Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
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Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
The industry-recognized certification awarded by HRCI upon exam completion.
- Issued byHRCI
- RecognitionIndustry-wide standard
- ValidityIndustry Standard
- DeliveryProctored Examination
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Complete Prep
Comprehensive curriculum, interactive labs, and practice tests designed to prepare you to pass.
- Provided byuCertify
- Learning ToolsLessons, LiveLabs & TestSim
- Access Period1-Year Unlimited Access
- On CompletionuCertify Certificate
Certification Overview
About Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
Requirements for HRCI PHR Certification
To apply for the PHR, you need to have either:
- At least one year of experience in a professional-level HR position + a Master's degree or higher
- At least two years of experience in a professional-level HR position + a Bachelor's degree
OR
- At least four years of experience in a professional-level HR position + a high school diploma
Exam at a Glance
PROFESSIONAL VALUE
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Skill Development
Our hands-on labs offer a risk-free environment to practice, develop, and refine your skills for real-world challenges.
Stand Out to Employers
Earn an industry-recognized course completion certificate that proudly announces your brilliance to the world.
Guaranteed Success
Our hands-on training is designed to help you pass the industry-recognized certification exam on your first attempt.
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LEARNING METHODOLOGY
Our PHR Training Key Features
A structured 4-step path built to guide you from foundational knowledge to exam readiness.
Learn
Interactive lessons, video tutorials, and exercises mapped to exam domains.
Practice
Browser-based virtual labs and real-world task simulations without setup.
Test
Full-length exam simulations matching the official difficulty and item styles.
Review
Diagnostic score reports identifying weak areas to target before exam day.
The uCertify Advantage
Built specifically for certification success
Tools designed to build real competence that transfers directly to test day and your career.
Hands-On Virtual Labs
Practice in real live operating environments right inside your web browser with step-by-step guidance and zero installation.
Full-Length Practice Tests
Simulate official test conditions with realistic item types, timed exam modes, and comprehensive answer rationales.
Readiness Analytics
Track your mastery domain by domain with real-time performance analytics so you know exactly when you are ready to pass.
EXAM COVERAGE
Exam Objectives
1 • Business Management Lessons & Labs
- ✓ Core theoretical concepts and domain background
- ✓ Hands-on practical exercises and virtual guided activities
- ✓ Assessment questions strictly aligned to exam objectives
2 • Employee and Labor Relations Lessons & Labs
- ✓ Core theoretical concepts and domain background
- ✓ Hands-on practical exercises and virtual guided activities
- ✓ Assessment questions strictly aligned to exam objectives
3 • Employee Engagement Lessons & Labs
- ✓ Core theoretical concepts and domain background
- ✓ Hands-on practical exercises and virtual guided activities
- ✓ Assessment questions strictly aligned to exam objectives
4 • HR Information Management Lessons & Labs
- ✓ Core theoretical concepts and domain background
- ✓ Hands-on practical exercises and virtual guided activities
- ✓ Assessment questions strictly aligned to exam objectives
5 • Learning and Development Lessons & Labs
- ✓ Core theoretical concepts and domain background
- ✓ Hands-on practical exercises and virtual guided activities
- ✓ Assessment questions strictly aligned to exam objectives
6 • Total Rewards Lessons & Labs
- ✓ Core theoretical concepts and domain background
- ✓ Hands-on practical exercises and virtual guided activities
- ✓ Assessment questions strictly aligned to exam objectives
7 • Workforce Planning and Talent Acquisition
Lessons & Labs
- ✓ Core theoretical concepts and domain background
- ✓ Hands-on practical exercises and virtual guided activities
- ✓ Assessment questions strictly aligned to exam objectives
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Competencies you'll build
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Completion Certificate
Receive an accredited verifiable certificate of completion when you finish.
Curriculum and practice items are designed to map strictly to the latest official HRCI examination blueprint.
Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the PHR certification requirements?
To earn the PHR certification, candidates must meet the following prerequisites based on their education and professional HR experience. The eligible criteria is as follows:
- Minimum of one year of experience in a professional-level HR position and have a master’s degree or higher and
- At least two years of experience in a professional-level HR position and have a bachelor’s degree
- Minimum of four years of experience in a professional-level HR position
How can I maintain my PHR certification?
Once you pass the exam, your PHR certification remains valid for 3 years. To maintain PHR credentials, you need to earn 60 HR recertification credits during that period. Alternatively, you can choose to retake the exam.
How can I prepare for the PHR certification exam?
Preparation for the PHR certification exam involves a combination of study and practice. Here are some steps to help you prepare:
- Study the Exam Content Outline
- Enroll in our PHR Certification Prep Course(s)
- Use study materials
- Join study groups
What is the format of the PHR certification exam?
The PHR certification exam consists of 115 multiple-choice questions: 90 scored questions and 25 pretest questions.
What is the average salary for a PHR-certified professional?
The salary of a PHR-certified professional can vary depending on experience, job role, and geographic location. On average, the base salary is around $81,000 per year.
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