HR (Human Resource)
HR (Human Resource) focuses on recruiting talent, supporting employee wellbeing, managing performance, ensuring workplace policies, and driving organisational growth through effective people management, communication, training, and fair employment practices consistently.
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Course Overview
A Human Resource Management course of study will prepare you to strategically manage and grow a business's most precious asset: its people. Qualifying with a human resources field of study will ensure that you are prepared for professional life, considering that skilled HR professionals are in great demand across industries.
HR touches almost every part of a business, hiring, managing conflict, keeping people motivated, and staying legally compliant, yet it's rarely taught as one connected discipline. This human resources education course brings all of that together, walking learners through the full employee lifecycle from recruitment through to termination.
The HR (Human Resource) course provides a broad introduction to recruitment, employee management and core HR practices in the UK. It takes learners from the fundamentals of human resources through the recruitment process, UK recruitment legislation, candidate management and interview processes.
The course then explores employee training and development, performance appraisal, employee relations, motivation, workplace health and safety, records management and conflict resolution. It also covers employee termination, organisational skills, communication, stress management and time management, giving learners a well-rounded view of HR responsibilities.
With approximately 9 hours 18 minutes of learning content, plus assessments, the course offers a flexible way to study HR online at your own pace.
The course was audited and updated on: 20th August, 2026
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the fundamentals of human resources and recruitment.
- Apply UK recruitment legislation throughout the hiring process.
- Manage candidates and interviews effectively and professionally.
- Apply performance appraisal and employee relations principles.
- Support employee training, development, and motivation effectively.
- Manage workplace conflict and employee termination appropriately.
- Apply core professional skills, including communication and time management.
Key Features of This Course
- Accredited by CPD QS and endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) at Level 7.
- Covers the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment to termination.
- Includes dedicated modules on UK recruitment legislation and compliance.
- Self-paced online learning, accessible anytime from any device.
- No prior experience or qualifications required to enrol.
- Comprehensive course length of over nine hours across 21 modules.
Assessment & Certification
Training Format
This human resources education course is delivered through structured, self-paced audio visual modules that learners can work through in their own time. The flexible format means there are no live sessions or fixed timetables, making it accessible to those balancing study with work or other commitments.
Assessment
A mock exam, based on multiple-choice questions, is completed first.
A final exam, also multiple-choice, must then be passed for the CPD QS certificate.
A written assignment must be submitted to receive the QLS-endorsed certificate.
Learners can choose which certification route suits their needs.
Certification Options
CPD QS Certificate
PDF certificate available for £9.
Printed hard copy available for £15.
Issued by CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS), a widely recognised UK accreditation body.
QLS Endorsed Certificate (Level 7)
Endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme (QLS), a nationally recognised UK quality assurance body.
Requires submission of a written assignment for assessment.
Available as a hard copy for £129, with an additional £10 postage charge for international students.
Endorsement
This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an acknowledged lesson. One Education will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example, progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this human resources education course. It's open to anyone with a basic understanding of English, numeracy, and IT, regardless of prior HR or management experience.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for:
- Individuals looking to start a career in human resources.
- Existing HR staff wanting to formalise their knowledge with a Level 7 endorsement.
- Recruitment professionals wanting a stronger understanding of UK legislation.
- Managers and team leaders responsible for people management.
- Career changers interested in moving into HR or recruitment.
Career Opportunities
- HR Assistant: £20k to £26k/year
- Recruitment Consultant: £22k to £32k/year
- HR Officer: £25k to £34k/year
- HR Business Partner: £35k to £50k/year
- HR Manager: £40k to £60k/year
Note: Salary figures are indicative only. Actual earnings may vary depending on experience, location, employer, and professional qualifications. Completion of this course does not guarantee employment or a specific salary level.
Why People Choose One Education for Their Career
Thousands of learners trust One Education to support their professional development, and their feedback speaks for itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Human Resource Management course recognised in the UK?
Yes, the course is accredited by CPD QS and endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) at Level 7, both widely recognised UK quality assurance bodies, though it isn’t a regulated qualification on its own.
What does a human resource manager do?
An HR manager oversees recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and workplace policy, acting as the link between an organisation’s staff and its wider business objectives.
What qualifications do you need to work in HR?
There’s no single mandatory qualification, though relevant training and CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) qualifications are widely recognised and often expected for career progression.
How much does an HR manager earn in the UK?
HR manager salaries typically range from £40k to £60k per year, depending on experience, seniority, and whether the role is generalist or specialist, with HR salaries more broadly ranging from £20k to £60k across junior to senior positions.
What is a human resource management system (HRMS)?
An HRMS is software used by organisations to manage HR functions such as payroll, recruitment, employee records, and performance tracking in one centralised system.
How long does it take to complete the course?
This human resources education course takes approximately 9 hours and 18 minutes to complete, including mock and final assessments.
Course Curriculum
| Module 1: Introduction to Human Resources | |||
| Introduction to Human Resources | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 2: An Overview of the Recruitment Industry | |||
| An Overview of the Recruitment Industry | 00:26:00 | ||
| Module 3: The UK Recruitment Legislation | |||
| The UK Recruitment Legislation | 00:19:00 | ||
| Module 4: The Recruitment Process | |||
| The Recruitment Process | 00:47:00 | ||
| Module 5: Negotiation Techniques | |||
| Negotiation Techniques | 00:18:00 | ||
| Module 6: Key Performance Indicators for the Recruitment Industry | |||
| Key Performance Indicators for the Recruitment Industry | 00:25:00 | ||
| Module 7: Employee Training and Development Process | |||
| Employee Training and Development Process | 00:24:00 | ||
| Module 8: Candidate Management | |||
| Candidate Management | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 9: Candidate Interview Processes | |||
| Candidate Interview Processes | 00:24:00 | ||
| Module 10: Managing Meetings and Giving Feedback | |||
| Managing Meetings and Giving Feedback | 01:29:00 | ||
| Module 11: Performance Appraisal Management | |||
| Performance Appraisal Management | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 12: Employee Relations | |||
| Employee Relations | 00:19:00 | ||
| Module 13: Motivation and Counselling | |||
| Motivation and Counselling | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 14: Ensuring Health and Safety at the Workplace | |||
| Ensuring Health and Safety at the Workplace | 00:19:00 | ||
| Module 15: Employer Records and Statistics | |||
| Employer Records and Statistics | 00:17:00 | ||
| Module 16: Conflict Management | |||
| Conflict Management | 00:16:00 | ||
| Module 17: Employee Termination | |||
| Employee Termination | 00:18:00 | ||
| Module 18: Organisational Skills | |||
| Organisational Skills | 00:27:00 | ||
| Module 19: Communication Skills | |||
| Communication Skills | 00:27:00 | ||
| Module 20: Stress Management | |||
| Stress Management | 00:18:00 | ||
| Module 21: Time Management | |||
| Time Management | 00:39:00 | ||
| Mock Exam | |||
| Mock Exam – HR (Human Resource) | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
| Final Exam – HR (Human Resource) | 00:20:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment – HR (Human Resource) | 3 weeks, 6 days | ||
| Order Your Certificate | |||
| Order Your Certificate QLS | 00:00:00 | ||
HR (Human Resource)