CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Development

Course details

This highly regarded and popular human resource management course (previously the Certificate in Training Practice) has been revised and upgraded. Training and development is about understanding the role, contribution and practice of the training department. This course will develop core competencies and skills which will improve the performance of staff in training areas and their contribution to the business. The course is comprehensive and you will have the opportunity to gain experience of best practice human resource development alongside other professionals.

Who is the course for?

This part-time HR course is for those involved in training and development in organisations. It is also aimed at training administrators seeking a broader understanding of the principles of training and those employed in training roles who wish to acquire a professional qualification. The course will also appeal to new entrants in the area.

Award and Progression

CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Development. The course leads to a CIPD qualification and Associate Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). A separate membership fee (currently stg£170, but subject to revision) must be paid directly to CIPD at the start of the course. CIPD qualifications and membership are often required by employers seeking to hire HR staff. To gain Associate Membership students may be required to complete a work based assessment with CIPD.

Entry Requirements

This course is designed to appeal to those at work or seeking to make a career change towards training and development. There are no specific academic requirements with applicants considered based on relevant work and other experience.

Course Content

• Business Issues and the Context of Human Resources
• Contemporary Developments in Human Resource Development
• Meeting Organisational Development Needs
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Organisational Design: Implications for Human Resource Development
• Organisational Development
• Developing Professional Practice
• Using Information Technology in Human Resources