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Level 3 HR Course Online

Cost£1,400 PLUS student membership fee paid directly to the CIPD. Students must have registered and paid for student membership to start the course. Membership fees are available on the CIPD website.
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyCIPD awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 HR Course. Study online with Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, fitting your learning around your existing commitments. The course runs over one year and covers the core knowledge and skills needed to work effectively in an HR or people support role. You'll need English and Maths at Level 2 (Functional Skills Level 2 or GCSE grade 4 or above) to enrol, though previous experience may be considered if you don't hold these. The course fee is £1,400, plus a CIPD student membership fee paid directly to CIPD before you start. You'll earn the CIPD Level 3 Certificate in Human Resources Practice.

Who this course is for

This course provides a firm foundation in all aspects of the people profession, supporting the development of knowledge and skills that are required at an operational level. It is particularly suitable for individuals starting their career in the people profession or those already in a support role who seek a recognised qualification to enhance career progression within the field.

Entry requirements

English and Maths at Level 2 (Level 2 FS or GCSE Grade C or above / 4 or above).

Where the applicant does not meet the course entry requirements - Level 2 or GCSE qualification at grade C/4 or above in maths and/or English, entry will be considered based on previous achievements.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how organisations are structured and how HR supports them at an operational level.
  • You'll learn how to recruit and select employees, from writing job descriptions to supporting interviews.
  • You'll develop knowledge of employment law and how it applies to everyday HR tasks.
  • You'll explore how to support employee relations, including handling grievances and disciplinary processes.
  • You'll build skills in learning and development, understanding how to support training within a workplace.
  • You'll gain an understanding of reward and performance management practices.

How you will learn

You'll study online, working through course materials at your own pace over the year. Assessment is through written assignments submitted to your tutor. You'll also complete a reflective activity drawing on your own workplace or real-world HR scenarios. Heart of Yorkshire Education Group will guide you through each unit and provide feedback on your work.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to register and pay for CIPD student membership before your course begins. Membership fees are listed on the CIPD website. Heart of Yorkshire Education Group will confirm any other requirements before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • HR Assistant. Entry-level HR role supporting recruitment, records, and employee queries.
  • HR Administrator. Administrative support across HR functions in a range of organisations.
  • People Support Coordinator. Operational HR support, often in larger teams.
  • Recruitment Coordinator. Supporting hiring processes and candidate management.
  • Learning and Development Administrator. Coordinating training programmes and records.
  • Payroll and HR Support Officer. Combined HR and payroll administration role.

What you could study next

  • CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management. The next step for those moving into a more strategic or advisory HR role. Widely expected for HR Advisor and HR Business Partner positions.
  • CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development. Suited to those who want to specialise in training, coaching, and workforce development rather than generalist HR.
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