CIPD stands for Chartered Institute of Personal Development which mainly focuses on Human Resource and Learning & Development subjects. CIPD qualification is highly valuable and accepted across UK for professional HR and training practices in public, private, and charity sectors. Over the years, the certification has gained recognition in other parts of Europe as well including Ireland etc. Moreover UAE, Middle East and some parts of Asia have also started accepting CIPD qualification. There are three main levels of this qualification; Level 3 is the foundation diploma suitable for beginners in the HR field. Level 5 is the intermediate diploma of HR Learning and development eligible for professional positions at level 5 QCF- Qualifications and Credit Framework. It is equivalent to an undergraduate degree. Last is the Level 7, which is the advanced diploma equivalent to a masters/postgraduate degree.
