People Practice - Level 3 Foundation Certificate

Take your first step into a career in HR and people management with the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice. This industry-recognised qualification is designed to give you the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in entry-level HR, learning and development, and people practice roles.

The course covers four key units that give you a strong grounding in the fundamentals of people practice:

• Business, culture and change in context – understand how organisations work and how people professionals contribute to success.
• Principles of analytics – learn to use data and evidence to inform decisions.
• Core behaviours for people professionals – develop the skills, ethics and professionalism needed to thrive in HR and L&D.
• Essentials of people practice – gain practical knowledge in recruitment, performance, reward, and supporting employee relations.

To join this course, you’ll need:

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above, or equivalent.

Other relevant qualifications at Level 3 may also be considered.

Written assessments per module (4)

AGED 16 - 18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August 2025 before the start date of the course, and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your course then your study with us will be free.

Please see here for the documents you need to show us.

Some courses have additional costs, such as specialist materials and trips.

Many of our students are eligible for financial support. See here for details.

This course may be free for you if you meet certain conditions:

• If you are not working or have a low income. You need to show proof of your income or benefits.
• If you are aged 19-23 and you do not have the equivalent of five GCSEs at grade 9-4. You need to show us proof of any qualifications you already have.
• Residency rules apply. You need to show you have permission to live, work and study in the UK without conditions for at least 12 months.

Completing this qualification opens doors to a wide range of HR and people-focused roles such as HR Assistant, People Administrator, L&D Coordinator, or Recruitment Assistant. It also provides the foundation to progress onto the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management, advancing your expertise and career opportunities in HR, people management, and organisational development.