HR Career Insights: Virtual Work Experience with CIPD and Springpod

Job sector: Business, Administration & Consulting

Overview:

Embark on a virtual journey into the dynamic world of Human Resources (HR) with the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and Springpod. All companies run on the power of their people and a career in HR is a fantastic way to make a real impact on the world. This engaging program offers a comprehensive overview of HR roles, career pathways, and essential qualifications. Dive into exciting webinars featuring industry experts, complete quizzes and activities to enhance your knowledge, and emerge from this experience well-equipped for a successful career in the people profession. Join us in unraveling the intricacies of HR and discovering the keys to bringing out the best in people!

What’s Included:

In this virtual work experience programme, you’ll explore the ins and outs of the HR sector! From discovering more about exciting careers in HR to finding what qualifications you’ll need to succeed, you’ll emerge from this programme a people-pro! You’ll build your knowledge by watching webinars with leading industry experts and completing quizzes and activities - so get your thinking caps ready!

What's covered in this Virtual Work Experience

Introduction to HR and Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)

In this module, we’ll introduce you to our partner, the CIPD, the professional body for all aspects of HR. We’ll dive into what the CIPD do, why they do it, and how their services and frameworks, such as the CIPD Profession Map, support the career development of HR professionals. We’ll also discover what the HR profession entails, the various sectors where HR professionals utilise their skills, and learn why HR is a complex yet highly-rewarding and lucrative sector!

The Role of HR

This module is a deep dive into the role of HR! You’ll explore just how diverse a position in HR can be, the vital role of HR in the employee lifecycle, and what skills you’ll need to become a successful HR professional. You’ll also listen to a representative from the CIPD discuss exciting career pathways and opportunities open to students; this is an excellent chance to ask any questions you may have about the HR sector!

Employee Experience

Are you passionate about making a difference? In this module, you’ll learn how HR can make a positive impact by providing a safe, supportive environment for employees to blossom. You’ll learn about the latest trends in people support, such as flexible working and wellbeing initiatives, and look at employee experience in context with the CIPD’s Good Work Index. Sound interesting?

Impacting & Supporting Businesses

HR doesn’t only transform employees' lives, but it’s also super beneficial to businesses! In this module, you’ll learn how HR professionals can enhance a company’s overall performance by assisting managers in retaining and engaging employees, as well as helping businesses adapt to the ever-changing employment landscape.

Getting into the People Profession

If you’ve enjoyed this programme, you’ll be excited to learn this module is all about pathways into HR! We’ll dive into career pathways and explore the qualifications you’ll need to secure a position in this discipline. From CIPD qualificationsto apprenticeships and Graduate Development Programmes, you can get your foot on the HR ladder in several ways!

Employability

Are you interested in pursuing a career in HR? Fantastic! This module will go into detail about the necessary transferable skills to succeed in this profession. You’ll learn how to craft a killer CV and cover letter, as well as our top tips and tricks to ace an interview. With this module, you'll be well on your way to achieving your career goals in no time!

Award: Certificate of completion
Programme dates: 13 November 2023 - 31 October 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

I have a question about my application or programme eligibility

When will I hear back if I have been successful with my application?

Once you have applied for your programme, you will receive a confirmation email. You will be notified about the outcome of your application via email at least 3 days before the programme start date. Good luck!

Can I apply to multiple programmes?

Yes, you can sign up to multiple programmes with us. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any potential clashes.

Who can take part in the programme? (Age limits, some programmes have location constraints but most don’t etc.)

Most of our programmes require students to be in school/college. Some programmes require students to be based in specific regions of the UK, this is stipulated by the organisations themselves, and is not defined by Springpod.

However, the ages mentioned on our programmes are more of a guideline than a strict limit. As such, we more than welcome older students to apply as well!

I have a question about my assignment

How long does it take for assignments to be reviewed?

Assignments can take up to a week or longer to review and be marked complete. Rest assured, it will be reviewed soon and your certificate will be generated once your programme has been marked as complete.

What do I do if I upload the wrong file?

If you make a mistake when uploading a file, please email hello@springpod.com. We will be able to make a note on our system. Don’t worry, the outcome of your programme will not be affected by this.

I have a question about the programme dates, deadline or workload

How long will I have to complete this programme?

There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).

When does the programme start?

Our programmes have various start dates, you can find the exact date on the programme website page. These are available here: https://www.springpod.com/virtual-work-experience/search

You will be notified if your application has been successful, 3 days before the programme start date.

What happens if I can't finish the work experience in time?

All programme material will remain accessible after the end date of the programme. Students can continue to work through their programme after the official end date. Although, if possible, we would strongly encourage students to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions.

How much work is required for these programmes? (Will I be able/should I complete more than one programme at a time)?

There is around 10 hours worth of work in total, spread across a two week period. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any work whenever possible.

When do the programmes run? (programme structure etc.)

Once you have access, you can view and complete the material as and when you can, within the time frame of the course in question (for example, within a two week period). In total, there is around 10 hours worth of work. The live talks will take place during weekday working hours. However, all live talks will be available as recordings and the courses can be completed at your own convenience. . There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).

I have a question about the live talks

What happens if I can't make a live talk/webinar?

All live talks will be available as recordings. You can access these at the same link used to access the live event. So don’t worry if you can’t attend a live webinar, a recording will be available for you to access through your programme within 24 hours of the live event finishing.

What software is required for the live talks?

We use a piece of software called BigMarker. It is a cloud based video hosting software. It requires no installations or downloads on your end, and will provide everything you need to join the live webinars through one simple link.

Will I be able to ask questions/do I have to have my microphone on?

You will have a chance to ask questions at the end of each webinar. These questions are typed out and then read to the presenter by the host of the live talk. There is no need to speak, and all student microphones will be muted for the duration of the live webinar.

I have a question about the certificate

Will I receive a certificate on completion of the programme?

You will receive a certificate on completion of your programme. It will be made available to download whenever your programme is marked as complete.