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CIPD Qualifications with DPG

Level Level Level

3 5 7
Welcome!
DPG has worked with CIPD for almost Making the right choice 8 reasons to choose DPG 4
30 years with an excellent track DPG enjoy an Excellent recommendation rate
record for innovation and in delivering on Trustpilot. We keep in touch with and listen
to our participants across our social channels and
Choosing the right qualification 6
qualifications for CIPD and our award-winning DPG Professional Development
participants. We’re absolutely delighted Community. This constant collaboration enables
us to keep a step ahead of the rest and support
Programme overviews 8
to be a fully approved CIPD Training
our participants in achieving excellence.
Centre for CIPD qualifications and look
forward to helping thousands more Your questions answered 10
Professional recognition
HR and L&D professionals to achieve
their professional aspirations through
Now more than ever, HR and L&D professionals
need the breadth and depth of knowledge and The DPG Community 12
obtaining this prestigious qualification. skills to help their organisation to develop and

The DPG Difference 14

prosper. It’s exciting times for HR and L&D as the
power of its impact on organisational success is
Our core purpose forms part of the DPG Difference
increasingly recognised. Together we can have
– which you’ll see in every interaction you have
a huge impact on the HR and L&D community.
with us; before, during and after your programme.
For 30 years, our innovative learning approach and
commitment to excellence has helped thousands
of people like you become CIPD qualified. You’ll
quickly discover how passionate we are about the
People Profession and development. This passion
drives our absolute commitment to delivering
to you a truly best in class experience that is
designed using the latest thinking, technology
and facilitation techniques.

Level Level Level

3 5 7

All our CIPD professional qualifications are based

on the CIPD Profession Map launched in 2018.
The map is about impact, not activity. It focuses
on the knowledge and behaviours needed to
create value and make an impact at work. The map
sets the international benchmark for the People
Profession and provides a strong foundation to
give people professionals the confidence and
capabilities to guide their decision-making,
PURPOSE actions and behaviours. Each qualification has
clear linkage to the Profession Map.

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 1. 8 reasons to choose DPG
Unlimited support 2. These are just some of the fantastic benefits of studying
You will receive 24/7 support
Affordable with DPG, it's what we call the DPG Difference!
throughout your CIPD
programme with DPG payment plans
We offer monthly payment plans
with low deposits and interest
free options to help you get
CIPD qualified cost-effectively.
7.
The DPG Community
3. 4.
Our free online professional
6. community gives you access to
thousands of other learners and
Immediate starts No exams industry experts to support you
You can start a programme Handpicked expert on your CIPD journey.
All assessments are done in
with us when it suits you, so your own time, eradicating facilitators
you can start accelerating the stress of revision or We handpick our team based on
your career today! planning it around a busy their subject knowledge, practitioner
schedule. experience and their ability to inspire
and develop you. All of our facilitators
have current industry experience.

5. 8.
Independent
Networking
trust rating
opportunities
DPG are rated very highly by
Completing a CIPD our students. Don’t believe us?
Qualification leads to Take a look at our Trustpilot
Membership of the CIPD reviews, we’re rated Excellent!
adding credibility
to your skills.

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Choosing the right
CIPD qualification
Whatever your level and whatever your studying style
we have a programme that’s right for you. We’ve
outlined the three levels and who they are suitable for.

Level 3 Certificate in People Practice

The Foundation Certificate in People Practice is the perfect entry
point into the People Profession. It is suited to individuals who are
aspiring to, or embarking on, a career in people practice, or who
Level
are currently working in a people practice support role and wish
3
Programme formats
to develop their knowledge and deliver immediate value for their Online learning
organisation. It will develop the specialist knowledge, skills and
understanding required to be a people professional. Study anytime, anywhere with our 100% online
programmes. Learners will have 24/7 access to
an innovative e-learning platform with interactive
Level 5 Diploma in People Management Whether you choose an online or
learning activities and resources as well as access
The Associate Diploma in People Management is suited to blended programme, DPG create to live webinars and the online DPG Community.
individuals who are aspiring to, or embarking on, a career in a dynamic, creative and innovative
people management, or who are working in a people practice role Online programmes offer a truly flexible experience
and wish to contribute their knowledge and skills to help shape environment to ensure all learners get
to help learners fit the qualification around
organisational value. the most out of their experience and
Level are fully supported throughout.
their lifestyle whilst still receiving the same
exceptional quality as a traditional workshop based

5
Level 5 Diploma in Organisational Learning & Development qualification.
The Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning & Development
All programmes can be delivered Blended learning
is suited to individuals who are aspiring to, or embarking on, a career
in learning and development, or who are working in a people practice 100% online or with blended learning
Our blended programmes offer a unique blend of
role and wish to extend their knowledge and skills to help shape methods. workshops, webinars, e-learning and community
organisational learning and development. collaboration. Learners will have access to unit
specific workshops and webinars to register for at
Level 7 Diploma in Strategic People Management their convenience.
The Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management is suited
to individuals who are experienced people practitioners; are working The workshops are a totally immersive, interactive

