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Our HR and L&D qualifications develop relevant and essential knowledge and skills, and are a route into professional membership of the CIPD.
Join over 25,000 professionals currently studying an HR and L&D qualification with us.
CIPD’s foundation and intermediate qualifications equate to Levels 3 and 5 on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and are regulated by Ofqual, Qualifications Wales and the Council for Curriculum Examinations and Assessment (CCEA).
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Advanced level: If you’re experienced, looking to advance to a strategic level, and aspire to become a Chartered Member, then this postgraduate-level qualification is for you.
Intermediate level: If you’re already working in HR or L&D and want to develop your knowledge and skills, then this undergraduate degree-level qualification is the choice for you.
Foundation level: If you’re just starting out in HR or L&D or working in a support role, these A-Level standard courses will make an ideal first professional qualification.
CIPD’s foundation and intermediate qualifications equate to Levels 3 and 5 on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and are regulated by Ofqual, Qualifications Wales and the Council for Curriculum Examinations and Assessment (CCEA).
Diploma: Study a wide breadth of subjects.
Successful completion of a Foundation or Intermediate Diploma leads to Associate membership.
An Advanced Diploma also leads to Associate membership, and gives you the knowledge to apply for Chartered Membership (subject to eligibility).
Certificate: Study the essentials employers are looking for.
Successful completion at any level leads to Associate Membership.
Award: Focus on one area.
Get the knowledge and skills in a specific HR or L&D subject.
Note: Awards do not lead to any professional grade of membership but may give you credits toward a Certificate or Diploma.
We deliver our qualifications through a range of different study modes, letting you choose the option that suits you most:
We offer a choice of qualifications, study centres and ways to learn for each level of study and type of course.
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Enjoy immediate access to essential HR and L&D resources, support and rewards.
Progress to professional membership on successful completion of your studies.
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Experience Assessment is a direct route to CIPD membership. It doesn’t require sitting an exam or a qualification in HR to be eligible. Instead, professionals with relevant experience showcase how they meet the membership standards.
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