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ABSENCE Intermediate HR & Workforce

Workday Absence & Time Tracking

Certification covering Workday absence plans, accruals, time entry and time clocks, time calculations, and work schedules.

Last updated 2026-09-22

6 Questions
3 Free to try
90m Duration
65 Passing score

About the ABSENCE exam

Workday Absence & Time Tracking (ABSENCE) is a intermediate-level Workday certification covering 6 topic areas. The trykickoff ABSENCE practice bank holds 6 questions with an explanation on every one, and 3 of them are free to try without an account.

Who this exam is typically for

HR administrators HRIS analysts People operations specialists HR systems consultants

Sample ABSENCE question

A real question from the ABSENCE bank, with the explanation that ships with it.

Absence Plans

What is an Absence Plan?

  • AA plan that defines how time off is accrued and requested
  • BA benefit plan for medical coverage
  • CA payroll pay group
  • DA security domain policy
Show answer and explanation

Correct answer: A — A plan that defines how time off is accrued and requested

Absence plans define accrual rules, balances, and the time off types a worker can request.

Topics covered

Question distribution across the 6-question ABSENCE bank.

  • Absence Plans 1 questions
  • Accruals 1 questions
  • Work Schedules 1 questions
  • Time Tracking 1 questions
  • Time Calculations 1 questions
  • Leaves 1 questions

Skills tested

Every topic area the ABSENCE bank currently covers.

Absence Plans Accruals Work Schedules Time Tracking Time Calculations Leaves

Light practice set. A quick check of the topic areas rather than a full mock exam.

How to prepare

A six-step routine that works whether you have a week or a month.

  1. 1

    Check where you stand

    Take the 3 free ABSENCE questions first. No account is needed, and every answer comes with an explanation.

  2. 2

    Work the topic areas

    Study the 6 topic areas listed below, starting with the ones carrying the most questions.

  3. 3

    Practise with explanations

    Use practice mode so you see the verdict and the reasoning straight after each answer.

  4. 4

    Review your weak topics

    After each attempt, read the per-topic breakdown and redo the areas you scored lowest on.

  5. 5

    Sit a timed attempt

    Switch to exam mode and work to the 90-minute limit to build pacing.

  6. 6

    Retake until consistent

    Repeat until you clear the 65 passing score on the full bank, not just the free set.

What you get

  • Scenario-based questions that mirror the real ABSENCE exam style.
  • An explanation for every question, so you understand the reasoning, not just the answer.
  • Practice mode with instant feedback and progress saved between sessions.
  • A per-topic breakdown after each attempt to show where to focus next.
  • Unlimited retakes with reshuffled questions on the full bank.

ABSENCE at a glance

Exam code
ABSENCE
Vendor
Workday
Category
HR & Workforce
Difficulty
Intermediate
Duration
90 min
Passing score
65
Total questions
6
Free questions
3

Frequently asked questions

Is the ABSENCE practice test free?

Yes. trykickoff offers 3 free ABSENCE practice questions with explanations. The full bank of 6 questions is available for $29.00.

How many questions are in the ABSENCE question bank?

The trykickoff ABSENCE bank contains 6 practice questions covering 6 topic areas.

What is the passing score for ABSENCE?

The passing score for ABSENCE is 65. The exam duration is approximately 90 minutes.

Do I need an account to practice?

No. You can take the free practice quiz without an account. Creating a free account lets you save progress and unlock full exam banks.

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