Industry-Recognised Qualification: The CIPD is globally renowned for setting standards in HR and people development. By obtaining this certification, you’ll gain a prestigious qualification that is respected by employers worldwide. 

Practical and Relevant Curriculum: Our carefully crafted curriculum focuses on the core knowledge and skills required in HR and people practice. From understanding employment law to managing employee relations, apprentices will develop a well-rounded skill set that can be immediately applied in the workplace. 

Flexible Learning Options: We understand that everyone’s learning journey is unique. That’s why we offer flexible learning options to suit the needs of the apprentice, allowing them to balance work commitments while progressing towards the apprenticeship. 

Experienced Tutors: Apprentices will learn from industry experts and seasoned HR professionals who bring real-world insights into the classroom. Apprentices will benefit from their extensive knowledge and practical experience, enabling them to gain valuable perspectives and learn best practices. 

Networking Opportunities: Apprentices can connect with like-minded professionals, expand professional relationships, network, and engage in valuable discussions. The CIPD community provides a platform for collaboration, allowing apprentices to build relationships that can open doors to new opportunities. 

Career Advancement: Enhanced career development with a recognised certification. The CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice can serve as a springboard for various HR roles, such as HR Administrator, HR Coordinator, or HR Advisor. It also paves the way for further professional development, including the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management or the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning & Development. 

This programme is made up of 4 mandatory units spanning the core competencies of people practice. Below is a brief overview of the topics that will be covered

• Business, culture and change in context. 
• Core behaviours for people professionals. 
• Essentials of people practice. 
• Principles of analytics. 

• Typical duration of 15 months. 

• Induction session for apprentices and for their line managers. 

• 6x half day face to face technical skills and knowledge workshops. 

• 15x half day virtual technical skills and knowledge workshops. 

• Supported by self-study online resources. 

• One to One tutor coaching and assessment support sessions 

• 6 Essential skills assessment days. (3 Preparation days and 3 Live Task days)
• 2 hour long essential skills confirmatory tests.
• Majority of the workshops are half days 9:30-2:30pm, however the Essentials of people practice unit, delivery is longer (9:30-5:30 (8 sessions) & 10am-5pm (x1 session)) 

Essential Skills activities are not applicable to apprentices with exemptions. 

• CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice 

• Essential Skills Wales Level 2 in Communication 

• Essential Skills Wales Level 2 in Application of Number 

• Essential Skills Wales Level 2 in Digital Literacy