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What is the Certificate in Personnel Practice (CPP)?

The CPP is designed to introduce you to a wide range of practical skills required by today’s HR officers, secretarial/personnel assistants, line managers and clerical staff. It's set as a level three qualification and is based on the CIPD's support-level Professional Standards.

Who's eligible for CPP?

This qualification is for personnel assistants, administrators and HR officers who support key aspects of the HR function within their organisation. It's also a valuable qualification for line managers, supervisors and team leaders who want to gain a recognised qualification.

What does the CPP cover?

The CPP is composed of four mandatory modules:

  • human resource plans and organisational context
  • recruitment and selection
  • training and development
  • performance management and employee relations.

How long does it take to complete?

A total of 240 study hours are required to successfully complete the CPP, of which 120 hours should be private study. On average it takes nine months to complete.

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