CIPD Level 3 HR Course in Worcester – Heart of Worcestershire College

Cost£2,640.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCIPD awarding body

About this course

Free CIPD Level 3 HR Course in Worcester. Evening classes run at Heart of Worcestershire College, on Tuesdays at the All Saints Building on Deansway. The course takes one year to complete, studying part-time outside working hours. You'll cover how HR functions within organisations, the role of data and analytics in people practice, and how to develop as an effective HR practitioner. CIPD student membership is required for the duration of your studies. You'll earn the CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice, Level 3.

Who this course is for

This recognised qualification is ideal for any professional wanting to gain the essential knowledge and skills required to move into Human Resources (HR) or for those working in HR who wish to progress in their career but do not hold a formal qualification.

You will study a comprehensive foundation-level course to achieve a level 3 qualification accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), achievable in one year and with multiple entry points.

Entry requirements

  • A desire to learn about effective people practice., - A good standard of English. If English is not your first language, a suitable qualification e.g. IELTS.,

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how external factors and the business environment shape organisations and their people.
  • You'll understand how workplace culture develops and how change is managed.
  • You'll learn how data and analytics support HR decision-making.
  • You'll develop knowledge of core HR processes and effective people practice.
  • You'll build an understanding of your role as an HR practitioner within an organisation.

How you will learn

Classes are held on Tuesday evenings at Heart of Worcestershire College. You'll learn through a mix of taught sessions and coursework. Assessment is set by CIPD and typically includes written assignments that apply what you've studied to real HR scenarios. Relevant books and ebooks are available through the college's Learning Centres.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to take out CIPD student membership for the duration of the course. Membership costs are set by CIPD and details are available on their website. Textbooks are optional but cost around £50 if you choose to buy them. Heart of Worcestershire College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • HR Assistant: entry-level HR role supporting people processes
  • HR Administrator: handling HR records, contracts, and correspondence
  • People Operations Assistant: supporting day-to-day HR functions in larger teams
  • Recruitment Coordinator: managing hiring processes and candidate communications
  • Learning and Development Administrator: supporting training and staff development programmes
  • Payroll Administrator: working alongside HR on employee pay and records

What you could study next

  • CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management: the next step for those moving into a more senior HR role, covering employment law, talent management, and organisational development.
  • CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development: suited to those who want to specialise in training, coaching, and workforce development rather than generalist HR.

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