Business Apprenticeships

People Professional

Level 5

People Professional Apprenticeship Standard

Level 5

People Professional Apprenticeship Standard

For professionals looking to strengthen expertise in people practice
Develop evidence-based approaches to people and organisational decisions
Build confidence in stakeholder influence, policy and workforce support
Interpret people data and contribute to organisational performance initiatives

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Course Overview

This course will provide learners with valuable skills in people practice, stakeholder influence, policy application, data interpretation and organisational support. By strengthening these capabilities, you will be able to contribute more confidently to people initiatives, advise on workforce issues and support managers in delivering effective, inclusive and compliant people solutions. You will also build specialist expertise in human resources, enabling you to add greater value in your role and support long-term organisational success.

What You Will Achieve

Showcase your professional expertise with these in-demand qualifications.

People Professional Certificate

KnowledgeBrief Management School

People Professional Certificate

Skills England

L5 Associate Diploma in People Management

Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development

Associate Membership Eligibility

The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development

Integrated CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management

Build Your People Profession Expertise

The Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management is a recognised qualification that will help you develop and demonstrate the capability to operate as a confident and effective people professional. Successful completion will lead to CIPD Associate Membership.

The qualification brings together practical, workplace-focused topics such as:

Organisational performance and culture (Core unit)
Evidence-based practice (Core unit)
Employment relationship management (HR unit)
Talent management and workforce planning (HR unit)

Reward, wellbeing, employment law and digital learning (HR unit)
Professional behaviours and valuing people (Part of End Point Assessment)
Leadership and Management Development (Specialist unit)

What You Will Learn

This programme is divided into four parts, each with multiple learning cycles focused on key areas of development. These cycles build on one another to deepen learning and encourage reflection on real-world application. You will develop practical capability in evidence-based people practice, organisational support, stakeholder engagement and specialist people expertise.

Explore organisational performance, structures and workplace culture.
Understand how external influences affect people decisions and practices.
Develop evidence-based approaches using data, insight and benchmarking.
Build confidence in supporting sound people recommendations and business decisions.

Develop expertise in employment relationship management.
Apply specialist employment law within organisational contexts.
Support managers in handling people issues and policy application.
Ensure people practices align with legal and organisational requirements.

Support workforce planning and long-term people performance.
Explore talent management and workforce development approaches.
Understand how reward supports contribution and organisational performance.
Develop commercially informed approaches to attracting and retaining people.

Develop professional behaviours and people-focused values.
Strengthen confidence in applying professional standards in practice.
Prepare effectively for End Point Assessment activities.
Demonstrate knowledge, skills and behaviours with confidence.

Is This Programme the Right Fit for You?

Yes, all of our programmes are designed to fit around your current role while supporting meaningful development in the workplace:

Designed to fit around your current job responsibilities.
Combines on-the-job learning with structured off-the-job training.
Directly aligned to your real workplace challenges and responsibilities.
Includes regular progress reviews and feedback sessions.
Provides personalised one-to-one support throughout the programme.

You need:

To have the right to work in the UK.
To have lived in the UK continuously for the past 3 years.
To have not previously studied the course content.
To not undertake any other qualification during your apprenticeship.
To be able to apply your learning to your role.

Level 7 apprenticeships are government funded for apprentices aged under 22 at the start of their training.
Apprentices aged under 25 may also be fully funded if they have an Education, Health and Care plan and/or have been, or are, in the care of their local authority.
If you would like to confirm eligibility or explore how this programme can support your organisation, our team will guide you through the next steps. Contact us today.

You can start your apprenticeship with us at any time that suits you and your employer:

We offer monthly start dates throughout the year to provide flexibility.
Your start date will be agreed in partnership with your employer.
Onboarding begins once eligibility and funding checks are complete.
You will receive a structured induction before formal learning begins.
We work with you to ensure a smooth and timely start.

Once the programme is complete, you will be assessed through the End Point Assessment (EPA) by an independent, accredited organisation.

End Point Assessment (EPA)

Once the programme is complete, you will be assessed through the End Point Assessment (EPA) conducted by an independent, approved assessment organisation.

The results from all assessment components are combined to determine the overall apprenticeship grade: Fail, Pass, Merit or Distinction.

