CIPD Certificate in People Practice RQF Level 3 (SCQF Level 6)

Course overview

This qualification will build your knowledge, expertise and confidence to have an immediate impact at work. We understand the need to fit learning in with busy lives; therefore, this class is held in the evening, online. Real-life scenarios, coupled with best-practice learning, will fully prepare you to make an impact in the world of Human Resources Management.

This course is aimed at

• Human Resource or Learning and Development beginners starting their careers in HR.
• People Practice Assistants.
• Officers or Administrators who have a People Practice role within an SME.

Many of our students have worked in HR for some time but are keen to understand best practices and professional approaches within the current legal framework.

You will develop your skills and knowledge to become an effective human resource practitioner, and learn to design, deliver, and evaluate practical, relevant learning and development activities. This is a professionally recognised qualification, and upon successful completion, you will automatically become an Associate Professional Member of CIPD, further enhancing your employment and promotional prospects.

This course is delivered via open learning. You will have a 'live' weekly workshop via Microsoft Teams and access a wide range of developmental resources on the CIPD website and the college's Virtual Learning Environment (Moodle).  

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. The new qualifications set the standard for professionals. 

The fees for this course are £1,500

What you will learn

• Business Culture and Change in Context
• Principles of Analytics
• Core Behaviours for People Professionals
• Essentials of People Practice

How the course is assessed

• We use a range of CIPD-approved written assignments, professional presentations and reports to assess the learning.

Number of days per week

• Live online workshops every Tuesday evening from 5.30 PM to 8.30 PM.
• Tuesday 27 January 2026 via MS Teams.

Entry requirements

• Minimum of SCQF level 5.

or

• Evidence of relevant working roles, not necessarily in an HR environment.

Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements

• Interviews will be carried out via MS Teams or by phone.

English Proficiency Requirements

Progression and Articulation Routes

• CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management Level 5 (SCQF L9) 

Career options

• A range of learning and developmental or human resource roles within an organisation.