CIPD Qualification

The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) acts as the professional body for the HR and L&D profession in the UK and worldwide. They’ve been championing better work and personal development for more than 100 years and have more than 150,000 members worldwide.

DPG are a fully approved CIPD provider in both HR and L&D with 30 years of experience and over 25,000 successful students.

What are CIPD qualifications and membership?

A CIPD qualification is a globally recognised qualification in HR or L&D that acts as a gateway to long-term career advancements within the People Profession.

With a CIPD membership, you’ll gain exclusive access to the latest research and updates from the experts themselves, plus the credibility that comes with being a CIPD Foundation, Associate, or Chartered Member. 

Which CIPD qualifications are available?

CIPD courses, both in HR and L&D, are available at three levels:

• Level 3 (Foundation) — Equivalent level to A-Levels
• Level 5 (Associate) — Equivalent level to an undergraduate degree
• Level 7 (Advanced) — Equivalent level to a postgraduate degree

At DPG, we have a number of CIPD courses available, providing you with the support and resources you need to advance your career.

CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice

Our CIPD Level 3 course is ideal for you if you are:

• New to the People Profession
• An HR Administrator/Officer looking to progress
• Looking for expert support along the way

The CIPD Foundation Certificate will teach you the essential skills you need for entry-level HR and L&D roles, ranging from the employee lifecycle to recruitment and employment law. In short — everything you need to kickstart your career in People Practice, with no prior experience needed.

CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning & Development

Our CIPD Level 5 programme is right for you if you’re:

• A current or aspiring L&D Manager/Business Partner
• Ready to further your knowledge of L&D
• Looking for the next step in your career

The CIPD Level 5 Diploma will give you a deep understanding of the L&D function, including performance-focused training, social learning, and evidence-based practice. In short – everything you need to become a next-generation L&D Manager.

CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic Learning & Development

Our CIPD Level 7 course is ideal if you’re:

• Currently in, or looking to progress to, a senior L&D role
• Involved in designing L&D strategies and policies
• Looking to gain Chartered membership of the CIPD

The CIPD Advanced Diploma will give you the high-level skills you need to lead the L&D strategy in your organisation. Covering advanced topics like organisational design and development, leadership development, and designing learning to improve performance, this course will help you climb to the top of the career ladder.