CertEdge · Business
Pass the PHR Exam
Practice with realistic PHR questions, detailed explanations, exam simulation, and weak-area tracking.
Free 10-question readiness test. No credit card required.
Are you ready for the PHR exam?
Take a free 10-question readiness test drawn from the PHR question bank, balanced across its topics. You get a practice readiness estimate and a per-topic breakdown of your strong and weak areas — before you spend a minute studying the wrong thing.
Don't discover your weak areas on exam day. Know what to study next.
Start Readiness TestWhat you get
- 1,000 realistic practice questions with detailed explanations for every answer.
- Timed exam simulation — 115 questions in 120 minutes, matching the format described in the exam overview below.
- Topic-specific practice across 8 topics, so you can drill exactly where you are weak.
- Weak-area identification — the readiness test and your practice history show which topics need work.
- Progress tracking — pick up where you left off, on any device.
- Personalized study recommendations based on your results.
Open the full PHR study app — $69 one-time, first questions free.
Exam overview
| Exam code / version | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Category | Business |
| Program | CertEdge |
| Practice questions on CertSight | 1,000 |
| Timed mock format | 115 questions in 120 minutes |
| CertSight price | $69 one-time — this is CertSight's prep price, not the official exam fee |
| Who it is for | HR professionals |
| Prerequisites | HR experience (requirements vary by education) |
| Content last reviewed | October 2026 |
Matches the HRCI PHR format: 115 questions (90 scored) in 2 hours.
PHR topics
- Business Management
- Talent Planning
- Learning and Development
- Total Rewards
- Employee Relations
- Talent Planning & Acquisition
- Learning & Development
- Employee Relations & Engagement
Try a few questions
Sample questions from the PHR bank. Answers are checked on the server — nothing is revealed until you answer.
Question 1. A pregnant employee needs more frequent breaks. The employer should:
Question 2. What is a simulation?
Question 3. A lawful factor justifying a pay difference under the Equal Pay Act includes:
How CertSight helps
- Practice with realistic questions and instant explanations.
- Measure with the free readiness test and timed mock exams.
- Identify weaknesses from your per-topic results.
- Improve by drilling your weakest topics first.
- Retest and track your readiness as it grows.
PHR FAQ
Is there a free PHR practice test?
Yes. This page offers a free 10-question readiness test — no account or credit card required. You see your score and a per-topic breakdown as soon as you finish.
How many PHR practice questions does CertSight include?
The full PHR prep includes 1,000 practice questions, each with a detailed explanation of the answer.
What is the timed mock exam format?
The timed mock has 115 questions in 120 minutes. Matches the HRCI PHR format: 115 questions (90 scored) in 2 hours.
How much does CertSight cost for PHR?
Full access to the PHR prep is $69 — a one-time purchase (no subscription), with lifetime access and free content updates. The first questions are free to try.
Who is this PHR prep for?
HR professionals
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