Guide: 2018 Exams. Reed is also the author of case studies and learning modules for the Society of Human Resource Management, teaching and writing content for undergraduate studies at both public and private universities.

Zusammenfassung

Ace those challenging PHR and SPHR exams!

In the competitive field of Human Resources, measurable demonstrations of credibility and commitment will get you aheadand there's no better way to show your dedication than by adding the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) qualifications to your resume. Fail rates are high, but the right combination of knowledge and practice (and a little grit) will see you a pass with flying colorswhich is where PHR/SPHR Exam For Dummies comes in!

In a friendly, step-by-step style, Sandra M. Reed, owner of the HR consulting firm epocHResources, takes the intimidation out of these challenging tests by letting you in on what to expectas well as teaching you proven techniques for success. Work through the book's thorough content and subject review, sample questions, and suggested strategies, and then go online to find additional practice tests and more than 500 flashcards. With these resources, you can approach your exam with confidence.

• Take sample tests in the book and online
• Follow detailed answers and explanations
• Know how the exam is scored
• Study with more than 500 flashcards online
  Whether you're a student or an experienced professional, PHR/SPHR Exam For Dummies will give you the power to passand pass welland go on to achieve the successful HR career of your dreams!

Inhalt

Introduction 1

About This Book 1

Foolish Assumptions 2

Icons Used in This Book 2

Beyond This Book 3

Where to Go from Here 3

Part 1: Getting Started with the PHR/SPHR Exam 5

Chapter 1: Introducing the PHR/SPHR Exam: Just the Basics, Please 7

Summarizing the Certification Process 8

PHR or SPHR: Which Exam is Right for You 8

Exam eligibility 8

Comparing the two exams 9

Making your decision: Certification is a journey, not an event 10

Still undecided? 11

Applying for Your Exam 11

Completing your application online 11

Scheduling the exam online 12

Knowing What to Expect on the Exams 12

Looking at the exams' structure and types of questions 13

Grasping how the exams are scored 13

Preparing to Tackle the Exam 14

Tackling the 24 Hours before, during, and after the Exam 14

Examining the Core Subject Areas on the Exam 15

PHR 15

SPHR 16

Remembering the Core Knowledge Requirements 17

Understanding That You Can't Be Taught the Exam 18

Chapter 2: Preparing for the Exam 21

Considering Exam Weights by Functional Area 21

Practicing for Results 23

Reaping the benefits from practice exams 24

Making the right selection 25

Building a Study Plan Strategy 25

Being organized keeps you focused 25

Writing a study plan: The how-to 26

Employing the Principles: Going Deeper 27

HRCI's suggested authors 27

Online business sites 28

Techniques 29

Considering a Study Group: Yes or No? 30

Noting the benefits of a study group 31

Identifying the challenges of a study group 32

Selecting the right group or exam prep class 32

Keeping your group on task 32

Asking Your Employer to Pay for Certification 33

Using the Internet for Additional Resources 34

Functional Area 01 34

Functional Area 02 35

Functional Area 03 36

Functional Area 04 37

Functional Area 05 39

Applying Core Knowledge 40

Sharing the value of diversity and inclusiveness 41

Applying human relations 43

Using theories of motivation 43

Managing enterprise risk 44

Complying with safety standards in the workplace 45

Navigating labor union implications 50

Chapter 3: Identifying the Question Types and Strategizing to Answer Them 55

Having a Plan to Answer the Questions 55

Interpreting the Content While Conquering the Form 56

Understanding how the questions are formed 56

Spotting the target: The correct answer 58

Navigating the answer distractors 59

Recognizing Special Circumstances 60

Maneuvering through the best pitfall 60

Working with extremes always, never, most, least 61

Dealing with the unknown 62

Chapter 4: Surviving Test Day 65

Leading Up: The Days before the Test 65

Cramming: Yes or no? 66

Eyeing the lay of the land: The testing facilities 66

Familiarizing yourself with the testing environment 67

The Time is Here: Exam Day 67

Remembering the ABCs of Exam Day 68

Attitude: Believe that you can succeed 68

Breathing: It matters more than you may think 69

Confidence: Expect success 69

After the Test: What to Expect 70

Completing the survey 70

Getting your results 71

Part 2: Managing the Basics: Pre-Test Fundamentals 73

Chapter 5: Career Day: Life of a Certified HR Professional 75

Tracking Trends in Human Resources 76 Understanding educational trend...