Free Level 5 HR Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College, with part-time daytime sessions designed to fit around other commitments. This CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management covers the knowledge and skills needed for mid-level HR roles, including employment law, workforce planning, talent management, and employee relations. The course takes one year to complete. You'll sit an initial assessment so the college can confirm this is the right level for you and plan your learning. A strong hr qualification for those looking to move into or progress within HR.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of employment law and how it applies in the workplace.
You'll explore workforce planning and how organisations attract and retain talent.
You'll study employee relations, including handling conflict and disciplinary processes.
You'll examine performance management frameworks and how they support business goals.
You'll learn how to support organisational change and understand its impact on people.
You'll build understanding of diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing in the workplace.
You'll develop skills in using people data and HR metrics to inform decisions.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at The Sheffield College. Assessment on the CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management is based on written assignments and applied tasks that draw on real workplace scenarios. You'll also complete knowledge checks throughout the course. CIPD qualifications are assessed without formal exams; the focus is on demonstrating understanding through written work and professional reflection.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
HR Advisor: supports managers and staff on day-to-day HR matters
People Manager: leads a team with responsibility for HR processes
HR Business Partner: works alongside senior leaders on workforce strategy
Recruitment Advisor: manages hiring processes and candidate experience
Employee Relations Advisor: handles workplace disputes and policy queries
Learning and Development Coordinator: plans and delivers staff training programmes
HR Officer: generalist role covering a broad range of HR functions
What you could study next
CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management: the senior-level CIPD qualification for those moving into strategic or head-of-HR roles.
Chartered CIPD membership: once you have the Level 5, you can work toward Chartered status through experience and continued professional development.
A postgraduate HR or business qualification at university, if you want to combine CIPD study with an academic award.
