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CIPD Foundation Certificate in Human Resource Practice Level 3

at Birmingham Metropolitan College, Birmingham · college

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate35 weeksPart time

What the college says

Human Resources professionals deliver front-line assistance to managers and employees. They will typically be taking ownership for providing advice to managers on a wide range of HR issues from recruitment through to retirement, using company policy and current law. The CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice is the entry level qualification for a career in Human Resources. Learners will be introduced to a wide range of relevant knowledge and expertise in people practice. This course is suited to learners who: Are studying, aspiring to, or embarking on, a career in people practice Are working in a people practice support role and wish to develop their knowledge and deliver immediate and short-term value for their organisation Wish to develop the specialist knowledge, skills and understanding required to be a people professional. This flexible course is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons in the classroom.

What you need to get on

Learners will be expected to hold 5 GCSEs at grade 5 (C) or higher. Prior experience may also be considered. Learners should also have achieved qualifications in English and mathematics at GCSE or equivalent.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Matthew Boulton College

    Jennens Road, Birmingham, B4 7PS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 14 September 2026 · Birmingham

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