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Getting CIPD qualified with DPG is the no-nonsense way to enhance your CV, progress your career and boost your earning potential.
Don't just take our word for it, 92% of our students recommend a CIPD course.†
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The CIPD Level 3 Foundation course has been skilfully designed for those just entering the people profession, which means that no previous HR or L&D experience is required to get started.
You will be assessed upon the completion of each module and will submit a written assignment online. Your work is marked by our assessors and moderated by CIPD for your peace of mind.
It takes students an average of 7-9 months to complete their qualification. To give you plenty of flexibility, we offer our students a support period of 9 months. Bear in mind that your completion time will depend on how many hours you are able to commit to your studies on a full-time or part-time basis.
We strive to make sure our courses are as affordable as possible for our students, and we have interest free payment plans in place to support you. Our advisers are on hand to discuss deposits and monthly payments with you, or you can choose to buy your course online.
Your CIPD Level 3 qualification can be completed 100% online or via our blended learning approach. You’ll study four modules in total:
For more details on what you’ll learn on each module download your free CIPD Level 3 course brochure
Learn more about why our students chose DPG and how we’ve helped them progress in their careers.
DPG is a leading provider of CIPD courses. If you need more information or have questions you can get in touch by calling us or send an enquiry and one of our course advisors will be in touch soon.
£25,000+
HR entry-level salary‡
£30,000+
HR associate-level salary‡
£55,000+
HR senior-level salary‡
HR Assistant/Administrator
People & Culture Assistant
Employee Relations Officer
Recruitment Coordinator
Talent Co-ordinator
Learning Administrator
The CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice is right for you if:
The Foundation Certificate is designed to give you the practical skills and knowledge you need to get your foot in the door, find your first job in HR or L&D, and stand out as part of the next generation of people professionals.
As the CIPD Foundation course is designed for newcomers to the people profession, you don't need any previous HR or L&D experience to get started, and there are no formal entry requirements.
As long as you're 16+ and have good literacy and numeracy skills, you're good to go.
We find it takes most students around 7 to 9 months to complete the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate.
However, everyone is different, so bear in mind this might change depending on your circumstances and how much time you have to study each week.
At DPG, we pride ourselves on helping you get CIPD qualified without breaking the bank.
If you’re paying for your course yourself, you can spread the cost over up to 15 months, and you won’t pay any extra – all our payment plans are totally interest-free*.
They also come with low deposits, making it easy and affordable to get ahead in your career.
If your employer is paying for your course (or if you’d like them to!), our advisors can help you put together a business case showing the benefits of studying CIPD.
Give us a ring on 0330 660 0220 to find out more.
We give you two options, so you can choose a style of learning that suits you.
Our 100% online programme gives you a totally flexible experience that helps you fit CIPD into your life. You can access your course, resources, and webinars online anytime, anywhere.
Prefer more face-to-face learning? Our blended programmes offer a unique combination of exclusive live virtual workshops delivered by expert tutors, webinars, online learning and community collaboration.
For more info on how blended or online learning works, give us a ring or shoot us an email. Our friendly advisors would be happy to chat you through the process!
The CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate is made up of 4 modules that cover the key areas of basic HR and L&D:
For more details on what you'll learn, download your free CIPD Level 3 course brochure
*Terms & Conditions apply. Any offer of credit is made by DPG and is subject to your status and eligibility.
‡ Average salaries are from the 2023 Hays Uk Salary & Recruiting Trends report.
† Statistics from a survey of 37 CIPD students who graduated between 2018 and 2022.