Level 5 HR Course in Chesterfield – Chesterfield College

Cost£3,350.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 5
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Dec 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCIPD awarding body

About this course

Level 5 HR Course in Chesterfield. Evening hr classes run at Chesterfield College, one evening a week over one year, so you can keep working while you study. An Adult Learner Loan is available for part of the fee, but additional costs apply. The course suits people already working in a people practice or people manager role, including line managers outside of HR. You'll develop the knowledge and skills to shape how your organisation manages and values its people.

Who this course is for

Adult Learners

Entry requirements

This course is suited to individuals who are working in a people practice role and wish to contribute their knowledge and skills to help shape organisational value, or are working towards or working in a people manager role (including a line management role outside of HR).

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how HR and people practice contributes to organisational performance.
  • You'll develop your understanding of employment law and its practical application at work.
  • You'll learn how to support talent management, recruitment, and workforce planning.
  • You'll examine approaches to employee wellbeing, engagement, and inclusion.
  • You'll build skills in using people data and analytics to inform decisions.
  • You'll study how to manage change and support organisational development.
  • You'll develop your ability to coach, influence, and advise people managers.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in the evening at Chesterfield College. The CIPD Associate Diploma is assessed through a combination of written assignments and applied practice tasks. You'll work through core and specialist units, applying what you learn directly to real workplace situations. Assessment is ongoing throughout the year rather than through a single exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Chesterfield 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 performance and development
  • HR Business Partner: aligns HR activity with business goals
  • Talent Acquisition Specialist: manages recruitment and workforce planning
  • Learning and Development Coordinator: designs and delivers staff training
  • Employee Relations Advisor: handles workplace disputes and policy
  • HR Manager: oversees HR operations across a team or organisation

What you could study next

  • CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management: the next step for those aiming at senior HR or strategic leadership roles.
  • Chartered CIPD Membership: once you have the Level 5 Diploma and relevant experience, you can work toward Chartered status with CIPD, which carries significant weight with employers.

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