Each year over 13,000 individuals sign up to study our industry-recognised qualifications to enhance their knowledge on the latest theory, case studies and insights into best practice in HR and development.
Where to study
CIPD qualifications are delivered in the UK, Ireland and internationally through our extensive network of approved centres (i.e. universities, colleges and specialist training providers).
How to search for a centre
- Select level (e.g. Foundation, Intermediate or Advanced) and qualification type (award, certificate or diploma), for example, Foundation level Certificate in Human Resources Practice.
- Select the mode of study you would prefer. For example:
- Full time - candidates are required to attend a number of taught sessions at their centre totalling at least 21 hours per week. The sessions are usually held during the day.
- Part time - candidates are required to attend one or two taught sessions at their centre. Each session usually lasts between 3-4 hours, and they are held in the evening and/or during the day.
- Supported distance learning - candidates study in their own time, using learning materials such as workbooks. Many centres integrate workbooks with online learning media contained within their virtual learning environment. Candidates are supported by their centre through periodic face-to-face tutorials and group workshops (online or offline at an approved centre).
- Block - candidates attend a series of taught sessions, usually delivered in blocks of three to five consecutive full days over a specified period.
- Mixed mode - aimed at experienced individuals who may require some distance learning support from their centre but are generally ready for assessment. Centres running mixed mode programmes are approved to offer competence-based assessment which enables candidates to use evidence from their workplace to meet the majority of CIPD's qualification requirements. The type of learning input and support provided by the centre will vary according to the centre's resources and the needs of the candidate.
3. Select the postcode in which you would like to study, for example, KT1
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Important:
31 December 2010 is the last day to register on one of our current Certificate or PDS qualifications, NVQs/SVQs and PAC. The last date the we can certificate these qualifications is 31 December 2013.
What to do next
Please contact your chosen centres directly for more information on their programme(s) or for details of course fees. Once you have enrolled on a programme you'll need to join the CIPD as a student member. This will enable you to benefit from the professional and practical resources available through membership. Plus, most CIPD qualifications provide the underpinning knowledge towards a professional level of membership (Associate, Chartered Member or Chartered Fellow).
If you are unsure about the programme or level of study, then please select Help in choosing a CIPD qualification. Alternatively please call us on 020 8612 6208.