Overview

This adult-only (19+) part-time course is ideal for individuals who are either starting their career in Human Resources or already working within an HR team in a small or medium-sized business.

The course introduces the key principles of HR practice and helps you develop the knowledge and confidence needed to approach essential HR tasks in a professional and effective way. It is a great short course if you want to enhance your understanding of HR, build new skills and improve your career prospects.

You will be taught by experienced tutors and HR professionals who bring real industry insight into the classroom, ensuring a practical and engaging learning experience.

Even if you have been away from education for some time, you will be fully supported. Our tutors have many years of experience helping adult learners return to study and will guide you every step of the way.

You will study in small, supportive classes alongside other like-minded adults, creating a relaxed and encouraging learning environment where you can build confidence and develop new skills.

What will I study?

Disciplinary procedures and how to chair a disciplinary meeting
Appraisals
Performance management
Interviews
Managing absence.

Start date, attendance and fee

Start date - TBC

This course starts at various times throughout the year. Please register your interest to be the first to know about upcoming dates. Simply click the green Register your interest button in the Course Information section on this page. One of our friendly team members will then be in touch with more details.

Attendance - One day, 9.15am-4.45pm
Fee - £75.

Adult learning support and guidance

Starting something new can feel like a big step, but you don’t have to do it alone. From careers guidance to mental health and wellbeing, we’re here to support you before you apply and throughout your time with us.
Visit our adult support page

Entry requirements
This course is only available to adults aged 19+.
No formal entry requirements.
Progression
You may wish to progress on to the CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice (On-campus) - Level 3 or CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice (Blended Learning) - Level 3 following successful completion of this introductory course.
Careers
Studying Human Resources at West Notts College
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Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the website is correct, some details may be subject to change. West Nottinghamshire College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.