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Unit details

  • Core unit
  • Level 3
  • 5 credits

Studying this unit will enable learners to understand the factors that impact on an organisation’s resourcing and talent planning activities. They will learn about the relationship between recruitment and selection by identifying the key stages in each separate but related process. The benefits to the organisation of attracting and retaining a diverse workforce will be emphasised.

They will be able to make a positive contribution to the recruitment and selection process by developing their knowledge and skills in defining and writing job descriptions, contributing to the job advertisement process, shortlisting, conducting face–to-face or telephone interviews and contributing to job offer and rejection letters. Key legislation pertaining to recruitment and selection will be covered. Finally, they will also learn more about good practice in employee induction and retention and the importance of collaborative working with other stakeholders.

This unit is suitable for persons who:

  • are aspiring to, or embarking on, a career in HR/L&D

  • are working in the field of HR/L&D in a support role and wish to develop their knowledge and skills

  • have responsibility for HR/L&D activities and decisions within an organisation without a specialist function

  • are involved in resourcing talent and recruitment and selection activities in an organisation or as a recruitment consultant.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this unit, learners will:

  • Be able to explain the factors that affect an organisation’s talent planning, recruitment and selection policy.

  • Be able to identify appropriate recruitment and selection methods.

  • Be able to contribute to the recruitment and selection interviewing process for a job role.

  • Understand the importance of effective induction.

How is This Course Assessed?

These are not traditionally taught qualifications but focus more on specific personal or organisational objectives rather than solely academic theory. Units are assessed by reviewing written work based narrative, supported by evidence. Evidence takes many forms and is compiled in a portfolio that is assessed by Reed Learning experts and verified by CIPD external verifiers before awarding the qualification. There are no exams or research projects at this level.

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