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CIPD Level 3 — Course Overview
CIPD Level 5 — Course Overview
CIPD Level 3 — Learning Platform Tour
CIPD Level 5 — Learning Platform Tour
Choose Your CIPD Qualification
Whether you're starting your HR career or advancing to senior roles, we have the right CIPD qualification for you.
Foundation Certificate in People Practice
The perfect entry point into HR. Designed for those new to the profession or looking to formalise their experience with a recognised qualification.
- No formal entry requirements
- 4 core units covering HR essentials
- CIPD Foundation Membership included
- Expert tutor support throughout
- Free resubmission if needed
- £200 loyalty discount on Level 5
Career outcomes:
Associate Diploma in People Management
Develop strategic HR skills and become eligible for CIPD Associate Membership. Designed for experienced professionals seeking senior roles.
- Pathway to Assoc CIPD designation
- 6 units covering strategic HR
- Progress route to Chartered status
- Expert practitioner tutors
- Assessment by assignment only
- Study around work commitments
Career outcomes:
CIPD Levels 3, 5 and 7 Explained
Compare the main CIPD levels side by side so you can choose the route that fits your current role and where you want to go next.
| Topic | CIPD Level 3 | CIPD Level 5 | CIPD Level 7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who it is for | People starting their HR journey | Practitioners ready for more responsibility | Senior professionals shaping people strategy |
| Entry requirements | No formal HR experience required | Some HR or people management experience is recommended | Significant HR, L&D or people leadership experience is usually expected |
| Typical duration | 3-6 months | 6-12 months | 12-18 months |
| CIPD membership grade | Foundation Member | Associate Member | Chartered Member route, with Chartered Fellow possible through experience |
| Typical price | £1,152 on the Level 3 page | £2,160 on the Level 5 page | Check your chosen study route or provider |
CIPD qualification cost and funding
If you are researching a CIPD qualification, the Level 3 and Level 5 pages publish the current direct-study prices we advertise today: £1,152 for Level 3 and £2,160 for Level 5.
For employer-funded study, apprenticeship levy rules may cover the training and assessment cost. That is why it helps to compare the direct course route with the apprenticeship route before you enrol or sign a training agreement.
Start with the CIPD Level 3 and CIPD Level 5 pages, then review the apprenticeship routes that line up with your job role.
Study CIPD online
CIPD study works well online because the qualification is built around professional practice, not classroom attendance alone. You can learn around work, complete assignments at your own pace and revisit materials whenever you need to.
- • Flexible online study with tutor support
- • Live classes and recorded resources
- • A clear route from Level 3 to Level 5 and beyond
- • A good fit for learners balancing work and family life
Why Study CIPD with VQ Solutions?
We're committed to your success with industry-leading support and flexible learning options.
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Career Progression
Clear pathways from Level 3 to Chartered status
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Common questions about studying CIPD qualifications with us
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