Question Details

Where are your content (materials) and process (testing) challenges as you prepare for your examination? What topics are challenging you most? These questions take us to a combination of testing and content challenges. Examinations like the aPHR, PHR, and SPHR require extensive preparation. But as in all things, the exact preparation can make all the difference. Several study attributes exist that include, but are not limited to, frequency, intensity, environment, knowledge of personal learning style, and others. In this unit's discussion you will look at what you study and how.

For aPHR, PHR, and SPHR candidates, there are a number of critical steps to success. Among these is a strong knowledge of all the material. Extensive testing rehearsal and knowledge of the material's vocabulary is invaluable to earning certification. Throughout this course, you have reviewed flashcards for terms considered to be difficult.

For this discussion, select one of the questions below and share your experience with the class so that everyone can benefit from it:

• What content area is challenging you within the HRCP practice exams you have taken thus far?
• What content area is challenging you on the HRCP learning platform?
• How challenging are you finding the testing material's technical vocabulary?
• For years educators have stated the study environment is important. Does this apply to you? Is physical location valuable to your knowledge development and retention?

Use proper APA style and formatting when appropriate.

Response Guidelines

Read the posts of your peers and respond to two other learners by providing comments and questions that encourage critical thinking and insight on challenging content areas, testing, and studying. Your responses should extend the discussions and stimulate other learners to clarify, strengthen, and extend their dialogues.