HR Support Apprenticeship Level 3 (WBL)

HR Support Apprenticeship Level 3 (WBL)

The HR Support Apprenticeship CIPD Level 3 provides a good grounding into human resources. Apprentices will study the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, which is the entry-level qualification for anyone seeking a career in human resources. Apprentices will be introduced to a wide range of relevant knowledge and expertise in people practice. This flexible apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education, and combines online learning with regular sessions with a college tutor, referred to as Online and On Campus. Start dates are available throughout the year.

• Course Information

  • Validated By

    CIPD

  • Attendance Pattern

    Daytime

  • Course Level

    Level 3

  • Study Mode

    Apprenticeship

  • Course Location

    Leyland Campus

  • Age Group

    Apprenticeships (16+)

  • Course Duration

    9-15 months, which includes 12 weeks for your Apprenticeship Assessment session

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• Overview

  The HR Support Apprenticeship CIPD Level 3 provides a good grounding into human resources. Apprentices will study the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, which is the entry-level qualification for anyone seeking a career in human resources. Apprentices will be introduced to a wide range of relevant knowledge and expertise in people practice.

  This apprenticeship is suited to 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
  • Wanting to develop the specialist knowledge, skills and understanding required to be a people professional

  This flexible apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education, and combines online learning with regular sessions with a college tutor, referred to as Online and On Campus.

  Programme starts:

  08/09/2026

  Tuesday

  17.00-20.30

  What will I learn?

  The knowledge component of the apprenticeship will be delivered through the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice. This qualification provides a strong foundation to give people professionals the confidence and capabilities to guide their decision-making, actions and behaviours.

  Study method – Online and On Campus

  We have partnered with to deliver this apprenticeship through our Online and On Campus model. Apprentices study online materials during allotted time at work, and also attend regular sessions with a college tutor.

  Online lessons can be accessed at any time, using a mobile, tablet or desktop – meaning apprentices can fit their study around work commitments, minimising disruption in the workplace. Lessons are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Exercises, interactive case studies and analytical tools help to enhance the learning experience further. Apprentices will be expected to dedicate 3-4 hours a week working on VLE-related activities.

  On campus, apprentices benefit from regular classes with an experienced college tutor, either in-person or virtually. A combination of tutor-led work, group exercises and discussion encourages apprentices to apply theory to real-life workplace situations. This modern, flexible approach to apprenticeship training empowers learners, minimises disruption to employers, and delivers tangible results in the workplace.

  Course costs

  This course is free to apprentices, as the cost is paid by your employer. Large companies can fund the course using their apprenticeship levy. SMEs can access government funding to subsidise the cost by 95%.

• Entry Requirements

  There are no formal entry requirements for this apprenticeship. Your organisation may set its own criteria – please check and add as appropriate Applicants will need to be employed in a HR or relevant role in people practice.

   We have provided some copy below that you can use if you wish – please check with your curriculum team.

  Individual employers will set the selection criteria for their apprentices though most will be expected to hold 5 GCSEs at grade 5 (C) or higher. Prior experience may also be considered.

• How will I be assessed?

  The Apprenticeship Assessment consists of a consultative project and a professional discussion. To gain the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, apprentices will need to complete a CIPD assessment at the end of each unit of study. Completion of the City & Guilds qualification is not mandatory for the apprenticeship.

  Units of study

  To be awarded the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, learners are required to successfully complete all four mandatory core units:

  • Business, culture and change in context
  • Principles of analytics
  • Core behaviours for people professionals
  • Essentials of people practice
• Progression Pathway

  Successful achievement of the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice will allow progression to study higher CIPD Associate Level 5 qualifications.

  Career opportunities

  Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, learners will be able to undertake a range of roles in HR, including Recruiter, HR Advisor, HR Officer, HR Generalist, HR Coordinator and Training Coordinator.

  Successful completion of the CIPD L3 Certificate gives you Foundation Membership of the CIPD. CIPD membership gives you a badge of professionalism that is internationally recognised, showcasing your knowledge and impact within the people profession.

• Attendance & Support

  Runshaw College believes that attendance and punctuality are key factors in the timely success of an apprenticeship. Apprentices are accepted on the basis that they will have a high level of attendance at college (if applicable) and in the workplace. Persistent or regular absenteeism is a disciplinary offence and may lead to dismissal from the programme.

  Runshaw apprentices will be offered support and be encouraged to develop the ability to work on their own and as team players. We expect our apprentices to show enthusiasm and the motivation to reach and exceed their goals.

  It is important to maintain time keeping and attendance for both college (if applicable) and workplace sessions to ensure learners remain on target.