HR certification is a topic that I care deeply for. I got started online by writing about studying for the PHR exam in a weekly article series. I never dreamed it would become as popular as it did, and the resulting free eBook is a formatted version of my original posts. For those of you that followed my journey, you know that I didn’t use any software to prepare. However, I get requests on a daily basis for recommendations on what people should use to prepare for the HR certification exam. I have finally made my choice. And for those that are looking for a super-charged guide to answer all kinds of questions and assist with the entire certification process, then I encourage you to check out Rock the PHR.
Read below to find out how you can get a discount on your HR certification study materials through HRCP.
What do I recommend?
After reviewing the SHRM Learning System, I see that it’s a great product, but the price knocks many people out of buying a new copy. Plus, there’s no guarantee that you will pass the HR certification exam, even after spending $650-800. Risky. Expensive. Not my kind of thing.
I then tested the HRCP (Human Resources Certification Preparation) materials, and I was amazed at the difference. Here are a few of my observations:
- 600+ flashcards are great for studying on the go or getting help from a partner.
- Spiral-bound study books are full of probing questions to get you into the “exam mindset” I’ve mentioned previously.
- Includes 400+ practice questions.
- Provides a special guide for those that choose the self-study route.
- Covers the exact same topics as the SHRM system.
- At only $345, it’s much less of an upfront cost.
- For only $29, you can take a 100-question practice test (HRCI practice exams cost $35 each for a packet of 2).
- Unlike the HRCI exams, you actually see the correct answers afterward, and you can learn from your mistakes.
- HRCP also offers a 20 question exam free of charge.
Not too shabby. Here’s how you can make a good thing even better. If you use the coupon code “UPSTART” at checkout, you will receive a $20 discount on the purchase price, making your total cost less than half that of the SHRM HR Certification exam study product. If you are going to be preparing to take either HR certification exam soon, then I would definitely go with the HRCP materials. And that, my friends, is my professional opinion.
If you go with the HRCP program and use my discount code, shoot me an email letting me know and I will give you a free 50 question PHR practice exam.
Just to be upfront about things, I do get a commission from any purchase you use with my discount code. Hey, know what? It’s up to you. You’re an adult. But if I was starting over on the HR certification route, I know who I would choose, and the HRCP discount code doesn’t hurt, either.
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