Which online L&D courses can you study? 

You want a course that’s the right fit for you. That’s why you can choose to study the qualifications as either a Certificate or a Diploma. 

For beginners 

Level 3 Certificate in People Practice 

A Certificate is the perfect foot in the door for an HR or L&D career. You’ll learn the essential basic skills you’ll need to be eligible for an entry-level position such as HR Assistant or Administrator. 

Topics include: 

• Business, culture and change in context 
• Principles of analytics 
• Core behaviours for people professionals 
• Essentials of people practice 

For experienced learners

Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development

If you’ve finished your Certificate or have more experience working in L&D, this Diploma is for you. Study more advanced subjects perfect for roles with more responsibility, such as L&D Manager or Head of L&D. 

Topics include: 

• Organisational performance and culture in practice 
• Evidence-based practice 
• Professional behaviours and valuing people 
• Supporting self-directed and social learning
• Learning and development design to create value
• Facilitate personalised and performance focused learning

What is L&D? 

The “Learning and Development” (L&D) department manages the training, learning and development initiatives of businesses. It seeks to create a culture of continuous learning and growth through programmes that enable organisations to constantly evolve and develop. L&D’s responsibilities vary depending on the company, but often include: 

• Implementing learning strategies 
• Designing e-learning courses, workshops and plans 
• Upskilling the workforce 
• Enhancing employee participation and engagement 

Essentially, the L& D department’s job is to make sure the company and everyone in it are working at their best. 

Why study L&D online? 

Studying online lets you fit your studies around your schedule without having to commit to regular visits to a classroom. Whether you’re working full-time or have family commitments, you won’t need to worry about finding time to learn. 

Our award-winning campus breaks down your course into manageable weekly plans. Each activity has a time estimate, so you know how much work you’ll be able to fit in to each study session. 

Want to learn on the go? No problem. Our campus is designed to work on mobile and tablet, as well as desktop. So wherever you are, you’re always in the right place to study. 

Who are the CIPD? 

The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) is the professional body for HR and people development, with a worldwide community of around 140,000 members. 

You can be confident you’re getting the best HR qualification available: CIPD qualifications are internationally respected by employers and are designed by industry leading experts to include all the latest thinking and ideas.