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Level 3

CIP L3 Fou Cert in People Practice

COURSE OVERVIEW

This is for Human Resources and Learning & Development students, who are aspiring to (or embarking on) a career in HR or L&D, and those who already work in the field but wish to develop their knowledge and skills. The CIPD Level 3 Certificate in People Practice is a Foundation-level, professional qualification based on the CIPD Profession Map. New CIPD qualifications were introduced in 2021. Based on the new Profession Map, the qualifications focus on the knowledge and behaviours required to create value and make an impact in the changing world of work.

Induction dates: week commencing 08/09/2025 and 23/02/2026

The course runs in term time either, in person, in college, every Wednesday evening: 5.30pm-8.30pm or alternatively online ONLY on a Thursday afternoon between 2.00pm-; 5.00pm.

3CO01 Business, culture and change in context: this unit considers the impact of external influences and how the digital and commercial environment shapes businesses and the culture within which they operate. It considers the importance of people behaviour on organisational culture and its ability to manage change effectively.

3CO02 Principles of analytics: this unit looks at how people professionals make both straightforward and complex choices as they carry out their roles. It focuses on how utilising a diverse range of analytics and evidence is essential to the rationalisation and enhancement of working practices and situational decision making to create value.

3CO03 Core behaviours for people professionals: this unit introduces the core behaviours for people professionals, focusing on ethical practice to create value. It considers how certain ways of thinking and acting should be universally consistent, even in new and challenging situations, to promote a sense of wellbeing and inclusivity in the organisation.

3CO04 Essentials of people practice: this unit introduces the fundamentals of people practice, ranging from the employee lifecycle to policies, regulation and law. It further explores a diverse array of specialist subjects such as recruitment, talent management, reward and learning and development, essential to a career in people practice. Importantly, this unit enables practitioners to apply their knowledge and skills, building their confidence and ability to practise progressively.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Unlike a lot of college courses, an academic qualification is not an entry requirement. If, like many of our learners, it has been some time since you last studied, do not be put off from applying. You will have all the support you need along the way to successfully gain the qualification.

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