Programme Overview
24-month programme + End Point Assessment | Nationally recognised qualification
Fully funded – no cost to you as a learner. You’ll earn a salary from day one in a paid, full-time role.
This programme develops you as a strategic HR professional who supports business objectives through effective people management. You’ll gain expertise in areas such as talent attraction, employee relations, compliance, data analysis, and delivering impactful people strategies.
Who It’s For
This programme is perfect for individuals aiming to advance their HR career with a focus on influencing organisational performance through people. Whether you’re progressing from a junior HR role or seeking to broaden your HR expertise, this programme builds the skills and knowledge to operate confidently at a business partner level.
A passion for people, strong communication skills, and commercial awareness are key.
”People are the foundation of any organisation. As an HR People Professional, you’ll guide managers and leaders to create positive workplaces where everyone can thrive. This programme will equip you with the tools to influence, challenge, and lead with confidence.
Skills You’ll Build & What You’ll Learn
What You'll Learn
- Understand people management data and how to leverage it for business impact
- Know employment law, HR policies, and regulatory compliance
- Develop skills in employee relations, resourcing, total reward, organisation development, and HR operations (choose your specialism)
- Gain commercial and budgetary awareness within people functions
- Learn negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management techniques
Skills You’ll Build
- Advise and coach managers on HR policy and law application
- Analyse workforce data to identify trends and risks
- Lead and support change projects and people initiatives
- Manage complex employee relations and engagement activities
- Use technology and innovation to enhance HR processes
- Embed diversity, equity, and inclusion in all people practices
- Prioritise and manage workload to align with business objectives
Qualification & Accreditation
You’ll earn the People Professional Level 5 Apprenticeship plus the CIPD Level 5
Intermediate Diploma in Human Resource Management.
Upon completion, you can apply to become an Associate Member of the CharteredInstitute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).
Level 2 Maths & English Functional Skills can also be completed if required.
What the Programme Looks Like
A flexible, blended learning experience that fits your work commitments, supported by our Aptem learning platform.
What You Will Experience
- Monthly expert-led training sessions
- 6 hours per week of off-the-job training
- Interactive workshops with real business case studies
- 1:1 mentoring and tailored feedback
- Online study and reflective learning activities
- Structured on-the-job projects linked to your HR specialism
- Final End Point Assessment (EPA) to demonstrate your capabilities
Career Progression
Completion unlocks roles such as:
Leadership roles within HR and people functions
Further professional development towards CIPD Chartered Membership
Your Experience as a Futurist
At Diverse Futures, you’re not just starting a programme – you’re joining a movement. As a Futurist, you’ll grow in confidence, build skills that last, and be part of a community that believes in making a difference.
You’ll get access to enrichment opportunities, inspiring events, and a network of peers and alumni who’ve got your back. We’re a proud B Corp with a mission to open doors – and keep them open for those coming up behind.
With safeguarding and wellbeing built into every step, you’ll grow in a place that’s safe, supportive, and serious about your future.
Why Employers Choose Diverse Futures
Unlock your Team’s Potential:
- Apprentices bring fresh energy and enthusiasm that lifts team morale and sparks innovation.
- Hiring apprentices helps build a loyal, skilled workforce tailored to your company’s needs.
- Fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy – no extra cost to your business.
Programme-Specific Benefits:
- Develop HR professionals who align people strategies with business goals
- Strengthen employee relations and ensure compliance with employment law
- Use data-driven insights to support workforce planning and organisational change
Who Can Apply
We believe talent is everywhere but opportunity isn’t.
We back young adults from low-income, diverse, and state school-educated backgrounds to break into industries they’ve historically been excluded from. We champion those already in work, helping them grow, upskill, and thrive.
Our programmes are inclusive and open to people at different stages of life and career. If you’re ready to show up and put in the work, you’re in the right place.
Depending on the level and employer requirements, our programmes are open to:
- School leavers aged 16+ (we’ll guide you if the role requires 18+)
- Career changers
- Jobseekers
- Current employees looking to upskill
To be eligible, you must:
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Have lived in the UK or EEA for the past 3 years
- Be in a role where you can apply your learning (we can help you find one)
- Not already hold a qualification in the same subject
- Not be studying another government-funded qualification
Your training is fully funded, and you’ll earn a salary while gaining real experience in a full-time role.
- We work with employers who value character, attitude, and aptitude to learn, not just CVs.
- We unlock potential so everyone has the chance to thrive.
EPA Specialism Options
- Core HR (Employee Relations, Performance Management, Employee Engagement)
- Resourcing (Attraction to Induction processes including social media)
- Total Reward (Reward, Compensation & Benefits)
- Organisation Development (Learning & Development, Talent Management)
- HR Operations (HR service centres, technology, data/analytics)
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Key Insights
Who
This programme is perfect for individuals aiming to advance their HR career with a focus on influencing organisational performance through people.
Career Progression
Completion unlocks roles such as:
HR Business Partner • Employee Relations Advisor • Talent Manager • Reward Analyst
