Further Training

There is further professional training available including working towards qualifications from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).

REC Qualifications include:

• Certificate in Recruitment Practice – suitable for people who are new to the recruitment industry.
• Diploma in Recruitment Practice – suitable for recruitment consultants who have about a years experience.

Foundation Degree and BA (Hons) degree in Recruitment Practice. – suitable for experienced recruitment consultants who are looking for a long term career within the industry.

CIPD qualifications include:

• Level 3 Certificate in Recruitment and Selection
• NVQ Level 3 in Recruitment.

Some of these courses are available as short fast-track courses at study centres around the UK, or via distance learning. Both the REC and CIPD also offer a range of other short courses to help your professional development throughout your career.