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Level 7 Diploma/Experience/Dyslexia

Amandeep Jaswal

I am considering studying a Level 7 diploma, I have not studied HR or any of the other CIPD courses however I have completed a Masters in Occupational Psychology previously and I have been in various HR roles for the past 7 years, although none at manager level.

Like some of the others in various discussions, some providers have said that I should do Level 7 however some have said you need to be in a position where you are making strategic and commercial decisions to be able to complete this. From experience can anyone tell me if this is true? I guess my concerns are that I am not a HR Manager, I am a HR Advisor and the other concern is that I am working a maternity cover at the moment so will I struggle with this course due to moving into another role?

Unfortunately I am also dyslexic. I'm assuming others with dyslexia have completed this course so any feedback on support you gained from your provider/cipd etc would be really helpful.

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  • Hi Amandeep

    Well done on your Masters in Occ Psych! I would definitely recommend doing the Level 7, in particular doing it part time whilst you continue to work as a HR Advisor. Last year I graduated with a Postgrad Diploma in HRM, with CIPD Level 7 accreditation, which I completed after studying part time and working full time as a HR Advisor. Yes it is hard work and challenging, but so worth it. I have no doubts you'll sail through it given your years of HR experience so far - and the main thing is that if you study it while you're working in industry you'll definitely understand the theory a lot better! I'm not a HR Manager and there were so many people on my course who were assistants, admins and advisors (as well as business partners and managers) so don't let that put you off either! If you feel like you need extra support, definitely utilise the lecturers! The support is always there, it's just up to you to use it as often as you need it, they will be keen for you to succeed too! Hope this helps

    Priya
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  • Hi Amandeep

    Well done on your Masters in Occ Psych! I would definitely recommend doing the Level 7, in particular doing it part time whilst you continue to work as a HR Advisor. Last year I graduated with a Postgrad Diploma in HRM, with CIPD Level 7 accreditation, which I completed after studying part time and working full time as a HR Advisor. Yes it is hard work and challenging, but so worth it. I have no doubts you'll sail through it given your years of HR experience so far - and the main thing is that if you study it while you're working in industry you'll definitely understand the theory a lot better! I'm not a HR Manager and there were so many people on my course who were assistants, admins and advisors (as well as business partners and managers) so don't let that put you off either! If you feel like you need extra support, definitely utilise the lecturers! The support is always there, it's just up to you to use it as often as you need it, they will be keen for you to succeed too! Hope this helps

    Priya
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  • in reply to Priya Gandhi
    I teach Employment Law at level 7 and have had dyslexic students complete it without undue difficulty and marking/teaching does make allowances.
    I am not convinced by the argument that you need to be at a senior strategic level
    What makes a difference for me is the willingness to work and to think differently.
  • in reply to Priya Gandhi
    Hi Priya, thank you I completed it 5 years ago now hence I am debating whether I still got it in me to do the Level 7. Well done to you as well for completing your Level 7, you must be so proud of yourself for being on the other side. Thank you for your kind words and motivation. I definitely will be utilising the support from the tutors, its like you said that's what they are there for so why not. And you are 100% right they want us to succeed just as much as we do. Good luck in your career, utilise what you have learnt as much as possible.
  • in reply to Peter Stanway
    Wow Peter that is amazing that you teach Employment Law at Level 7. What an accomplishment! I always say to myself if I can conquer Employment Law my life/role would be so much better. It is great to know that you don't feel dyslexia will hold me back and that it is more the willingness to work that much harder to get through. That is exactly what got me through my Masters in Occupational Psychology, I knew I had to find a way to make it work because I wanted it so much and that is exactly what I am going to do now so thank you for reminding me this.