Free CIPD Level 3 HR Course in Farnborough. Evening classes run at Farnborough College of Technology, so you can study around your existing commitments. The course runs over 33 weeks, part-time. It covers the foundations of people practice, including HR processes, employment law, and how organisations recruit, develop, and support their workforce. CIPD is the professional body for HR and people management, and this qualification is recognised by employers across the sector. It prepares you for entry-level HR roles such as HR Assistant.
Who this course is for
See college website for details of this course. Please note that start dates are indicative only - you should visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
What you will learn
You'll explore how organisations are structured and how HR supports business goals.
You'll study core employment law and what it means in practice.
You'll learn how recruitment and selection processes work.
You'll examine how organisations develop, reward, and retain their people.
You'll develop skills in handling HR data and maintaining accurate records.
You'll build an understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom at Farnborough College of Technology on evenings. Assessment is through a combination of written assignments and applied activities that reflect real HR tasks. You'll build a portfolio of work across the course that demonstrates your knowledge and skills in people practice.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Farnborough College of Technology will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
HR Assistant: entry-level role supporting the HR team day to day
HR Administrator: managing HR records, correspondence, and systems
People Operations Assistant: supporting people processes in larger organisations
Recruitment Coordinator: helping manage hiring and onboarding activity
Training and Development Administrator: coordinating learning programmes for staff
Payroll and HR Support Officer: combining HR admin with payroll responsibilities
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 strategic people practice and workforce planning.
CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development: suited to those who want to specialise in training, coaching, and employee development.
Both Level 5 qualifications are recognised by CIPD as Associate-level membership qualifications.
