Free Level 5 HR Course in Mansfield. Evening classes run at West Notts College, with a mix of online study and on-campus sessions to fit around work commitments. This CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management is built around the CIPD Profession Map, covering the knowledge, behaviours, and practical skills needed to create value in HR and people management roles. You'll need to be working in HR or people practice, or have equivalent experience. The course typically takes one year part-time.
Who this course is for
Overview As one of the CIPD Approved Centres, West Notts successfully delivers Level 5 qualifications. Based on the new Profession Map, this qualification focuses on the knowledge and behaviours required to create value and make an impact in the changing world of work. This new qualification sets the standard for people professionals. This qualification builds on the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice. It is aimed at HR professionals who would like to further develop their capability and evolve into more senior people professional roles. It is suitable for people who are already in a HR role and aspiring to progress in their career or develop their skills and knowledge to be more effective in people management. This Level 5 course will give a deeper level of understanding, behaviours and skills development in people practice. There are two options to gaining this CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management within the college to support your learning style: blended learning (online and on-campus) or on-campus.
Entry requirements
GCSE English Language and Maths grade A*-C/4-9 Completion of an initial face to face or telephone interview to ascertain whether the course is suitable and right for you. Part of the requirement for the level 5 course is that learners are in a HR/People Practice role or they have acquired prior learning and experience which will ensure the qualification is appropriate.
What you will learn
You'll develop your understanding of organisational performance and how people professionals contribute to it.
You'll explore evidence-based approaches to workforce planning and talent management.
You'll learn how to apply employment law and HR policy in practical workplace situations.
You'll build skills in managing and coaching people to improve performance.
You'll examine how to lead and influence change within organisations.
You'll develop your professional practice in line with the CIPD Profession Map.
How you will learn
The course uses blended learning: you'll study online through platforms including Moodle and Microsoft Teams, alongside evening sessions at West Notts College. Assessment is through written assignments and applied tasks linked to your workplace. Classes are small, with other adults working in HR and people practice. Tutors are experienced HR professionals who support you throughout.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. West Notts College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
HR Advisor: providing guidance on employee relations and HR policy
People Manager: leading teams and managing performance across a business
HR Business Partner: working strategically alongside senior leaders
Talent Acquisition Specialist: managing recruitment and workforce planning
Learning and Development Advisor: designing and delivering staff training
Reward and Benefits Specialist: managing pay, benefits, and recognition schemes
What you could study next
CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management: the senior-level HR qualification for those moving into strategic or director-level roles.
A postgraduate HR or business degree, such as an MSc in Human Resource Management, for those wanting academic depth alongside professional practice. West Notts College has links with NTU in Mansfield for further progression.
