Level 3 CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice

Course Overview

Course Type:

Part Time

Available at:

Available at Eastleigh tagEastleigh

Course Area:

Business Finance & Travel

Course Duration:

1 Year

Available at:

Available at Eastleigh tagEastleigh

The Course in Detail

The Certificate in HR People Practice a firm foundation in all areas of HR, as well as an understanding of HR in a business context. It will help you develop essential HR skills and give you the confidence to be more effective at work. This qualification introduces the learner to a wide range of relevant knowledge and expertise in people practice.

It is suited to those learners who:

  • are studying, aspiring to, or embarking on, a career in people practice
  • are working in a people practice support role and wish to develop their knowledge and deliver immediate and short-term value for their organisation
  • wish to develop the specialist knowledge, skills and understanding required to be a people professional.

Entry Requirements & Progression

What You'll Need

Although there are no formal academic entry requirements, the course tutor will discuss your suitability for the course either before the course starts, or within the first few weeks. You will need to be a CIPD student member whilst studying. This costs approximately £135 and the tutor will advise you of how to join at the start of the course.

This Could Lead to

The CIPD Level 3 Certificate in People Practice is a Foundation-level, professional qualification based on the CIPD Profession Map. The Map was launched in 2018, having been developed in collaboration with a wide range of experts working at the heart of the profession. It sets the international benchmark for the people profession and provides a strong foundation to give people professionals the confidence and capabilities to guide their decision-making, actions and behaviours.

The primary purpose of this qualification is to develop learners’ knowledge and skills to build their expertise, inspiring them to undertake tactical tasks that deliver value. Learners will build their confidence and knowledge aimed at being able to contribute to immediate colleagues, customers and the organisation; supporting change and driving impact, to create immediate and short-term value.

They will gather information to use in their role and use this to understand their work, organisation and profession more deeply. This can then be applied to the world of work as well as being used as a vehicle to start their journey to CIPD membership at the appropriate level to complement career and professional development. This qualification introduces the learner to a wide range of relevant knowledge and expertise in people practice.

Availability & Enrolment

College Life & Student Support Services

College is not just about your course – it’s an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and explore your interests! You can socialise with friends in the café and comfy seating areas, join a club or sports team or attend exciting events around the college. Many of our enrichment opportunities are also great on your CV or UCAS application to demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm outside of your studies.

Your time at college can also be affected by life or health difficulties, and it’s okay to need support. Our specialist teams are here every day to listen and give advice, whether it’s about career planning, financial support, mental health, or something else. And if you have a long-term support need or medical condition, we’ll work with you on personalised learning support to help you achieve your full potential.

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