Diploma In Human Resources

Student Profile
 
This programme is designed for people who work in or wish to work in the field of Human Resource administration and management.
 
Objectives
 
The aims of this course are to enable students to:
 
·         Develop a broad understanding of the principles of HR administration & management
·         Learn techniques and good practice for Human Resource administration
·         Select a modular approach to study which provides opportunities to specialise
·         Prepare for CIPD studying qualifications
·         Extend their existing HR knowledge and experience
·         Gain a recognised award from a leading UK awarding body
 
Accreditation
 
The course leads to a Level 3 award in Human Resources from Open College Network (OCN) which is licensed by National Open College Network (NOCN), a leading UK awarding body recognised by the UK Qualifications and Curriculum Authority.

Study Units are also mapped to National Occupational Standards (ENTO) for personnel management and administration.

Course Structure
 
The course consists of nine study units from which students may elect to study ANY FIVE.  This provides a very flexible form of study giving an opportunity for students to choose units which are most appropriate to their job, career or personal development needs

Study Method
 
The course is designed for study by distance learning at work or at home.  Students receive course manual, assignments and studyguide plus tutor support by mail and email.  You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration.  
 
Assessment
 
Each element of the course is followed by a written assignment, which is submitted to and marked by your tutor. 
Upon successful completion of the assignments you will be eligible for certification from OCN. Please note that students’ assessments are moderated three times per year by OCN.  Submission dates and deadlines for moderation are fully detailed in the student study pack.

Course Duration
 
Students may register at any time and have a full year to complete their studies.  The course will take around 300 hours of study to complete and can be completed over any timescale convenient to the student subject to the moderation and examination dates set by the awarding bodies.

Pack/Course Contents
 
·         Studyguide
·         Comprehensive study notes for each element of the course
·         Self-assessment activities
·         Assignments
·         Tutor support
·         Assignment marking & feedback
·         OCN Accreditation

Course Content
 
The course is divided up into nine units, as follows:
 
HR1
Recruitment and Selection
1. Overview – The Recruitment Process
2. Defining the Vacancy
3. The Power of Advertising
4. The Use of Agencies
5. Targeted Selection –
    Competency based Interviewing  
6. Selection and Making an Offer
7. The Importance of Diversity
8. The Induction of New Staff
 
HR2
Human Resources Legislation
1. Employers rights and obligations
2. Employees rights and obligations
3. Legislation
 
HR3
Employee Relations
1. Managing Employee Relations
2. Staff Motivation
3. Communication
4. Dealing with Conflict
5. Grievance Procedure
6. Disciplinary Procedure


HR4
Performance Management
1. Monitoring & Recording Performance
2. Performance Agreement
3. Performance Plan
4. Monitor and Review
5. Performance Review
 
HR5
Records & Systems
1. Importance of Keeping Records
2. How and When to Store Information
3. Data Protection Act 1998
4. Email and use of the Internet within Personnel
 
HR6
Payroll
1. Understanding the Payroll Function
2. Paying an Employee
3. Deductions
4. Pay Statements
 
HR7
Training and Development
1. Identifying Training Needs
2. Choosing External Training
3. Planning the Training
4. Preparing the Training
5. Delivering the Training
6. Evaluating the Training 
 
HR8
Team Building
1. The aims of team building
2.Organisation and planning
3. How to get the most out of a team
4. A successful team building structure
5. Taking team building into the office
6. Further information on team building
 
HR9
Coaching & Mentoring Staff
 
A. Coaching Staff
1. Understanding Coaching
2. When to Coach
3. Providing Feedback
4. Setting Objectives
5. When to Intervene
6. Review & Learn from the Experience
7. Common Problems
 
B. Mentoring Staff
1. Role &  Responsibilities In Mentoring
2. Identify Individual Mentoring Needs
3. Effective Mentoring Relationships
4. Review Progress
5. Evaluating Effectiveness of Own Practice