Who is it for?
This CIPD Professional Qualification is for anyone currently working as a people professional in HR or L&D or anyone looking to further their career in people management.
Duration: 9-12 months
Employer-funded, Apprenticeship Levy- Your company may wish to fund this via apprenticeship levy funding. CIPD Diploma is part of the 18-month HR level 5 apprenticeship.
Whether you’re an individual looking to develop a career or an employer that wants to equip your HR team and people professionals with the skills to thrive in a changing professional landscape, HR qualifications, accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) offer a proven approach to learning and development.
City Skills delivers the Associate Diploma in People Management level 5, which is equivalent to an undergraduate HR degree. Our high quality and flexible online HR training is designed for existing people professionals with some HR experience. It is perfect for people who want to develop their knowledge and progress into more senior HR management roles.
Learners studying this HR qualification will gain practical insights into a variety of key HR topics including resourcing, reward, organisational performance and evidence-based practice. They will also get a sound understanding of how HR fits into achieving strategic objectives and how data can be used to improve performance across an organisation.
Successfully completing this course will lead to CIPD Associate Membership.
There are no formal entry requirements for this HR qualification, but it’s designed for people who have some experience in HR or a CIPD Level 3 qualification.
To complete the course within 12 months, we suggest learners commit approximately four hours per week to assignments and research.
To be awarded the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management, learners are required to successfully complete a total of seven units:
We offer three flexible ways to fund your course. Choose between funding the course yourself, via a government backed Advanced Learner Loan or if employed your employer could fund it via an Apprenticeship so you pay nothing. Find out more-
Posted on Sonia Khan2025-09-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve really enjoyed learning from Anthony during this course. He has explained the topics clearly and is always patient and approachable whenever I have questions. I appreciated how Anthony has made the lessons engaging and took the time to ensure everyone is keeping up.Posted on C Smith2025-09-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have just finished my L5 CIPD People Professional Apprenticeship with City Skills and was awarded a distinction! None of this would have been possible without the advice and support from my tutor, Jim Blythe, who was fantastic from start to finish. I have previously done the L3 Apprenticeship through City Skills with Jim and specifically wanted to be in the cohort he was teaching . Thanks Jim for everything :-)Posted on Katy Batchelor2025-08-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am studying my Level 5 People Profesional apprenticeship after completing my Level 3 with City Skills. City Skills has been a great choice for my apprenticeships and I have been supported throughout. I look forward to working through the Level 5 course. I would recommend them as a provider.Posted on Richard Brown2025-08-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve just completed my Level 5 Operations Management apprenticeship with City Skills, and I couldn't be happier with the entire experience. From start to finish, the support, structure, and quality of the programme have been outstanding. A huge thank you in particular to my tutor, Anthony Hari, who has been absolutely fantastic throughout. His knowledge, guidance, and encouragement made a real difference to my learning journey - he's a real credit to City Skills. I’d highly recommend City Skills to anyone considering an apprenticeship.Posted on maegan ross2025-08-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am currently in the middle of my EPA with City Skills, they have been nothing but supportive and motivating throughout the whole process. Excellent communication skills and go above and beyond to meet your learning needs and wants. I would highly recommendPosted on Bowen Hagger-Utting2025-08-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Such a fantastic organisation that has allowed me to achieve so much more than I could have ever imagined. Thank you to anthony Hari, Jim Blythe and the rest of the team. Unparalleled skill and excellence is all I can say!Posted on Jemma Bennett2025-07-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am currently completing my CIPD People Professional apprenticeship with City Skills and have been impressed with coordination and teaching throughout the course. I am in the final 6-8 months of study, my tutor has been a great support with engaging classroom content on a fortnightly basis, and regular review meetings. The assignment support is very useful and I know my development coach is available if any extra support is needed. The process for completing the apprenticeship has been straightforward and explained throughout and we regularly visit the course expectations. I am enjoying completing the course and am glad I chose City Skills to do this with.Posted on chris scott2025-05-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am close to completing my City Skills level 4 course. I have got a good development coach Josh and am happy to recommend this training provider.Posted on Jonathan Davies2025-04-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. City Skills have been really supportive during my apprenticeship, providing support and guidance from the very being. Extremely helpful when needed and would recommend City Skills to others looking for an apprenticeship
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