CIPD Level 3 HR Course. Study online with Leeds City College, at your own pace over around a year. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though a Learner Loan may be available to help with costs. This level 3 cipd hr qualification covers the essentials of people practice, including recruitment, employee relations, and HR data. You'll need GCSE-level English and maths, or equivalent, to join. Completing the course earns you the CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice.
Who this course is for
The course is ideal for people who are new to the HR profession or those who are in a support role and wish to take the next step on the ladder
Entry requirements
Educated to GCSE level or equivalent. Strong skills in English and basic mathematics (Level 2 (GCSE level 4 or above) or equivalent) are required to effectively engage with course materials and assessments. The course is ideal for those starting in their career or looking to make a career change into HR.
What you will learn
You'll understand how organisations are structured and how HR supports business goals.
You'll learn how to manage the recruitment and selection process.
You'll explore employment law and what it means for day-to-day HR work.
You'll develop skills in handling employee relations and workplace conflict.
You'll learn how to use HR data to support decisions and reporting.
You'll understand how to support learning and development in the workplace.
You'll build knowledge of reward, pay, and benefits practices.
How you will learn
You'll study online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is through written assignments and applied tasks that reflect real HR situations. CIPD qualifications are assessed by the awarding body, CIPD, rather than by exam. You'll submit work digitally and receive feedback from a tutor throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Leeds City College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
HR Assistant: supporting recruitment, records, and employee queries
HR Administrator: managing HR systems and day-to-day admin
People Support Coordinator: first point of contact for staff HR matters
Recruitment Coordinator: helping to attract and process job applicants
Learning and Development Administrator: organising training and development activity
Payroll and HR Support Officer: handling pay queries alongside HR tasks
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 HR, talent management, and employment law in greater depth.
CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development: a specialist route if you want to focus on training, coaching, and workforce development rather than generalist HR.
