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Transitioning from Military HR to Civilian - which course should I complete??

Steven

Good Morning,

I am close to the end of my military career and I have been an administrator for the duration of my 22 year career, although for a spell we were know as HR Administrators my understanding is that HR in the real world is very different.  I am looking at completing the CIPD Level 5 HR Management qualification but am unsure of what the best course for me will be.  I have looked at a number of options and I think my preffered option is a part time taught course which conisists of 8 x 2 day workshops over a 14 month period (with Chysos). However, my dilema is that I will have left the army (only by a month or so) before I qualify using this option (I can't start the course until Jan as I am currently overseas).  How difficult (clearly this is dependent on how quickly I absorb the information) would it be for me to complete the qualification through ICS and doing it online? 

All advice would be greatly appreciated as this is a huge step for the next chapter of my life.

Thanks

Steve  

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  • I guess it sort of depends on how much HR knowledge you have gain through your 22 years in the Army. You could consider looking at a experience assessment, this is a much quicker route but ultimately assumes you already have the prerequisite knowledge required. If you arrange a conversation the CIPD will talk you through whether experience assessment is suitable for you.
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  • I guess it sort of depends on how much HR knowledge you have gain through your 22 years in the Army. You could consider looking at a experience assessment, this is a much quicker route but ultimately assumes you already have the prerequisite knowledge required. If you arrange a conversation the CIPD will talk you through whether experience assessment is suitable for you.
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  • in reply to Alun
    Thanks, the issue I have is that HR in the Military doesn't cover many of the areas in CIPD, with the key area being Employment Law and Business Issues and the Context of HR. As I mentioned in the original post I believe the 2 are quite different, however I am open to all ideas. Thanks again. Steve
  • in reply to Steven
    You might be able to pick up some individual courses to broaden your knowledge rather than doing everything. Ultimately people are much the same in all walks of life it's just how you effect a behavioral change that differs. An epic TAB immediately after a CFT has a way of focusing the mind however in a real world it take a little more finesse and time. Good luck