Human Resources Blog
Supporting Women Beyond Women's History Month
Supporting women in the workplace year-round requires more than celebrating Women’s History Month UK; it demands sustained, measurable action.
02 March 2026 - 5 min read
HR Career Spotlight: How to Become an HR Specialist
The HR industry is made up of lots of specialisms, giving professionals the opportunity to work in the area they most enjoy. Learn more about the role of an HR Specialist in this blog.
10 March 2025 - 3 min read
HR Career Spotlight: How to Become an HR Assistant
Whether you’re just starting out or transitioning from another profession, this guide will give you a comprehensive insight into what an HR assistant does, the qualifications you need, and what career progression looks like for this role.
05 January 2026 - 5 min read
Effective Recruitment Strategies: Finding and Attracting Top Talent
For companies to reach their organisational goals, having top talent is essential. However, in today's competitive job market that can prove difficult, with HR teams having to draft effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
25 March 2024 - 5 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Tessa Stocks | CIPD Level 5
After a career break, Tessa felt like she was starting her career from the bottom again. Now, after completing her HR CIPD Level 5 qualification she's "extremely hopeful for the future".
27 March 2023 - 1 min read
5 Reasons Why It's Important to Choose the Right CIPD Provider
CIPD qualifications are considered to be the highest standard of training in the people profession. This blog explores why choosing the right CIPD provider is important for your success.
08 March 2023 - 5 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Inayah Balikouzou | CIPD Level 5 Review
Inayah was eager for a career change. After much research she decided to enrol on a CIPD Level 5 Course with ICS Learn to elevate her new HR career.
27 February 2023 - 1 min read
3 Ways to Study CIPD Level 5 with ICS Learn | Infographic
Want to know how to study a CIPD Level 5 qualification? Take a look at our handy infographic to get more insight about the 3 different ways you can study the qualification.
16 February 2023 - 2 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Kristin Leineke | CIPD Level 5 Review
After moving to the UK, Kristin enrolled on a CIPD Level 5 qualification to help her get more acquainted with people practice and employment laws in the UK.
23 January 2023 - 1 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Kim Buckley | CIPD Level 5 Diploma
Kim works as a Health and Wellbeing Coordinator and is currently working towards gaining her Level 5 CIPD in People Management. Read more about her story.
05 January 2023 - 2 min read