Presentation with Questioning

20-minute presentation delivered to an independent assessor
Followed by 30 minutes of questioning
Minimum of 6 questions
Based on an approved 500-word presentation scoping brief submitted at gateway

Professional Discussion with Portfolio of Evidence

75-minute professional discussion with an independent assessor
Supported by a portfolio of evidence developed during the programme
Minimum of 7 questions

Integrated Assignment

Completion of the CIPD assignment for unit 5CO03
Typically submitted by week 6 of the EPA period
Assessed as part of the integrated End Point Assessment process

Designed to Help You Learn,
Apply and Succeed

Our bespoke learning platform gives you a personalised space to study with clarity and purpose. It helps you see what matters, understand why and apply your learning in real workplace situations. With tailored guidance, clear insight and a seamless experience, your journey is focused, achievable and connected to meaningful impact.

Personalised, relevant learning

KBPro LXP tailors content to your goals and context, guiding you through clear, practical steps that help to build confidence and capability.

Real, evidence-based content

Every unit, activity, and resource is grounded in proven research and applied practice, giving you insight that you can use immediately in your role.

Learning that adapts with you

KBPro provides a learning journey that grows with you, offering timely prompts, supportive guidance, and the right content at the right moment.

Unlimited workshops

Enjoy ongoing access to engaging, expert-led workshops. Each session combines practical learning with opportunities to collaborate, discuss, and apply new ideas.

Guidance that drives real impact

Personalised coaching that supports, advises and challenges you to reach your goals. Skills Coaches connect your learning to your role and key priorities.

Leaders in Action Masterclasses

Free access to our Leadership in Action webinar series. Join inspiring leaders worldwide as they share thoughts on today’s most important modern leadership topics.

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Accredited by CIPD, The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development

Our People Professional programme is accredited by CIPD, the professional body for HR, learning and development, and organisation development. This recognition signals that the programme meets rigorous professional benchmarks and reflects the highest level of industry trust. For learners, it brings credibility, confidence, and a clear pathway to recognised professional standing. It also assures employers that their leaders are developing skills that are current, relevant, and aligned with the expectations of a respected chartered body.

Reliability You Can Count On

For clients and learners, our Good Ofsted rating is a clear measure of performance. It shows that our delivery is dependable and that our learning experience consistently drives real improvement. Learners progress with confidence through structured support. Coaches bring clarity and challenge. Our systems and quality assurance give organisations a partner they can trust.

If you want to work with a provider that delivers consistent quality and real progress, we are ready to support your goals. Let’s explore how we can help your people grow with confidence.

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Trusted by Over 700 Organisations
and More than 2,000 Learners

“The apprenticeship has profoundly impacted my personal and professional development, boosting my confidence through real-world challenges and mentorship. It provided practical experience, improved my skills, advanced my career, and doors to new opportunities.”

Atis Klavins

Factory Supervisor

“KnowledgeBrief offered excellent support with accessible coaches and regular check-ins. The apprenticeship helped me grow in my role, understand the wider business, and improve problem-solving and leadership skills. Completing it has given me confidence and a strong foundation for future career growth.”

Edward Roots

Remarketing Sales Executive

“Completing my apprenticeship with KnowledgeBrief transformed my skills, confidence, and opened doors to new career opportunities. The tailored support was excellent, and I highly recommend this programme for anyone looking to develop their career with recognised qualifications.”

Samuel Nichols

Recruitment Consultant

“We’ve just gone through annual reviews and, if I look at ratings from last year to this year, we have more excellent performers in our leadership team.”

Deborah Richardson

Training Manager

“KnowledgeBrief are best in class for their Leadership and Management training, highly professional and extremely knowledgeable coaches.”

Shelly Larsen-McHugh

Early in Careers Programme Manager

“My Apprenticeship through Wiltshire Council with KnowledgeBrief has enabled me to have a wider understanding of management principles. The guidance given was invaluable in enabling me to obtain my chartered management qualification with Distinction.”

Diane Ware CMgr MCMI, I.Eng FIHE

Principal Technical Officer (highways)

“Throughout the course, I was guided and supported by skilled Skills Coaches and attended informative workshops. By gaining my CMI qualification in Leadership and Management, I have been able to advance my career to the next level.”

Linda Drew

Assistant Team Manager

“It doesn’t matter what stage you are at in your Leadership or Management career, a Level 3 or 5 course will make you a better leader.”

Andy Blackstock

Head of Operations

“The Skills Coaches (who are our learners’ main point of contact) are delightful, always happy to help, engaging and provide the right level of support and advice to ensure their success.”

Wali Rahman

Organisational Development Officer

“The course has been fantastic and with the knowledge and frameworks you learn and can directly apply in your day job, you will become better at what you do.”