HRCI APHR EXAM: LEARNING AND
DEVELOPMENT (15%) EXAM 2025
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What are KSAs - ANS The KSA model is
a framework used to define the knowledge,
skills, and abilities that an employee
needs to be successful in a particular job.
The KSA model is defined as knowledge,
the theoretical understanding of concepts, skills,
application of knowledge through
hands-on experience or training,
and abilities, the innate talents
or traits that an employee brings to the job
In HR, this model is used to define job requirements,
evaluate candidates, and assess
training and coaching needs for your current employees
What's the ADDIE model - ANS ADDIE is a process for designing
training programs that has five steps.
Analysis, design,
development, implementation, and evaluation
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, What's a need analysis - ANS A Training Needs Analysis, or TNA,
is a method used to identify specific training goals for
employees by examining areas
in the organization that could be improved.
What's blended training - ANS blended learning combines multiple learning structures for a
unique learning experience. Blended learning is a flexible approach that engages learners
through multiple learning structures.
What's virtual training - ANS Virtual training refers to training delivered in a virtual or
simulated environment, or when the learner and the instructor are in separate locations.
Virtual training can be done synchronously or asynchronously.
What's self paced training - ANS Self-paced training design describes programs that
allow learners to choose when
the training best fits their schedule to complete it
What's instructor led training - ANS Instructor-led training is where employees learn with
an instructor in-class or in a live online class.
What's on the job training? List pro's and con's - ANS This type of training,
a manager or another experienced team member
provides real-time instructions on a specific topic
On-the-job training is
a cost-effective training method that
allows new employees to experience real-world situations,
receive immediate feedback and
improve their engagement and
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DEVELOPMENT (15%) EXAM 2025
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What are KSAs - ANS The KSA model is
a framework used to define the knowledge,
skills, and abilities that an employee
needs to be successful in a particular job.
The KSA model is defined as knowledge,
the theoretical understanding of concepts, skills,
application of knowledge through
hands-on experience or training,
and abilities, the innate talents
or traits that an employee brings to the job
In HR, this model is used to define job requirements,
evaluate candidates, and assess
training and coaching needs for your current employees
What's the ADDIE model - ANS ADDIE is a process for designing
training programs that has five steps.
Analysis, design,
development, implementation, and evaluation
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, What's a need analysis - ANS A Training Needs Analysis, or TNA,
is a method used to identify specific training goals for
employees by examining areas
in the organization that could be improved.
What's blended training - ANS blended learning combines multiple learning structures for a
unique learning experience. Blended learning is a flexible approach that engages learners
through multiple learning structures.
What's virtual training - ANS Virtual training refers to training delivered in a virtual or
simulated environment, or when the learner and the instructor are in separate locations.
Virtual training can be done synchronously or asynchronously.
What's self paced training - ANS Self-paced training design describes programs that
allow learners to choose when
the training best fits their schedule to complete it
What's instructor led training - ANS Instructor-led training is where employees learn with
an instructor in-class or in a live online class.
What's on the job training? List pro's and con's - ANS This type of training,
a manager or another experienced team member
provides real-time instructions on a specific topic
On-the-job training is
a cost-effective training method that
allows new employees to experience real-world situations,
receive immediate feedback and
improve their engagement and
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