The HR Generalist Knowledge Test helps you identify candidates who understand the foundations of human resources, from hiring and compliance to benefits and more.
If your next hire will be responsible for managing policies, screening applicants, or overseeing compliance with labor laws, this test makes sure they’re ready.
Bad HR hires don’t just fumble a spreadsheet. They can wreck your internal culture, trigger compliance issues, and burn time you’ll never get back.
This test helps you check the real-life knowledge an HR Generalist needs:
The score report makes it easy to identify top applicants. When the test is finished, the score report lands in your inbox, including:
Total Score Summary
A quick view of overall performance across all core HR topics.
Skill Ratings
Each section is labeled as Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced. You’ll see what topics are their strongest and where they may need additional training.
Question-Level Breakdown
You can review which answers were correct or incorrect, giving you better insight into their decision-making.
Time Per Question
See how fast they responded and how much time they spent thinking through each section.
What’s on the HR Generalist Knowledge Test?
The test covers applicant screening, hiring processes, benefits, compensation, discrimination laws, and employment relationships. Each section is built around real-world HR tasks, not just textbook definitions.
Is this test based on real HR work?
Yes. It’s written by professionals with HR experience, and focuses on the decisions, processes, and legal considerations HR staff face every day.
Who should take this test?
It’s best for entry-level to mid-level HR professionals, especially generalists who support hiring, onboarding, compliance, and employee support. If the role touches HR processes, this test fits.
How much does this cost?
Pricing is simple and flexible as your needs change. Each test completed uses one test credit. (See pricing for credits)
Can I get a free sample before I purchase?
Yes, just visit Try for Free to provide your information and we’ll send a free sample of the test you request.
