Your introduction

to CIPD training
with Home
Learning College

Introduction
Thank you for considering Home Learning College for your
CIPD qualification studies. We would like to lead you through
our learning experience. In this guide you will learn more
about:
A career in Human Resources (HR)
Why the CIPD qualification is important

To get the most from your learning experience, it is important

to consider your unique situation. We encourage you to take
advantage of a conversation with one of our experienced
Course Advisors to help you in making your decision. It is
worth considering:
1. How will CIPD qualification help you in your current or future role?
2. What outcome is important to you?
3. How will online learning fit around your current commitments?
4. Which costs and payment options are available to you?

Our CIPD courses

5. Any other questions and concerns you may have.

The Home Learning College difference

The benefits of studying online

To find out more, talk to one of our expert Course

Advisors free on

0800 294 8836

The enrolment process

We are open 9am-8.30pm weekdays and 10am-5pm weekends.

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Is a career in Human Resources for me?

If you enjoy working with people and have a strong
interest in business, a career in HR means no
compromise. Human Resource (HR) officers look after
the people within a business and ensure productivity is
at the highest level it can be. A job in HR can make for
an exciting and rewarding career, offering:

What skills do I need?

To become a successful HR professional you will need
to have excellent communication skills, a strong interest
in business, a friendly-but-firm approach and the right
qualification. Most employers will require you to hold
a minimum Level 3 qualification from the Chartered
Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).

A well defined career path

What would I be doing?

Typical
Hours:
30 - 40 per
week

Salary:
19,000 50,000

Work
Environment:
Entry
Office
Requirements:
A minimum of
5 GCSEs A-C

The successful HR professional:

On-the-job training
An excellent starting salary
A high earning potential

Honest and reliable

Job stability

Excellent communication skills

The ability to work in any industry

The confidence to work with

personnel from all levels

The opportunity to specialise in several areas

Tact and the ability to deal with

difficult situations
Organised
Business-minded
Good budgeting and IT skills

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As a HR professional it is your job to ensure your

organisation employs the right people for the right job,
and to make sure they perform effectively, adhering to
employment law. Depending on which area it is that you
choose to specialise, the work you do as an HR professional
could involve:
Developing HR policies and procedures

Where could I go?

As a CIPD qualified HR professional there are many opportunities available: you could be working for
any type of business in any sector, from a major high street retailer to a government body or hospital.
With experience, you could move into a management or Senior HR role and specialise in the area of
that interests you most, such as Learning and Development (L&D).

What you could be earning at each stage of your career

Promoting equality, and health and safety

Aligning business performance with staff requirements

Relevant Qualifications

Position

Salary Expectations

Advising on matters like pay negotiations, redundancy

and employment law

CIPD Foundation Certificate

Human Resources Assistant

23,000*

Making sure staff have the right pay and benefits

CIPD Foundation Certificate

Human Resources Administrator

25,000*

CIPD Intermediate Certificate

Human Resources Advisor

37,500*

CIPD Intermediate Certificate

Human Resources Analyst

37,500*

CIPD Intermediate Certificate

Human Resources Manager

47,500*

Keeping employee records

Writing staff handbooks
Providing staff training and development
Dealing with complaints and discipline procedures
Arranging staff services such as welfare and counselling
Working with other managers to plan future staff needs
Hiring staff advertising and interviewing.

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*Source: TotalJobs.com Salary Checker 2013

Why CIPD qualification is important

There is a high demand for qualified HR professionals; people skilled in the correct
procedures, up-to-date with the latest legislation and on board with the best training
and development procedures. We have built a strong link with the Chartered Institute
of Personnel and Development (CIPD) to ensure that our courses are built around
what employers need and fulfil CIPDs demanding standards.

Independent research reveals that individuals

with [CIPD] qualifications stand to earn an
additional 81,000 over a lifetime.
CCPMO Economic Impact Report, December 2008

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The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)

The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) is the professional
body for those involved in the management and development of people. CIPD is the
worlds largest Chartered HR and development professional body, with over 135,000
members across 120 countries.
CIPD qualifications are highly valued by employers, providing an internationally
recognised study path for a career in Human Resources, Learning and Development
(L&D) and other specialisms. Membership with the CIPD demonstrates a commitment
to high standards of professionalism so its no surprised that each year over 12,000
professionals train in CIPD qualifications.
Our HR courses form part of the CIPD pathway, enabling you to apply for professional
Associate membership.

