The following provides an overview of the expected learning on each of the core modules that make up the Certificate in HR Practice or Certificate in L&D Practice.
Introductory workshop ½-day (1 credit)
The introductory workshop provides a thorough introduction to your chosen certificate programme, ensuring that you are fully prepared for the modules and assessed assignments, and are able to make the most of the resources and support available.
Understanding organisations and the role of HR / L&D 1-day (3 credits)
This core module provides an introduction to the role of human resources and learning and development (HR/L&D) operations within an organisation and environmental context.
By the end of this module the learner will have developed their understanding of how HR/L&D activities support an organisation’s strategy and assist the achievement of business objectives and how these are shaped by internal and external factors.
On completion of this module, learners will understand:
- the purpose of an organisation and its operating environment.
- the structure, culture and functions of an organisation.
- how HR/L&D activities support an organisation.
Professional development 1 ½-days (3 credits)
This module is designed to enable the learner to develop a sound understanding of the knowledge, skills and behaviour required of a professional practitioner, whether their role is generalist in nature or specialist, for example L&D. It will enable learners to develop a personal development plan, following a self-assessment of learning and development needs, that meets their personal and professional requirements.
On completion of this module, learners will:
- understand the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to be an effective HR or L&D practitioner.
- know how to deliver timely and effective HR services to meet users’ needs.
- be able to reflect on own practice and development needs and maintain a plan for personal development.
Using HR / L&D information 1-day (3 credits)
This module develops the learner’s understanding of the important contribution that accurate data, whether stored manually or electronically, can make to the human resources (HR) or learning and development (L&D) function.
The module is intended to span the remit of data management for all areas, including but not limited to, HR planning, recruitment and selection, performance and reward management, absence management, disciplinary and grievance procedures and electronic record management for L&D. It covers the legal implications of storing personnel data and will enable the learner to record data and information and to interpret, analyse and present information clearly and accurately in an appropriate format in support of decision-making to meet organisation-wide objectives and support L&D solutions for individuals and groups within the organisation.
The module also introduces the learner to the concept of return on investment (ROI).
On completion of this module, learners will:
- understand what data needs to be collected to support HR practices.
- know how HR data should be recorded, managed and stored.
- be able to analyse HR information and present findings to inform decision-making.
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