aPHR and aPHRi Associate in Human Resources Certification Study Guide

Prepare for the aPHR and aPHRi exams—as well as a new career in HR—smarter and faster In the aPHR and aPHRi Associate Professional Human Resources Certification Study Guide: 2024 Exams, a team of dedicated human resources professionals and educators delivers a must-read roadmap to obtaining the entry-level Associate in Professional Human Resources and Associate in Professional Human Resources (International) credentials. Unique certifications in the industry, the aPHR and aPHRi do not require any prior work experience or education and are perfect for non-HR professionals and newcomers to the field interested in exploring the industry or upgrading their skillset to include core human resources concepts, including talent acquisition, learning and development, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and compliance and risk management. aPHR and aPHRi Associate Professional Human Resources Certification Study Guide walks you through its comprehensive coverage of every functional area on the exams and offers complimentary access to an interactive online learning environment and test bank. In the book: Access to electronic flashcards, a glossary of key terms, a practice exam, and an assessment test prepare you for the exam Discussions of brand-new diversity, equity, and inclusion concepts and the differences between the international and domestic versions of the exam The knowledge you'll need to hit the ground running in an entry-level position in human resources An essential read for experienced professionals looking to expand their knowledge base into human resources and aspiring human resources professionals seeking to begin a new and rewarding career in the industry, the aPHR and aPHRi Associate Professional Human Resources Certification Study Guide: 2024 Exams will help you prepare for the exam—and a new job in HR—smarter and faster.

Acknowledgments xvii About the Authors xviii About the Technical Editor xix Introduction xx aPHR and aPHRi Exam Objectives xxvi aPHR and aPHRi Assessment Exams xxvii Chapter 1 Human Resource Certification 1 Part I Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) 19 Chapter 2 aPHR Talent Acquisition 21 Chapter 3 aPHR Learning and Development 50 Chapter 4 aPHR Compensation and Benefits 76 Chapter 5 aPHR Employee Relations 102 Chapter 6 aPHR Compliance and Risk Management 133 Part II Associate Professional in Human Resources, International (aphri) 171 Chapter 7 aPHRi HR Operations 173 Chapter 8 aPHRi Recruitment and Selection 200 Chapter 9 aPHRi Compensation and Benefits 224 Chapter 10 aPHRi Human Resource Development and Retention 243 Chapter 11 aPHRi Employee Relations, Health, and Safety 268 Appendix A Answers to Review Questions 303 Appendix B Case Studies 335 Appendix C Federal Employment Legislation and Case Law 341 Index 425