Human Resources - Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice

Human Resources - Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice

The CIPD Foundation Qualification is the perfect starting point for anyone new to the people profession or working in a support role. It provides a solid, practical grounding in essential HR and Learning & Development skills, including recruitment, performance management, coaching, and mentoring. Ideal for early career HR or Learning & Development professionals. This qualification builds confidence, capability, and credibility, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to operate effectively and progress in your people career.

• Course Information

  • Course Code

    XDC3HRP

  • Validated By

    CIPD

  • Learner Aim Reference

    60359584

  • Price

    £1,750

  • Attendance Pattern

    Evening

  • Course Level

    Level 3

  • Study Mode

    Blended - In person/Online

  • Course Location

    Online
    Leyland Campus

  • Age Group

    Adults (19+)

  • Course Duration

    Starts 8/9/2026 for 34 weeks

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• Overview

  Payment options:

  • Pay in full
  • 4 x consecutive payments (4 x £437.50)
  • Sponsor

  Sessions Available:

  Start	End	Day	Session	Time	Venue
  8/9/2026	Jun 2027	Tues	Evening	17:30 – 20:30	Langdale Road, Leyland / Online Platform

   

  Delivery Method:

  Online – you will study award-winning video lessons, which are available on demand, and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer – meaning you can choose how, when and where you want to study. Lessons are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Practice questions, downloadable lesson materials and interactive case studies help to enhance the learning experience further. Learners should expect to spend around 3-4 hours studying independently online each week.

  On campus – you benefit from regular classes with a tutor – without having to commit to attending multiple evenings each week. Your tutor will review what you have learnt during your online lessons and will be on hand to provide guidance on progress and assessment. Regular discussion with classmates will help to reinforce key points while also providing the additional support and motivation that comes from being part of a group.

   

  Important Information:

  • Learners will also need to become a member of The Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD). They will need to remain a member until they receive their certificate and pay the relevant student CIPD membership fees.
  • Learners will need access to a computer with a camera and microphone for online Teams lessons.
• Entry Requirements
  • Students must be aged 19+
  • 5 GCSEs or equivalent including minimum Grade C/4 inc Maths and English
  • 2 years’ work experience in any sector

  Learners who do not meet the standard entry requirements may submit a copy of their CV for review. The curriculum team will assess the application and determine whether the learner can be accepted onto the course.

• How will I be assessed?

  Assignments on each studied module.

• Progression Pathway

  On successful completion of this course, you can progress to Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management.

  Career opportunities:

  • Business adviser
  • HR Director
  • Recruitment consultant
• Programme Specification

  Course units:

  • Business, Culture and Change in Context.
  • Principles of Analytics.
  • Core Behaviours for People Professions.
  • Essentials of People Practice.

   

  Students will learn:

  • The impact of external influences and how the digital and commercial environment shapes businesses and the culture within which they operate.
  • How professionals make straightforward and complex choices as they carry out their roles.
  • Focusing on how apply a diverse range of analytics and evidence is essential to the rationalisation and enhancement of working practices and situational decision making.
  • Introducing the core behaviours for people professionals, focusing on ethical practice to create value.
  • Considering how certain ways of thinking and acting should be universally consistent, even in new and challenging situations.
  • Promoting a sense of well-being and inclusivity in an organisation.
  • Fundamentals of people practice ranging from the employee lifecycle to policies, regulation, and law.
  • Exploring recruitment, talent management, reward and learning development.
• National Careers Service

  For guidance about what careers subjects can lead on to please follow this link to the National Careers Service.

• FAQs - Level 3 Certificate in People Practice

  Do I have to live locally to Runshaw College to enrol to this course?

  As part of the course requirements, you will be expected to attend college in person for the planned lessons. Therefore, it is essential that you can travel to the site when needed.

   

  Do classes take place throughout the year?

  No, Runshaw College observes term times in line with local educational. A full college calendar will be provided upon enrolment.

   

  Do I need to attend every lesson?

  Yes, you must attend all lessons without fail (unless due to exceptional circumstances) as any absences will have a significant impact on your learning and achievement on the course.

   

  Do I have to do any homework?

  Students must dedicate an equal amount of time to independent study as they do to in-class sessions.