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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.

  • in reply to Amandeep Jaswal
    Thanks :)
    I'm not sure of her exact job title but she worked in L&D and managed a team. So I would say more Senior than my role but not Head of Department level...not sure if that helps. Will see if I can loop her into the thread...
  • Great thread, Amandeep Jaswal. Thanks for starting it - and engaging with other posters.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • All suppliers will have support for disabled students. I recently completed my MA in HRM and can only praise my college. Make sure you have your dyslexic assessment handy and talk to them about what adjustments can be made that can assist you i.e. coloured overlays, recording the lecture, early preview of any material, using a computer to hand in assignments and complete exams. Use your own coping mechanisms that you might have learnt over the years. Good luck.
  • Hi Amandeep,

    I'm a HR Manager with 2 years' HR experience, so I've been learning on the job. I recently undertook the Level 5 Diploma which was interesting and a helpful grounding, but the level I didn't find too challenging and with hindsight I could've gone straight in to study for the Level 7.

    I think the most important thing is making sure you choose a course provider that suits you - my lecturer at a local college was fantastic, there was a lot of contact time, and he went above and beyond to make sure everyone got as much out of it as possible. They also had support for students with specific learning difficulties.

    Best of luck, whichever option you choose.

    Emily
  • in reply to Amandeep Jaswal
    Amandeep, I really admire that you are trying to find out if you can do this course before you start. I am Dyslexic and when I studied for Level 7 I had a full time job running a HR team, studying part time and looking after a baby so I know about not having time to socialise. What helped me was being a manager already in the HR field. It was probably one of the hardest things I did because I did the L7 via long distance learning part time and it was very challenging with all my other commitments. At the time I was also leading on a major organisational restructure at work and with a baby I hardly slept. But it was worth it in the end. I also hid my Dyslexia so I did n`t have any help for my disability, but I found that family friends and my CIPD tutor helped and supported me so I was able to achieve my goal. I`m not saying everything is honky dory because it is hard, but only you can make the decision to do the course either L7 Or L5. But whatever you decide I am willing to help you and I am sure our other comrades will also.
  • in reply to Steve Bridger
    Hi Steve, thank you. To be honest when I posted on here I thought I would be lucky to get a response but what I have received from the community here is amazing. People have been so kind, have share their personal experiences, given great advice and support and also given me the confidence to make such a big decision in my life. I am so grateful that this community exists and cannot thank these amazing people enough. Steve, as the manager you should be very proud of this platform, if you are not already, which I am sure you are.