Human Resources Courses

About Human Resources

Human Resources professionals are responsible for a range of activities in relation to the hiring, management, and development of staff within an organisation, This may include interviewing and being involved in the formation of contracts, creating and fostering professional development opportunities, job reviewing, and assessing the needs of staff. Human resources staff are essential to every organisation, regardless of the size or structure of the company. So how do you start a career in Human Resources? Read on!

Careers in Human Resources

A career in Human Resources could take you to a small independent business, managing a select number of employees as a part of a larger role, or to a large corporation specialising in one element of Human Resources Management. Below is a list of some of the possible career opportunities for someone who has completed an HR course in the UK:

• Human Resources Officer
• Human Resources Assistant
• People and Culture Coordinator
• Human Resources Analyst
• Executive Director, HR and Engagement
• Learning and Development Manager
• Recruitment Team Leader

Click here for our guide on starting a career in Human Resources.

Or alternatively, click here for our guide to becoming an HR Manager, to see where your career could be in a few years time.

Studying Human Resources in the UK

There are currently more than 4400 jobs being advertised on job seeking sites within the UK, and a course in human resources will put you on the path towards a career. These courses can be studied in a variety of ways and a number of different levels, from a foundation level up to university degrees, in a number of cities all over the United Kingdom. Below are a few examples of some of the training courses in HR that are available.

Human Resources Courses in London:

• Human Resource Practice CIPD Certificate
• CIPD Advanced Diploma in Human Resources Management
• HR and Leadership Management
• Level 11 Diploma in Human Resource management

Human Resources Short Courses:

• Business and Management
• HR management Certificate
• CIPD Certificate Level 3 in HR Practice

Online/Distance Learning Courses:

• CIPD Advanced Diploma Level 7 in HR management
• HR management course
• Certificate in Personnel Management and Human Resources

What is CIPD?

CIPD stands for the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development. They offer their own certificates and courses, both short and long, through a range of training institutions, as well as recognising a variety of HR courses as equivalent. A CIPD membership is sometimes a prerequisite for HR jobs, but membership can be gained without studying a specifically CIPD course.

Is a Career in Human Resources Right for You?

A career in Human Resources requires a number of skills – first and foremost, people skills. At the end of the day, and job in human resources is going to require you to be able to read and communicate effectively with a variety of people in a wide range of circumstances. Emotional intelligence is key for any HR professional. Also key are problem-solving skills, critical thinking and mediation abilities.

If this sounds like it could be you, browse our Human Resources course options today!