CIPD Level 3 HR Course in Abingdon. Evening classes run at Abingdon and Witney College Abingdon Campus, part-time over 26 weeks. If you're 19 or over, a tuition fee of £1,999 applies, though funding may be available depending on your circumstances. This level 3 cipd hr course covers the core knowledge and skills needed to work in HR and people practice. You'll study topics including recruitment, employment law, and workforce planning. CIPD is the professional body for HR, and this qualification is recognised by employers across the UK and internationally.
Who this course is for
Recognised and sought after by employers on a global scale Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) qualifications provide professionals with the underpinning knowledge and skills necessary to go far in the Human Resource and Learning and Development career pathways.
Entry requirements
This qualification is designed for learners aged 19+ who want to learn about people practice. Although there are no formal entry requirements an informal interview will be conducted to ensure that the course is suitable for you. As this is a professional qualification we recommend that you hold GCSE English and Maths. However if you do not have these qualifications please contact us for a discussion as it may still be possible for you to join the course. The CIPD has a policy
What you will learn
You'll explore the fundamentals of people practice and how HR functions within organisations.
You'll study recruitment and selection processes, including how to attract and assess candidates.
You'll learn about employment law and how it applies to everyday HR decisions.
You'll examine how organisations manage performance and support employee development.
You'll develop an understanding of reward, pay, and benefits structures.
You'll look at how data and evidence inform HR decisions and reporting.
You'll build knowledge of diversity, inclusion, and employee wellbeing in the workplace.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom on weekday evenings at Abingdon and Witney College Abingdon Campus. Assessment for the CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice is based on written assignments and activities set by CIPD. There are no exams. You'll apply what you learn to real HR scenarios and submit work that demonstrates your understanding of people practice.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Abingdon and Witney College Abingdon Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
HR Assistant: entry-level HR role supporting recruitment and employee relations
HR Administrator: handling HR records, contracts, and day-to-day admin
People Operations Assistant: supporting HR processes in larger organisations
Recruitment Coordinator: managing candidate pipelines and interview scheduling
Learning and Development Administrator: supporting training programmes and records
Payroll Assistant: working alongside HR on pay and benefits administration
What you could study next
CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management: the natural next step for those moving into a more senior HR role, covering strategic HR, employment law in depth, and people management practice.
CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development: for those whose interest is in training, coaching, and developing people rather than generalist HR.