Our CIPD courses

CIPD qualifications are awarded at three levels; Foundation, Intermediate and
Advanced, teaching you the skills and knowledge required for every stage of your
professional career, whether you are working in the UK or internationally. We offer
courses at Foundation and Intermediate level:

CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in Human Resource Practice

If you are looking to enter the profession from scratch, our entry-level Foundation
course will enhance your knowledge of the latest theory, case studies and
provide insights into HR best practice, helping you secure your first role in Human
Resources.

CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Certificate in Human Resource

Management
If you are already working in the HR profession, our Intermediate Certificate will
help you to develop your ability to support sustainable business success and
manage employees in the work place, helping you expand your skills and make
the move into a managerial role in Human Resources.

Beth Motts-Hammond
Home Learning College
student

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Course snapshot
Level

Equivalent to

Course
duration

Workshop
sessions

Study
Units

Tutor Marked
Assessments

Guided Learning Hours

(approximate)

Membership level

Foundation Certificate in
Human Resource Practice

A-Level

9 month
course

Two

Six

Six

180

Associate
membership

Intermediate Certificate in
Human Resource Management

Undergraduate
degree

12 month
course

Three

Seven

Seven

240

Associate
membership

Course

Need help deciding which course to choose?

Workshop sessions

Whether you begin at the Foundation or Intermediate level depends both on your
previous experience and your professional goals.

Workshop sessions are held at set points through the course, in both London and
Birmingham to give you the choice of location that suits you best.* These face-toface workshops will give you the chance to put your learning into practice, liaise with
your tutor directly, and interact with fellow students. They also form an important part
of the assessment of the course, contributing to your final grade and giving you the
opportunity to demonstrate practical ability alongside knowledge and skill.

If you are unsure what level you are at or need help deciding how far to take your
studies, our experienced Course Advisors will help you identify your skills and areas for
development, and choose the course most suited to you. They can be contacted free
on 0800 294 8836 between 9am- 8.30pm weekdays and 10am-5pm weekends.

*All three workshops for the course are mandatory and will be held on set dates which will be given to you before you enrol.
Cost of accommodation and travel is not included.

Course structure
Our CIPD courses are taught via a blended learning approach of online and
classroom, allowing you to study whenever and wherever you want, while benefiting
from a structured learning framework - giving you the perfect balance of flexibility and
support.
You will progress as part of a cohort group: working to a structured timetable,
completing collaborative learning activities, attending live online classes and meeting
your tutor and fellow students during your face-to-face workshop sessions.

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The idea of studying by distance learning really

appealed to me. Having requested information, I
chatted with a Course Advisor and I felt I was
making the right choice of training provider.
Richard Osiemo

The Home Learning College difference

get qualified, get further
Home Learning College is the largest online provider of professional qualifications in the UK. We know that most of
our students have other commitments, so we offer a revolutionary approach to learning that fits around them. Our
students come first and we take pride in delivering the very best learning experience we can. Here are some of the
many reasons our students choose to study with us:

CIPD accredited training provider

100% assignment pass rate*

We have an excellent relationship with the

CIPD awarding body, ensuring we deliver
the most up to date content, and that our
courses meet their demanding standards

We are proud to have upheld pass rate

of 100% for all assignments submitted
since we first began teaching CIPD

9 in 10 students
would recommend
us to a friend for
CIPD training.**

Grade 1 Ofsted tutors

No hidden costs

REASONS

to study by distance
learning with

Home Learning
College

Our tutors have achieved the

highest grade attainable
from the Ofsted, and
have 55 years of industry
experience between them

Regular live online classes

We make study affordable and

work with you to find a payment
plan that suits you - with 12
month instalment plans

Our course books are written by highprofile industry experts, endorsed by the
CIPD

*Assignment pass rate taken from period March 2013 December 2013
** As shown from results from our August 2013 student survey

Flexible payment options

Watch their feedback

With a 5 month old son, the only op tion for me

was to study from home. With Home Learning
College, it was simple. Youve got online support,
can speak with other students for advice or
help and the tutors are extremely helpful. Im
so proud to be a qualified Accountant. I feel
confident about my future now. Home Learning
College opened so many doors for me.
Kalina Georgieva

Highest quality course materials

Our online interactive classes are

delivered using the latest technology
meaning you can ask questions as
you go along. They are also recorded
so you can catch up if you miss them

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Our course package includes

all course materials, live
interactive classes and faceto-face workshop sessions

We have set out to

offer the best online
HR courses available
but our students are
the best qualified to
judge.

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The course material went above and beyond

and I was able to study at my own pace, which
helped me achieve the grade I wanted.
Wathsala Chathurangi

Learning online and on your own terms

Today many professionals choose to study online over a classroom alternative. They want the flexibility of online learning without sacrificing the support of a personal tutor. At
Home Learning College, we have structured our courses to offer the best of both worlds so you can:
Fit your studies
around work
and family life

Get ongoing
support from
a personally
assigned tutor

Login to your coursework online and start on your

assignments as soon as you are ready.

