Level 3: CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice

Level 3: CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice

The CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice is the Level 3 qualification from the CIPD.

You will study 4 core units over a period of 6 to 12 months depending on your support package.  The units are:

3CO01   Business, culture and change in context
3CO02   Principles of analytics
3CO03   Core behaviours for people professionals
3CO04   Essentials of people practice

Business, Culture and Change in Context (3CO01)

You will learn about:

• the impact of external influences on a business
• how the digital and commercial environment shapes businesses
• the culture within which businesses operate
• the importance of people’s behaviour on organisational culture
• what affects a business’ ability to manage change effectively.

You will develop an understanding of the key external influences that impact on businesses and the context within which they operate, including discussing how and why organisations set goals. In addition you will define workplace culture and how people’s behaviour shapes it. You will also explain how organisations are whole systems and how your actions as a people professional could impact elsewhere in the organisation. The concept of change is a key focus of this unit and you will explain the role of the people professional in this and how focused project planning directs change in manageable ways.

Principles of Analytics (3CO02)

You will learn about:

• how people professionals make choices as they carry out their roles
• the importance of using a diverse range of analytics and evidence
• how use of these helps to enhance working practices
• situational decision-making to create value

You will explore how evidence-based practice informs measures and outcomes and how it is applied within your organisation. Also you will explain the importance of using data as well as the different types of data measurement and how these are used to inform decision-making, including conducting common calculations, interpreting organisational data and presenting findings. You will explain how people professionals create value within organisations for customers and stakeholders. Finally, you will cover the importance of remaining customer-focussed and standards-driven within your work.

Core Behaviours for People Professionals (3CO03)

You will learn about:

• the core behaviours for people professionals
• ethical practice, professional values and professional development
• how certain ways of thinking and acting impact performance
• how to promote inclusivity and respect in the organisation

You will develop insight into different approaches to customer focus using ethical principles to inform your approach to work. Also you will explain ethical principles and professional values, contextualising them within your work and specifying the ways in which you conform to associated regulation and law. The importance of respectful and inclusive ways of working will be examined in terms of clarifying problems and issues, contributing views, accepting mistakes and working in a team. Finally, you will examine the concept of reflective practice aimed at consolidating and improving your professional knowledge, skills and experience.

Essentials of People Practice (3CO04)

You will learn about:

• the fundamentals of people practice
• the employee lifecycle to policies, regulation and law
• specialist subjects such as recruitment, talent management, reward and learning and development
• how to apply your knowledge and skills, to build your confidence so you are able to practise progressively

You will gain skills around effective recruitment, selection, and appointment of individuals through the assessment of employee lifecycles, including the role of the people professional within it. Also you will explore different way of preparing material for job roles in order to attract candidates and learn about different recruitment and selection methods to support your application of skills for contributing to effective recruitment. You will also shortlist candidates and participate in a selection interview and the associated follow-up actions. Understanding legislation and organisational practices is a vital part of this unit, as is the meaning of diversity and inclusion in respect of recruitment and employee relationships. Finally, you will explain factors associated with performance management, the role of appraisal and how learning and development benefits individuals and organisations.

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• CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice – Level 3 CIPD

Why Study This Qualification?

This qualification provides an excellent introduction to HR, people management and L&D whether you are new to people practice or already working in a people role.

You may be trying to move into an HR role or have many years experience and would like to gain a CIPD qualification.

You will gain:

• a recognised professional qualification
• a wide range of relevant, practical skills that you can apply in the workplace
• the confidence to grow your career in people management, HR or L&D
• Foundation Membership of the CIPD
• greater earnings potential
• access to the best people jobs and organisations
• the opportunity to continue onto the Level 5 Associate Diploma qualifications

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