Course type

Apprenticeship

Level

Level 3

Location

Work-based learning

Start date

Flexible start dates

Fees

Fully-funded
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About this course

Designed by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), the world’s leading professional body for HR and people development, this comprehensive certification programme is your gateway to a successful career in people practice. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, this certificate will equip you with the essential tools and insights needed to excel in the dynamic world of HR.

The foundation qualification is ideal for those  beginning a career in the people profession or as an opportunity to upskill and receive recognition for those already in a support role and looking to take the next step on the career ladder.

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. 

This element of the programme will be delivered through blended learning, with learners attending full-day knowledge and technical skills workshops delivered either face-to-face or virtually using Microsoft Teams across the 15-month duration of the programme. 

Assessment for the CIPD qualification is through completion of written assessments, these are employer-driven and aimed at real scenarios that learners may encounter in their role or future careers.

Learners are supported and encouraged throughout their qualification to reach their full potential in their chosen industry.

The programme prepares learners for roles such as:

  • HR Administrator
  • Recruitment Administrator
  • Learning and Development  Assistant
  • Payroll Administrator

To start an Apprenticeship in Wales, you need to be:

  • aged 16 or over (there is no upper age limit)
  • living in Wales
  • not in full-time education
  • not accessing any other funding from the Welsh Government

You can search and apply for Apprenticeship vacancies here

If you’re looking to undertake an Apprenticeship qualification as a way of upskilling within your current role, you will also need to be:

  • employed  for a minimum of 16 hours
  • supported by your employer to undertake the qualification
  • committed to undertaking an average of 8-10 hours of study a week plus classroom
  • working in a role that is relevant to the qualification
  • employed for at least 51% of your contracted hours in Wales

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Course type

Apprenticeship

Level

Level 3

Location

Work-based learning

Start date

Flexible start dates

Fees

Fully-funded
Find out more