VQ Solutions has been recognised with CIPD Platinum Centre status — the highest level of recognition awarded by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development for excellence in delivering CIPD qualifications.
This milestone places VQ Solutions among a select group of training providers that consistently meet the CIPD's most rigorous standards for quality, learner support, assessment and professional outcomes.
What CIPD Platinum Centre status means
The CIPD awards Platinum Centre status to study centres that demonstrate sustained excellence. According to the CIPD, this recognition reflects a consistently high-quality learning environment. Centres achieving this level:
- excel in delivering CIPD standards for marking, assessment and membership
- maintain robust administration and operational practices
- achieve strong levels of learner achievement and satisfaction
In short, Platinum status is independent confirmation that learners receive teaching, support and assessment of the highest calibre.
About the CIPD
The CIPD has been championing better work and working lives for over 100 years. It helps organisations thrive by focusing on their people, supporting economies and societies. As the professional body for HR, L&D, OD and all people professionals, it represents experts in people, work and change.
With members across the world and a growing community using its research, insights and learning, the CIPD provides trusted advice and independent thought leadership, and remains a leading voice in the call for good work that creates value for everyone.
VQ Solutions: a trusted provider of people profession qualifications
Established in 2008, VQ Solutions is a UK training and apprenticeships provider specialising in professional qualifications and government-funded programmes. The organisation is rated Good by Ofsted, with Outstanding for behaviour and attitudes, and finished the 2024/25 academic year with an 82% achievement rate — well above the national average.
VQ Solutions has been a CIPD-accredited centre for several years, offering fully online CIPD qualifications designed for busy professionals:
- CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice — ideal for those starting out in HR or formalising existing experience. Typically completed in 3–6 months, with no formal entry requirements, and includes CIPD Foundation Membership.
- CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management — aimed at experienced practitioners seeking senior roles. Provides a pathway to Associate CIPD membership and progression towards Chartered status, with flexible study over 6–12 months.
Both programmes feature expert tutor support from practising HR professionals, a free resubmission guarantee, and fully online delivery designed to fit around work and other commitments.
Why this recognition matters
For learners, choosing a CIPD Platinum Centre means greater confidence that the support, feedback and assessment processes meet the highest professional standards, reducing the risk of inconsistent marking or limited guidance that can sometimes occur with lower-tier providers.
For employers, it signals that staff developing through VQ Solutions' CIPD programmes are receiving education aligned with the CIPD's quality benchmarks, supporting stronger internal capability in people management, employee relations, talent and organisational development.
For VQ Solutions itself, the award reflects years of investment in learner experience, robust systems and continuous improvement, building on the organisation's existing strengths in flexible online delivery, strong achievement rates and employer partnerships.
Looking ahead
Achieving CIPD Platinum Centre status is both a recognition of past performance and a commitment to the future. As workplaces continue to evolve — with new legislation, hybrid working models, skills shortages and rising expectations around employee experience — demand for high-quality, practical people profession qualifications remains strong.
VQ Solutions is well positioned to meet that demand, offering accessible routes into and through the profession for individuals at every stage of their career.
If you are considering a CIPD qualification, exploring progression to Associate or Chartered membership, or looking for a trusted partner for workforce development, now is a great time to speak with the team at VQ Solutions. Visit our CIPD Level 3 and CIPD Level 5 pages to learn more, or get in touch for free course advice.
