Education Development International (EDI) is nationally recognised organisation specialised in providing vocational learning certification.
On completion of the course you will be able to enter for the optional EDI Level 2 Certificate in Personnel Skills.
Unit 1: Records, Records, Systems and IT
- Initiating and maintaining accurate records
- Manual and computerised systems
- IT software and application in personnel
- Data Protection act 1998
- Email and use of the internet within personnel
Unit 2: Recruitment and Selection
- The importance of recruitment and selection
- Overview - recruitment process
- Selection process and making an offer
- Induction Evaluation
Unit 3: Personal Development
- Introduction
- Self-development in the workplace
- Negotiations, and influence
- Time management
- Continuing professional development
Unit 4. Employee Relations
- Managing employee relations
- Interviewing skills
- Staff motivation
- Workplace communications
- Appraisal
- Grievances in the workplace
- Disciplinary matters
- Employee involvement
Unit 5. Legislation in Personnel
- Civil law
- Employee protection rights
- Trade unions and redundancy
- Other legislation
You will be required to complete and submit various assignments during the course. You personal tutor can then assess your progress and provide you with helpful feedback.
The Certificate in Personnel Skills is divided into 5 logical units and is designed to progressively introduce you to the various aspects of HR and Personnel. You will be able to assess your progress throughout the duration of the course.
It is estimated that the course will require approximately 80 hours of study to complete. You do not need any prior subject knowledge to start the Certificate in Personnel Skills.
