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Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice (CIPD)

at Burton and South Derbyshire College, Burton-On-Trent · college

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate35 weeksPart time

What the college says

This course could help you to broaden your knowledge and gain experience in the field of Human Resources. Whether you are currently working in HR and want to consolidate your experience, or whether you would like to work in the area, this qualification could help boost your career. This qualification introduces you to a wide range of relevant knowledge and expertise in people practice. It is suited to those learners who are: Studying, aspiring to, or embarking on, a career in people practice 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 You are required to attend college for three hours a week, attend tutorials arranged with your tutor and undertake at least four hours self-directed study each week. Sessions contain a combination of individual and group work. This includes discussions, case studies, presentations, debates, research, workshops and tutorials. Tutorials can be conducted using Microsoft teams. The course starts in September and ends in June. If you have Learning Difficulty or Disability, please let us know when you apply. You will be offered support in your interview. If you need help completing your application, we can help with this too. Please note: Learners will be required to pay an additional membership fee of £109 plus a £40 administration charge for new me

What you need to get on

Applicants will be expected to have a recognised level 2 subject specific vocational qualification. If not already achieved, be working towards completing a level 2 literacy qualification. (or) Several years' occupational experience within relevant disciplines will also be considered

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

  • Burton and South Derbyshire College

    Lichfield Street, Burton on Trent, DE14 3RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Burton on Trent

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