HR Certification
2016 Top HR Challenges
Wellness in the workplace
Interesting HR Facts
Random Non-HR Facts
100
Absolutely. Let’s call a spade a spade—the primary reason people get their PHR or SPHR is to showcase it on their resume. As previously mentioned, most mid to senior-level job ads make reference to having your HR certification. I’ve talked to some recruiters that literally throw your resume aside if you don’t have those magical 3 or 4 letters. And that is if you ever make to a recruiter, many applicant tracking systems will automatically disqualify you if you don’t have the certification.
Do they have a better shot at getting a job than someone without a certification?
100
attracting, retaining
In a recent survey of HR professionals in the region, _____ and _______ a talented workforce was a clear priority.
100
Early detection of the risk factors for certain health problems can lead to lower disease rates, reduced employer health care costs, reduced absenteeism, enhanced job satisfaction, and increased productivity. When participants are equipped with good information, it not only provides actionable results, but directly impacts companies and helps them achieve a healthier work culture.
Why do employers do health screens?
100
The best time of day to be interviewed, is at the beginning or the end of the day. Interviewers will always remember the first and last people they interviewed, and if you are scheduled for around lunchtime, you will have to work extra hard to keep the interviewer’s attention on you!
If you are interviewing for a position, what time of day is best to have your interview?
200
SHRM certifications are based on a Body of Competency & Knowledge (BoCK) in the domains of people, organization, strategy and workplace. To further define how HR professionals apply HR knowledge, skills and abilities, the following competencies have been identified and fall within the HR knowledge domains: HR Expertise, Relationship Management, Consultation, Leadership & Navigation, Communication, Global & Cultural Effectiveness, Ethical Practice, Business Acumen and Critical Evaluation. The focus is teaching and testing practical, real-life information that HR professionals need to excel in their careers. HRCI offers six certifications that provide an opportunity for HR professionals around the world, in different roles and stages of the profession, to demonstrate relevance, competence, experience, credibility and dedication to human resources to their employers, clients, staff members and professional peers. Their bodies of knowledge are Business Management/Strategy, Workforce Planning and Employment, Human Resources Development, Compensation & Benefits, Employee & Labor Relations and Risk Management.
What is the difference between SPRH, PHR, SHRM - CP, and SHRM-SCP?
200
Employee Engagement
According to Gallup research, ___________ is strongly connected to business outcomes essential to an organization's financial success, such as productivity, profitability and customer engagement
200
Healthy employees tend to be happier and more productive employees.
Why are workplace wellness initiatives important?
200
Did you know that the best color to wear when going for an interview is blue? Color psychologists believe that blue indicates that you are trustworthy, and it also tends to be most people’s favorite color. Grey is also a safe color as it gives an element of formality, and trustworthiness too. Both colors are perfect for an interview in a corporate environment.
What is the best color to wear to an interview?
200
The Wizard of Oz
What movie is this quote from? "Are you a good witch or a bad witch?"
300
Individuals who took the PHR had a passing rate of 57% compared to the SHRM - CP with a passing rate of 69%.
What is the passing rate of the PHR compared to the SHRM-CP for the last test?
300
December 1, 2016
The new FLSA guidelines go into effect on what date?
300
70
Nearly_____ percent of costs associated with health care are due to preventable conditions.
300
70
_____% of College Students surveyed who would lie on a resume to get a job they wanted
300
15
Children laugh about 400 times a day, while adults laugh on average only ____ times a day.
400
Individuals who took the SPHR has a passing rate of 54% compared to those who took the SHRM-SCP at a passing rate of 53%.
What is the passing rate of the SPHR compared to the SHRM-SCP for the last test?
400
work-life integration
Instead of work being a place you go, work is now a thing you do. It has become an integrated part of most employees’ lives and personalities. This means that work-life balance is dead and is being replaced by _________.
400
25
Poor diet, lack of exercise and other major risk factors for heart disease and stroke are responsible for at least ____ percent of companies healthcare costs.
400
Managing Change
The Personnel Journal interviewed 100 human resources (HR) executives at the US largest companies. More than 70% of those surveyed say that their top issue is ________.
400
75
A human brain is _____% water and has the consistency of tofu or gelatin.
500
What is $20,000?
How much more money on average does an HR professional make that has a certification?
500
paid sick leave
As a result of the Executive Order President Obama signed September 7, 2015 and you are an applicable federal contractor, you will be required on all contracts solicited or awarded on or after January 17, 2017 to provide one hour of ________ for every hour worked.
500
$3.00
In fact, research shows that for every $1 invested in worksite wellness, companies can receive up to $____ in return.
500
18
____% search for jobs from a restroom (Source: Audvisor)
500
Barbie's full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts
What is Barbie's full name?
M
e
n
u