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CIPD Level 3 or Level 5?

lynsey

Hi, I am currently looking to study towards a CIPD qualification but am unsure which level to start at.  I have worked for a large courier company as a HR Administrator for the past 6 years dealing mainly with administrative tasks but have been advised by ICS Learn to go straight In at level 5!  This seems to be based on the fact that I have worked within a HR environment for 6 years even though looking at the course content, there are areas I have no experience of.  I'm not sure if they push level 5 because it is a lot more expensive or I will genuinely be wasting my time doing level 3 but as I will be funding my own learning I want to make the right decision.  I also haven't studied within the past 20 years since leaving school .

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  • I agree with this reply. It is a lot to pay and if you have been working in HR admin already you should find new work opprtunities quite easily without a qualification. Level 5 shows you are keen to progress and a quailfication would enhance your career prospects. Does your company not offer CPD opportunities that you can apply for an would they not give you the opportunity for further work challenge to put the studying to good use. You have nothing to lose by asking. Good luck!
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  • I agree with this reply. It is a lot to pay and if you have been working in HR admin already you should find new work opprtunities quite easily without a qualification. Level 5 shows you are keen to progress and a quailfication would enhance your career prospects. Does your company not offer CPD opportunities that you can apply for an would they not give you the opportunity for further work challenge to put the studying to good use. You have nothing to lose by asking. Good luck!
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