Level
in a senior people practice role and wish to extend their skills and and collaborative learning experience, where
understanding to shape strategy and policy; or who wish to shape knowledge, skills and behaviours are shared

7
people practice creating value for a wide audience. and developed by learners. This is delivered by
a CIPD approved facilitator with a wealth of
Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Learning & Development industry expertise and experience. Throughout
the workshop learners will receive expert subject
The Advanced Diploma in Strategic Learning and Development
and assessment guidance whilst experiencing the
is suited to individuals who are experienced people practitioners;
opportunity to share best practice and network
are working in a senior learning and development role and wish to
with fellow learners.
extend their skills and understanding to shape strategy and policy;
or who wish to shape learning and development creating value for
Speak to our expert CIPD advisors to discuss
a wide audience.
the best option for you. Call 0330 660 0220
or email cipd@dpgplc.co.uk

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 "The interactive nature
of the lessons, tests
and challenges made
the content engaging
and relatable."

Programme Faith Bartlett – Office Manager

overviews
All our CIPD professional qualifications are based on Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice Level 7 CIPD Advanced Diploma in Strategic
People Management
the CIPD Profession Map. The Map was launched in The CIPD Level 3 Certificate in People Practice is
2018, having been developed in collaboration with the perfect gateway to entering this sought-after The CIPD Level 7 Diploma in Strategic People
profession and gaining a wide range of relevant Management provides learners with a distinct
a wide range of experts working at the heart of the knowledge and expertise in People Practice. This and deep level of understanding which naturally
profession. It sets the international benchmark for the qualification consists of 5 core units covering progresses their expertise and supports a transition
people profession and provides a strong foundation key areas in both HR and L&D including core to strategic people management roles. This
behaviours for people professionals, essentials qualification consists of 4 core units, 3 specialist
to give people professionals the confidence and of people practice and principles of analytics. units and 1 optional unit. Learners will gain
capabilities to guide their decision-making, actions In short — everything you need to kickstart your valuable and practical insights into advanced areas
and behaviours. career in People Practice. Learners who successfully in strategic learning and development including
complete the qualification will be eligible for strategic employment relations, development
Foundation Level CIPD Membership. strategies for performance and business research
Every unit within each CIPD programme has clear in people practice. Learners who successfully
linkage to the Profession Map. The core units are Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management
complete the qualification will be eligible for
Chartered Membership Status.
directly aligned to the core knowledge and core The CIPD Level 5 Diploma in People Management
behaviours of the Profession Map. extends a deeper level of understanding
Level 7 CIPD Advanced Diploma in Strategic
and progresses learners' expertise in People
Learning and Development
Management. This qualification consists of 3
core units, 3 specialist units and 1 optional unit. The CIPD Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Learning
Learners will gain valuable and practical insights and Development provides learners with a distinct
into key areas in people management including and deep level of understanding which naturally
organisational performance, evidence-based progresses their expertise and supports a transition
practice and professional behaviours. Learners who to strategic learning and development roles. This
successfully complete the qualification will be qualification consists of 4 core units, 3 specialist
eligible for Associate Level CIPD Membership. units and 1 optional unit. Learners will gain
valuable and practical insights into advanced areas
in strategic learning and development including
Level 5 CIPD Associate Diploma in
people management, development strategies
Organisational Learning and Development
for performance and organisational design and
The CIPD Level 5 Diploma in Organisational development. Learners who successfully complete
Learning and Development extends and fosters the qualification will be eligible for Chartered
a deeper level of understanding and application Membership Status.
and progresses learners' expertise in L&D. This
qualification consists of 3 core units, 3 specialist
PURPOSE units and 1 optional unit. Learners will gain
valuable and practical insights into key areas in
people management including organisational
performance, performance-focused learning and
professional behaviours. Learners who successfully
complete the qualification will be eligible for
Associate Level CIPD Membership.

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 What is a CIPD qualification?

What support do I get during A CIPD qualification is a certificate

my programme? or diploma in People Practice and
Learning and Development awarded
With DPG you’ll receive exceptional levels by the governing body CIPD. CIPD
of support before, during and after your qualifications are the easiest route to
programme. You are assigned a facilitator becoming a member of the CIPD.
whose primary role is to ensure you are
successful. There is also 24/7 support
available from the free online DPG
How much do employers
Community where you are able to ask
value CIPD membership?
questions, find information and keep up
to date with all the latest news in HR and It’s highly valuable to them. It gives
Learning and Development. employers real confidence that
they are recruiting real talent. This

