HRCI PHR : Professional in Human Resources

  • Exam Code: PHR
  • Exam Name: Professional in Human Resources
  • Updated: Oct 16, 2026
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HRCI PHR Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:HRCI
Exam Name:Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Certification Exam
Exam Number:PHR
Exam Duration:120 minutes
Available Languages:English
Exam Format:Multiple choice, Computer-based testing
Exam Price:USD $395 exam fee (plus additional application/administrative fees may apply)
Passing Score:Scaled score of 500 (on a 100-700 scale)
Related Certifications:Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR)
Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR)
Real Exam Qty:Approx. 90 scored questions + 25 pretest questions (total ~115)
Certificate Validity Period:3 years (renewal required via recertification credits)
Recommended Training:HRCI Official Learning Resources
HR Certification Preparation Courses (HRCI-aligned training providers)
Exam Registration:HRCI Official PHR Certification Page
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Sample Questions:Free Download real PHR actual tests
Exam Way:Computer-based exam delivered at Pearson VUE test centers or online proctored exam (where available)
Pre Condition:Recommended: HR experience or HR-related education; eligibility varies depending on education level and experience combination
Official Syllabus URL:https://www.hrci.org/our-certifications/phr

HRCI PHR Exam Syllabus Topics:

SectionObjectives
Topic 1: Compensation and Benefits- Total rewards strategy
  • 1. Base pay and incentive programs
    • 2. Benefits administration
      Topic 2: Talent Planning and Acquisition- Workforce planning and recruitment
      • 1. Selection and onboarding processes
        • 2. Job analysis and job descriptions
          Topic 3: Business Management- Strategic alignment of HR with organizational goals
          • 1. Organizational structure and design
            • 2. HR metrics and analytics
              Topic 4: Learning and Development- Employee training and development programs
              • 1. Learning needs analysis
                • 2. Career development planning
                  Topic 5: Employee Relations and Risk Management- Employee relations and compliance
                  • 1. Labor law and regulations
                    • 2. Disciplinary procedures and conflict resolution

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                      The PHR exam is HRCI's route to the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification, a credential at the Professional level. Earning it tells the job market you can apply the HRCI Professional in Human Resources objectives to real work — the kind of proof that moves resumes to the top of the pile. It also connects to a wider certification family covering Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR), so the investment compounds. Wanting it is easy; structured practice is what closes the gap.

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                      HRCI Professional in Human Resources Sample Questions:

                      Question #1

                      (Enter the answer as a numeric value.)
                      An employer onboards 150 employees. The new hire turnover rate is __________% if 30 individuals from this group are terminated within the first 90 days.

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                      Correct Answer:

                      20
                      Explanation:
                      Formula: (Number of terminated employees ÷ Number of hires) × 100= (30 ÷ 150) × 100= 0.2 × 100= 20% Official Extract:"Turnover rates are calculated as the number of separations during a period divided by the total number of employees, multiplied by 100 to yield a percentage."(Source: HRCI PHR Content Outline
                      2024-2025, Business Management Section, HR Metrics and Analysis)

                      Question #2

                      An organization has 39 full-time employees (FTE) and 25 part-time employees all working at the same location. The spouse of an employee in a lawfully recognized common-law marriage was diagnosed with an illness that requires extensive care. The employee requests Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave to begin immediately. The employee has been working full time for 10 months and worked 1,300 hours during that period. Six years ago, the employee worked for this employer for 3 months. The employer requires employees to substitute accrued paid leave for unpaid FMLA leave, and also has a policy that permits the use of sick days for an employee's personal illness only. The employee has 12 days of accrued vacation time and has accrued 3 sick days and 3 personal days.
                      Taking organizational policy into account, how many accrued paid days will the organization require the employee to use concurrently with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave?

                      • A. 18
                      • B. 15
                      • C. 12
                      • D. 0
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                      Correct Answer: C  🗳️

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                      Question #3

                      When terminating an employee, how can an employer discourage a wrongful discharge lawsuit?

                      • A. Engage in respectful and honest conversation.
                      • B. Review information on the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA).
                      • C. Offer to provide a positive reference.
                      • D. Disclose merit and compensation increases.
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                      Correct Answer: A  🗳️

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                      Question #4

                      When developing an employee opinion survey, it is important to include a neutral rating for survey items in order to:

                      • A. Isolate polarized results when developing follow-up actions
                      • B. Accommodate an employee's lack of exposure with the item
                      • C. Reduce indecisiveness on behalf of the workforce respondents
                      • D. Make favorable and unfavorable ratings more attractive
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                      Correct Answer: B  🗳️

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                      Question #5

                      An organization is developing a formal onboarding program for all nonexempt employees. The program will begin with a full-day orientation facilitated by HR. Each employee will then be assigned a mentor for their first 90 days and provided a voluntary one-hour online presentation that can be viewed at home.
                      The primary goal of establishing a mentoring program for new employees is to:

                      • A. Ensure thorough understanding of key policies and procedures
                      • B. Provide in-depth training specific to their role
                      • C. Assist with acclimating to the organization's culture
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                      Correct Answer: C  🗳️

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