SPHR Question #25: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is B. Immediately for new hires. For new hires, employers can include language requirements immediately -- but only if they can demonstrate that English proficiency is a business necessity (e.g., safety, communication, customer service). Extract from HRCI-aligned HR knowledge (Risk Management): SPHR candidates m

Question

If an employer determines that English competency is a business need, at what point can the requirement be added to job descriptions?

Options

ASix months after notifying employees of the change
BImmediately for new hires
COn determination of the employees who do not meet the requirement
DAfter an English-as-a-second-language (ESL) course is offered to existing employees

Explanation

For new hires, employers can include language requirements immediately -- but only if they can demonstrate that English proficiency is a business necessity (e.g., safety, communication, customer service). Extract from HRCI-aligned HR knowledge (Risk Management): SPHR candidates must ensure "job requirements are defensible under EEOC and Title VII guidelines." Language must be tied to business necessity, but is permitted for future recruiting efforts with appropriate documentation.

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