Your questions answered

is evident from the number of job
adverts that state that applicants
MUST have a CIPD qualification or
be working towards one.
What does CIPD stand for? Do you have any payment plans for self-funding
participants?
CIPD is the abbreviation for the Chartered Institute
of Personnel and Development. The CIPD is the Yes. We have a range of payment plans available,
internationally recognised professional body for helping you spread the cost in monthly payments.
HR and People Development, and is a trusted Contact one of our CIPD Programme Advisors to
career partner for more than 140,000 members find out about the options available to you.
around the world.
How will I be assessed?
Why do I need a CIPD qualification?
You'll complete written assignments for each
Getting a CIPD Qualification demonstrates module that you study, and submit them online
a globally recognised level of understanding to be marked by our assessors and moderated
and competence in HR and L&D at the level of by CIPD.
qualification that you attain. You’ll open up career
opportunities – helping you to start a career in Do I have to complete exams?
People Practice, progress to the next level or to
No, none of the CIPD Qualifications in People
make the move into a different area of People
Practice or Learning & Development require you
Practice or L&D. The majority of employers now
to undertake exams.
ask for candidates to be CIPD qualified because
they trust their standards and integrity of their
How long will it take for me to complete
qualifications. Therefore, this qualification is
my course?
essential for all serious HR and L&D professionals.
The average completion time is 7-9 months for
What happens if I can’t complete the programme? Level 3, 12-15 months for Level 5, and 18-24
months for Level 7.
Don’t worry, we have processes in place to support
you through to completion. Please contact our
How much time should I set aside in between
team for further information.
the workshops to work on the assessments?

What are the entry requirements? As a guideline we recommend that you set aside
on average 10 hours per week. However, we find
There are no formal entry requirements for a you to
that this time varies from participant to participant.
enrol. However, you should meet the requirements
of the learning outcomes and have the appropriate
When can I start my programme?
literacy and numeracy needed to complete the
qualification. Anytime, anywhere. All of our programmes have
immediate start dates available so you can start
Are there any hidden costs? accelerating your career today. To secure your place
call one of our advisors on 0330 660 0220.
The only additional charge is your CIPD
membership.

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The DPG Community
What is the DPG Professional Development Community?
The DPG Professional Development Community is a virtual space
where professionals in people management can:

• Connect with students and non-students regardless of sector or

"Not only is the DPG
location. Connections can be peer-to-peer; in private groups of
similar interests; or across the entire Community.
Community a wealth of
• Collaborate with other members, discuss news, ask for advice
information, but everyone
and share experience. is incredibly supportive.
• Learn from each other, from our Facilitators and from access From the webinars to the
to up to date resources (both created at DPG and curated community discussions,
from well-regarded sources). everyone wants to help.
• Develop professionally thanks to the CPD focused resources I’ve made some great
maintained by DPG, such as posts designed to make CPD connections with many
accessible and exclusive tools to inform career progression.
fellow students."
Robert Pender
Benefits of the DPG Professional Development Community include:
• Keeping up to date with industry news. This is thanks to
contributors curating news and discussions
• Having relevant industry events listed and accessible all through
one source
• Having exclusive access to talent management tools, a cloud-
based space to log their CPD, mentoring and career advice
• Access to an extensive e-library
• Peer-to-peer support, where users can contact other HR and
L&D professionals for advice and insight regardless of location
or organisation
• In addition, we offer free HR training to all members via our
exclusive HRGo! Programme.

Join us
The online DPG Professional The award-winning DPG Professional Development
Development Community is free to join Community is free to join because we are committed
and anyone can participate! If you are to supporting the People Profession. Come along
studying a DPG programme with us, we "I came across DPG and it was and join today to help us build and maintain this
have groups in our Community where the flexibility in their delivery
Professional Development Community.
of the programme that struck
communications are focused on your community.dpgplc.co.uk
me. I work full time and have
programme. In your group, you’ll also
fantastic support from them,
find information on how to get started so I am able to balance study
and details of upcoming events. requirements alongside my
day to day role"
Mykela Pratt - Improvement Manager

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The DPG Difference
DPG’s core purpose is to drive both individual and
organisational performance. Trusted by over 25,000
learners, we pride ourselves on being pioneers in CIPD
Qualifications. Our position in the market, quality
record and exceptional support highlight this and
enable you to enjoy fantastic benefits long after your
programme has finished.

As the power of HR and L&D’s impact on organisational

success is increasingly recognised, we want to
ensure professionals have the breadth and depth
of knowledge and skills to succeed. Together we
can make a huge impact and drive exceptional
performance.

Here are some of the organisations that trust DPG:

How to get started

1. Call our expert advisors on 0330 660 0220 or
email cipd@dpgplc.co.uk to discuss your next
steps.

2. Complete your registration form for your chosen

programme.
3. Make your payment, we have a range of payment
plans to suit your needs, please discuss this with
your programme advisor.

4. Receive your programme details with course

information, your facilitator’s details and access
to our learning platform.

Follow these steps to secure your place and experience

the DPG Difference for yourself!

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DPG is a leading CIPD training
provider with over 25 years
of experience helping
individuals and businesses
to develop and succeed.

If you would like to discuss our CIPD

qualifications, please don’t hesitate
to get in touch.

0330 660 0220

cipd@dpgplc.co.uk
www.dpgplc.com
"A distance learning
experience that feels well
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supported and sets the
learner up for success - highly
recommended all round!"
Ruth Brecher - People Operations