Course overview
The CIPD Level 5 Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development will deepen your understanding of core L&D principles. You will cover topics such as learning & development design, performance-focused learning, and evidence-based practice, providing you with the knowledge and skills to advance to managerial L&D roles. Successfully completing this course will lead to CIPD Associate Membership, opening up your path to develop your career and continue studying at Advanced Level.
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
Duration study load
On average it takes 9 to 12 months to complete
Entry requirements
Aside from being aged 21 or over, there aren’t any formal entry requirements for this course. However, you should be able to meet the requirements of the learning outcomes and have the literacy and numeracy skills needed to complete the course.
Course features
- Interest-free affordable payment plans with low deposits to help you get CIPD qualified without breaking the bank.
- 100% online or blended learning programmes so you can choose the learning style that suits you.
- No exams, removing the stress of revision or planning it around a busy schedule.
- Free live Q&A webinars for additional support.
- The free DPG Professional Development Community, providing access to thousands of other learners and industry experts to support you on your CIPD journey.
- Handpicked expert tutors carefully selected based on their subject knowledge, recent industry experience, and ability to inspire you to achieve your goals.
- Immediate starts, so there’s no waiting around, you can start building your future today!
Assessment
You’ll complete written assignments for each module and submit them online to be marked by our assessors. CIPD will review all your assignments before awarding your qualification.
Who's it for?
The Associate Diploma is right for you if you’re currently working in, or aiming for, a mid-level L&D role. That could include positions like:
- L&D Manager
- L&D Advisor
- L&D Specialist
- Training Manager
If you’re just starting out in the people profession, take a look at the CIPD Foundation Certificate. Looking for a more senior role? Check out the CIPD Advanced Diploma.
Subjects
This qualification is perfect for deepening your understanding of L&D.
All topics are aligned with the Associate Level of the CIPD Profession Map so you can be sure that everything you learn will be useful, relevant, and respected at work.
It consists of 3 core units, 3 specialist units, and your choice of 1 optional unit:
- Optional unit 1: Specialist employment law
- Optional unit 2: Advances in digital learning and development
- Optional unit 3: Learning and development essentials
- Optional unit 4: People management in an international context
- Optional unit 5: Diversity and inclusion
- Optional unit 6: Leadership management development
- Optional unit 7: Well-being at work
About DPG
DPG has been providing training in Human Resources and Learning & Development for over 30 years.
As a fully approved CIPD provider, with more than 25,000 successful students, we’re committed to helping you build the future you deserve.
Our core purpose forms part of the DPG Difference – which you’ll see in every interaction you have with us before, during and after your programme.
Learning with DPG is easy, and with a choice of 100% online or blended learning programmes you can pick a learning style that suits you or your team.
Our tutors are experienced professionals with current industry knowledge. This gives you access to highly skilled people and a glimpse of what a better future could look like for you or your company.
So why wait? Upgrade your career and transform your department with a professional qualification from DPG.
