Other Important Information
The Higher Apprenticeship in Human Resource Consultant/Partner incorporates a Level 5 qualification, which is the equivalent level to the second year of university and provides the apprentice with a comprehensive understanding of the HR function, alongside practical experience of working in an HR environment. You will study 6 modules such as Developing Professional Practice in HR, Business Context of HR, and Employment Law among other units.
Level 5 apprentices need to pay for their registration with CIPD and purchase course textbooks required to complete the level 5 ‘stand-alone’ qualification before being allowed to undertake the apprenticeship summative assessment.
Future Prospects
Students completing this Level 5 Apprenticeship will have gained the skills to work at a high level in HR. Future prospects include rapid career advancement in medium and large organisations performing essential HR functions and advisor roles. Students who have completed the Level 5 qualification have fed back positively on how it has helped them advance to senior management positions by equipping them with the skills necessary to succeed at a higher level.
Entry Requirements
To apply for the Level 5 HR Consultant/Partner Apprenticeship, candidates must have the following;
Secure employment: Have an employer in place who is committed to supporting them throughout the apprenticeship.
Work hours: Be employed full-time, working a minimum of 30 hours per week, and be on the company’s PAYE scheme.
Educational Qualifications: Must hold a minimum of 3 GCSEs including maths & English at Grades 4/C (or equivalent). If candidates do not hold maths and English at grade 4/C or above, they will be required to complete Functional Skills qualifications alongside their apprenticeship.
Pre-employment checks: Successfully complete a scope of work review to ensure your job role aligns with the apprenticeship requirements, a skills scan, and initial assessments in maths and English.