Open up new opportunities with an online HR course
Whether you’re just getting started in Human Resources or are looking to take the next step in your career, a CIPD qualification is the perfect way to gain the skills you need. Our learning is flexible and engaging, guided by a dedicated subject specialist tutor and done in groups to help keep you motivated as you progress.
Wherever you’re at right now, we’ve got a course that will fit your level and your schedule.
CIPD has chosen us as one of their approved providers of online qualifications. When you study a CIPD course with us, you get tons of content from our subject-matter experts that you won’t find anywhere else. CIPD Level 3 Certificate in People PracticeCIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management
Which online HR courses can you study?
You want a course that’s the right fit for you. That’s why you can choose to study either the Certificate or Diploma qualifications.
Level 3 Certificate in People Practice
A Certificate is the perfect foot in the door for an HR or L&D career. You’ll learn the essential basic skills you’ll to be eligible for an entry-level position like an HR Assistant or Administrator.
Topics include:
- Business, culture and change in context
- Principles of analytics
- Core behaviours for people professionals
- Essentials of people practice
For experienced learners
Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management
If you’ve finished your Certificate or have more experience working in HR, this Diploma is for you. Study more advanced subjects perfect for roles with more responsibility, like HR Analyst or Advisor.
Topics include:
- Organisational performance and culture in practice
- Evidence-based practice
- Professional behaviours and valuing people
- Employment relationship management
- Talent management and workforce planning
- Reward for performance and contribution
What is HR?
The “human resources” (HR) department manages the workforce of an organisation. Their responsibilities vary depending on the company, but often include:
- Keeping employee records
- Administering employee benefits
- Recruitment
- Addressing employee complaints and disputes
Essentially, their job is to make sure the company and everyone in it are working at their best.
Why study HR online?
Studying online lets you fit studying around your schedule without having to commit to regular visits to a classroom. Whether you’re working full-time or have family commitments, you won’t need to worry about finding time to learn.
Our award-winning campus breaks down your course into manageable weekly plans. Each activity has a time estimate, so you know how much work you’ll be able to fit in to each study session.
Want to learn on the go? No problem. Our campus is designed to work on mobile and tablet, as well as desktop. So wherever you are, you’re always in the right place to study.
Who are the CIPD?
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) is the professional body for HR and people development, with a worldwide community of around 140,000 members.
You can be confident you’re getting the best HR qualification available: CIPD qualifications are internationally respected by employers, and are designed by industry leading experts to include all the latest thinking and ideas.