Online training course

Introduction to Human Resources

An introduction to the essential principles of HR, including employee relations and recruitment etc.
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Overview

Every employer makes decisions about people long before it builds a formal HR function. Recruitment, performance conversations and employee relations already shape whether the organisation can grow well. This course gives learners a concise view of that operating system. It connects workforce planning with the practical moments that define the employee lifecycle.

Why this Training Matters for your Organisation
People processes become costly when they are improvised or inconsistent. A foundation in HR helps managers understand when structure is needed and where specialist support should enter. The course makes core HR responsibilities easier to navigate for organisations developing their management capability. It supports better-informed decisions across hiring and performance.
Who Should Attend
This introduction is designed for employees moving closer to people responsibility. It is a strong fit for:
  • New HR administrators building foundational knowledge.
  • Line managers handling recruitment or appraisals.
  • Business owners formalising people processes.

Certification, CPD, and Records

Passing the course adds an instant digital credential to the learner’s record and contributes 2 recognised CPD points.

Course Content and Learning Outcomes

The learning follows key points in the employee lifecycle and the organisational purpose behind them. Topics include:

  • HR functions and their place in an organisation.
  • Job analysis, recruitment and selection.
  • Performance management, appraisals and development.
  • Employee relations, discipline and termination.

Duration and Delivery

The course requires approximately one to two hours and is accessed online, including narrated lessons. The program can be altered in accordance with learner necessities, such as course components and title.

Assessment and Completion

A score of at least 80% across 20 questions completes the assessment. The online system reports the result at once and allows further submissions without extra cost.

Team and Company Bookings

Group enrolment can give emerging managers a shared understanding of people processes. It is useful for businesses moving from informal practice towards greater consistency.
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  • Give one employee a practical foundation in HR.
  • Prepare managers to make more informed people decisions.
  • £ 11 Instant online access
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