CIPD Level 5 – Associate Diploma in People Management

Who is this course for?

This qualification extends and fosters a deeper level of understanding and application, supporting learners to progress their expertise in people practice and management.

A progression route for those who have completed the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice

What are the entry requirements for the course?

This qualification is designed for learners aged 18 + who want to learn about people practice.

Students are required to attend a pre-course diagnostic interview before enrolment to ensure that this qualification is appropriate for the learner.

Students may have completed the CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Management, or be currently working in HR but with no professionally recognised qualifications.

How long is this course?

The programme is run over 15 months at Highlands Professional, Highlands College,

Attendance is weekly: 16:00pm – 19:00pm during term time, commencing September 2024 – December 2025

Next course commences: September 2024

Attendance is compulsory at all workshops, this is a face to face programme with some online sessions

What will I study on this course?

At Level 5, a learner:

can analyse, interpret and evaluate relevant information, concepts and ideas.
is aware of the nature and scope of the area of study or work.
understands different perspectives, approaches or schools of thought and the reasoning behind them.
can determine, adapt and use appropriate methods, cognitive and practical skills to address broadly defined, complex problems.
can use relevant research or development to inform actions.
can evaluate actions, methods, and results.

What Qualification will I gain?

Upon successful completion of all 7 modules you will be awarded the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management.

How is the course assessed?

All assessments for this qualification are criterion reference, based on the achievement of specific outcomes. The assessments are employer driven and aimed at real scenarios that the learner may encounter in their future career.

To achieve a pass for this qualification, a learner must have satisfied all the assessment criteria for each core unit.

Learners must attend all workshops.

Assignment dates are fixed and are non-negotiable.

We highly recommend that you compare all dates associated with each workshop carefully to ensure that your personal circumstances will enable you to fulfil the requirements of the course.

What does this course lead on to?

The successful completion of the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management

How can I find out more?

For more information, including course dates and how to enrol, please email hp@highlands.ac.uk

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the entry requirements for this course?

Entry requirements differ depending on the course; you may be required to attend an interview in the first instance to assess the suitable of the qualification for your learning and requirements. Please contact the relevant department’s Course Administrator to discuss this further.

Who do I make cheques payable to?

Cheques should be made out to “Treasurer of the States”. If you are applying for more than one course, please enclose separate cheques for each. This will enable us to return fees for courses that are already full and still process other applications without delay. You may also pay by MasterCard, Visa or Maestro by filling out the required card details.

Can I pay the course fee by instalments?

In some instances an instalment plan may be possible, please discuss this with the Course Administrator.

When do courses run?

Highlands College part-time courses vary in length from evening or half-day workshops to two or three academic years. The majority of courses follow an academic timetable and may exclude half terms, bank holidays or other breaks.

What happens if the course I want is full?

Our policy is to accept applications on a first-come, first-served basis on receipt of fees. However, if a course is full a person’s name can be added to a waiting list. If the list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up and you will be contacted.

What if my course is relocated, rescheduled or cancelled?

We make every effort to avoid doing this, but occasionally it is necessary. This is why it is vitally important for us to have your current telephone numbers or e-mail address in order that we can contact you as speedily as possible. If you have a mobile telephone number, we may use a text message service to inform you of any changes to your course. Please note; our text message service is a non-reply service.

Why are some courses cancelled?

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing the course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum, we reluctantly cancel it. We contact the applicants and provide a full refund, or offer a transfer to another course if a suitable one is available.

How will my course be assessed?

Assessment varies depending on the course; some may require formal written or practical assessment or attendance at examinations.

If I can no longer attend the class, can I get a refund?

Unfortunately we only offer a refund if your course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the Island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.

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Application priority

Applications for Highlands Professional are accepted on a first come, first served basis on receipt of fees. If a student withdraws you may be offered a place, or if the waiting list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up, for which you will be offered a place.

Cancellations

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing a course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum we reluctantly cancel it. Applicants are provided with a full refund or a transfer to another suitable course if one is available.

Refunds

Unfortunately we only offer a refund if a course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.