Senior People Professional Apprenticeship - Level 7

Course Description

What will you learn?

You will acquire all the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to complete this Level 7 Senior People Professional Apprenticeship through focussing on the following modules:

PART 1

Holistic People Practice and Strategy

In the first part of the programme, you will focus on developing strategic people management skills to drive organisational success. You will learn how to design and implement people approaches that align with organisational strategy, culture, and values, ensuring they support the overall vision of the organisation. Additionally, you will explore how to shape organisational culture by identifying targeted interventions that foster desired behaviours and uphold ethical standards. This part also covers analysing the employee lifecycle and ensuring that policies and practices adhere to relevant compliance requirements and regulations.

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PART 2

Leading People Plans and Resources

In Part 2, you will deepen your expertise in budget management, leveraging analytical tools to make informed, data-driven decisions that drive value for your organisation. You will also develop proficiency in strategic workforce planning, with a focus on talent management, succession planning, and effective resource allocation. Additionally, this section will explore the transformative role of technology in people practices, including how to harness digital tools to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and support organisational goals. Through this, you will gain insights into the impact of technological advancements on strategic people practices.

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PART 3

Leading Transformational Change & Professional Influence

In Part 3, you will gain valuable insights into leading change initiatives, exploring key change management methodologies to drive successful organisational transformation. You will focus on integrating diversity and inclusion into organisational practices, ensuring these values are embedded in everyday decision-making. Additionally, this section will enhance your stakeholder management skills. You will learn to use consulting tools effectively, enabling you to influence senior leadership with clarity. You will also develop the skills to design impactful coaching and mentoring programmes, fostering a culture of growth and development that promotes fairness, inclusivity, and alignment with organisational goals.

Learning modules include:

Specialist Pathway

Choose your preference

Three specialist pathways are available to complete your learning journey.

OPTION 1

Human Resources

In this option, you will address complex HR challenges by selecting, implementing, and evaluating wellbeing and engagement initiatives, critically assess remuneration & benefits and performance management approaches to ensure they meet organisational needs while promoting inclusivity and diversity. Through strategic and ethical decision-making, you will drive HR excellence. Additionally, you will apply specific legislation and current case law, evaluating their impact on HR practices and assessing how employment legal decisions shape employee relations strategy, policy, and practice within your organisation.

Learning modules include:

OPTION 2

Learning and Development

In this option, you will focus on crafting and implementing learning and development strategies that align with organisational goals. You’ll create L&D plans using learning design principles, analyse data to measure impact, and apply adult learning theories to improve organisational learning approaches. You’ll also develop coaching and mentoring programmes, embedding a culture of learning and continuous improvement. Finally, you will master complex facilitation techniques, applying them to foster collaboration, sensemaking, and planning within your organisation, while promoting diversity and inclusion in all L&D practices.

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OPTION 3

Organisational Development

In this option, you will focus on implementing organisational development models and applying principles to drive cultural change within your organisation. You’ll lead organisational redesign efforts, applying theories and models to restructure roles and improve processes. You will also explore systemic thinking, using this approach to evaluate and enhance organisational design. Finally, you will manage cultural change initiatives by selecting and applying change methodologies and tools, ensuring your strategies are aligned with organisational goals.

Learning modules include:

Included in People Professional Apprenticeship

All of our courses include these key elements, ensuring every learner benefits from the best experience.

1:1 Business
coaching

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Applied
learning

A comprehensive introduction to key managerial roles and responsibilities, and develop the core skills and knowledge required for a successful career in management.

Unlimited
workshops

Sessions are available across a broad range of subjects, including: emotional intelligence, values based leadership, project scoping, delegating, time management and many more.

Leadership
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Free access to our Leadership in action webinar series. Join inspiring leaders from around the world as they share their thoughts on some of the most important leadership topics of the day.

Accredited
qualifications

KnowledgeBrief is a Strategic Partner with the Chartered Management Institute and all learners receive a CMI certificate as part of their management apprenticeship course.

Business
Library

Our Business in brief library condenses the knowledge you need into easily understood formats. With over 500 of the most effective business techniques included with every course.

Off the job
learning

A comprehensive introduction to key managerial roles and responsibilities, and develop the core skills and knowledge required for a successful career in management.

NUS Apprentice
Card

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Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions.

Level 7 Senior People Professional Apprenticeship curriculum is designed for experienced leaders responsible for driving strategic people practices across organisations of any size and sector.

Am I eligible to take this course?

You need:

To have the right to work in the UK
To have lived in the UK continuously for the past 3 years
At least a grade of 4/C GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English
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

How am I assessed?

The programme concludes with an End Point Assessment which is run by an independent End Point Assessment Organisation. It involves two methods of assessment, which can be delivered in any order:

1) Professional discussion underpinned by portfolio

120 minutes discussion with an independent assessor with reference to the portfolio of evidence.
Minimum of 10 competency-based questions

2) Written project proposal with presentation

7,000-word project proposal agreed with the employer and End Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO)
20 minute presentation of report
40 minute Q&A with a minimum of 8 questions

Am I able to use the Apprenticeship Levy?

The Level 7 senior people professional apprenticeship standard is costed at £19,000.

If your organisation pays the Apprenticeship Levy tax then the full programme costs can be paid via your Apprenticeship Levy funds.

If you do not pay the Apprenticeship Levy tax and would like to increase the leadership and management capabilities in your organisation, the Government will fund 95% of the programme cost with the organisation co-investing the remaining 5% (350 or 25 per month).

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Sally Kee

"The apprenticeship has greatly enhanced my understanding of strategic work and how different areas of the organisation operate. It has boosted my confidence to ask questions and take on senior-level tasks. Studying has pushed me out of my comfort zone, showing me my capabilities and improving my overall performance."

Lauren Mitchell

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"This course improved my performance by helping me create strategies, demonstrate values, develop my team, identify growth areas, and gain leadership principles like communication, conflict resolution, and strategic thinking, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to strengthen their leadership abilities and make an impact."

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

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"I recommend anyone who is in a management or leadership role to take the course. It’s both challenging and rewarding and can only augment your existing knowledge and skills. You will grow as a leader if you take this course."

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What will you learn?

Holistic People Practice and Strategy

Learning modules include:

Leading People Plans and Resources

Learning modules include:

Leading Transformational Change & Professional Influence

Learning modules include:

Choose your preference

Human Resources

Learning modules include:

Learning and Development

Learning modules include:

Organisational Development

Learning modules include:

Included in People Professional Apprenticeship

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Sally Kee

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Steven Hill

Steven Hill

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Wesley Maguire

Wali Rahman

Emily Moor

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