CIPD L5 PM — CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management
IntermediateActiveEstablished
CIPD qualifications are delivered by approved centres (price set by provider, typically GBP 2k–8k); passing a qualification gives eligibility for a membership grade (Foundation/Associate). Chartered Member/Fellow are membership grades, reached by upgrading from Level 7 or via CIPD Experience Assessment, not by a separate exam.
Issuer
CIPD
Industry
HR & Learning
Domain
Global & Regional HR
Level
Intermediate
Exam fee
Set by approved provider (GBP)
Prerequisites & eligibility
Training: Study with a CIPD-approved centre (12–16 months)
Renewal & maintenance
Valid for 1 year. Renew by cpd.
Membership grade is kept by paying the annual CIPD subscription and committing to continuing professional development (CPD) under the CIPD Code of Conduct; the qualification itself does not expire
Recognition
Standard UK HR practitioner/advisor qualification; leads to Associate membership
Related certifications
CHRE HRPA Certified Human Resources Executive (Ontario)
CIPD L7 PM CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management