Talk with your tutor via email, over the phone or via the
Virtual Learning Campus (VLC).

Continue to
earn while you
learn

Put your learning into practice as you continue to work and progress through the course.

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Study
from home
or away

Access your study materials from wherever you are.

Connect
with fellow
students who
are in the
same position

Interact in our forums, share work or even find a study buddy that can work along with you.

Your Virtual Learning Campus (VLC)

You are able to access everything you need for your course in one place, via our Virtual Learning Campus (VLC), including all your course materials, eBooks, live online classes,
video recordings, assignment submission and a wealth of other helpful resources. You will be able to interact with other students using the student forums and download useful
guides and other resources when you need them. With the VLC you will never feel alone in your studies.

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I could finish an assignment at 1:00 a.m. and

submit it immediately , rather than having to wait
for normal working hours. The flexibility of this
form of study really suited me. It allowed me to
fit the course around the rest of my busy life.
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Get all the

support you need

Linda Powell
Home Learning College
Head of Learning: HR
and Development

When you enrol, you will be assigned a personal tutor who will be your main point of
contact during your course; available via phone, email or on the VLC. This person will
be experienced in the industry and dedicated to your success on the course. All our
CIPD tutors are Grade 1 Ofsted level: the highest grade attainable.
When you submit assignments for your course, your tutor will be able to access your
submission via the VLC and will aim to mark your assignment within seven days.
Linda Powell is the Lead CIPD Tutor at Home Learning College. She has a very strong
HR background, with 5 years experience as curriculum leader and principal lecturer
for CIPD courses at level 3 and level 5, as well as experience teaching leadership and
management up to level 5; both within a large FE College. She also has 15 years of
HR industry experience.
Lindas responsibilities include customising learning plans and providing
comprehensive welcome guides for new students. She also frequently checks her
emails and phone messages, responding to emails within 24 hours but more often
a turnaround of less than two hours is achieved. Phone calls are used when a more
personal and supportive touch is required.

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For me its the style of teaching that I find

particularly rewarding as it gives students
an opportunity they otherwise might not
have had. These students are evidently very
self-motivated and the course is designed
to give them everything they need to succeed.

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Live online classes

Learning online does not mean having to sacrifice the benefits you would get with
classroom learning. Online classes consolidate what you have learnt from your own
studies with face-to-face tuition and interaction with your fellow students.
Your tutor will run regular classes covering the key topics of your course which you
can join live or watch later via a recording if you miss them. If additional classes are
required, your tutor will be able to schedule extra classes based on demand.
Our live online classes allow you to learn face-to-face with your tutor as you would in
a traditional classroom environment with interactive features, including a white board,
chat-box and poll question feature. There are self-test questions for each lesson in the
unit for you to complete as you go and check your progress.

Kyveli Charalampidou
and Daniel Hargreaves
Home Learning
College students

Example of a live online class

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Career
development hub

Kalina Georgieva
Home Learning
College student

We know that virtually all of our students are studying to improve their career
prospects so as well as a great course, we give you the tools to ensure you can
make the most of your new qualification. The Career Development Hub is a private
online careers portal accessible only by our students. It is a website accessible via the
VLC that provides you with all the tools you need to progress with your professional
career, including:
Specialised CV builder
Be fully prepared interview simulator allowing you to practise your interview skills
Over 2,500 videos and advice articles from professionals
Unique job search portal with over 250,000 jobs in the UK
Psychometric and aptitude tests
Weekly industry news updates.
At the start of your course, you will be given the login details for your own personal
account.

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Are you ready to take

the next step?
Whether you know which level you want to do and are ready to get started
right away, or you just want to have a chat with one of our experienced
Course Advisors, all you need to do is give us a call free on 0800 294 8836.
We are open 9am-8.30pm weekdays and 10am-5pm weekends.

What to expect from your conversation

Our Course Advisors are all trained experts in professional study and
are here to help you make the right choices for your career. They will run
through your employment history, previous qualifications and interests and
use what you tell them to help determine the path you should take.

Call free on

0800 294 8836

To make the most of your information and to help you decide on your next
steps, we recommend you consider the following questions:
Where do you want to go in your career?
What do you want to get out of the course?
How soon would you like to get qualified?
Do you have any questions about online learning?

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Have you thought about payment options?

We are here to help with expert advice and information, so you can take
the next step towards a better career.

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