Empowering the Future of HR: How CMS Apprenticeships and CIPD HR-inform are Supporting Organisations and Developing Talent

In today’s fast-moving and ever-changing workplace, having a workforce that is skilled in people management isn’t just a benefit, it’s a business necessity. Whether you’re a growing organisation looking to build a professional HR function, or an established business wanting to develop internal talent, CMS Vocational Training offers a range of CIPD-approved HR apprenticeships designed to support your goals.

Develop Your Team with Industry-Recognised HR Apprenticeships

CMS delivers a full suite of HR programmes, each aligned to the CIPD framework and recognised across the profession. These include:

Level 3 HR Support
Ideal for entry-level HR professionals, administrators, or those stepping into their first HR role.
Level 5 People Professional
Designed for those with experience in HR, looking to move into advisory or business partnering roles.
Level 7 Senior People Professional
Perfect for senior HR professionals or managers preparing for strategic leadership roles in people management.

Each programme provides learners with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to thrive in HR roles, and help apply theory to practice so they have a positive impact and outcome on the organisation.

Benefits to Your Organisation

Investing in HR apprenticeships isn’t just about individual development, they bring tangible benefits across your organisation:

Strengthen your HR capability with skilled professionals who can manage compliance, performance, wellbeing, and organisational change.
Improve retention by offering development pathways for existing staff, demonstrating a commitment to internal growth.
Enhance recruitment by working with CMS to bring in fresh talent who are trained to meet your business’s specific needs from day one.
Maximise value through funded apprenticeship programmes, reducing training costs while delivering strategic benefit.

Expert Support from CMS

CMS Vocational Training is more than a training provider—we’re a strategic partner. We work closely with employers to:

Identify the right apprenticeship for your team or business
Recruit new staff through our apprenticeship matching service
Deliver expert-led, flexible training that fits around your operational needs
Guide and support learners and line managers throughout the apprenticeship journey

All our HR programmes are fully CIPD approved, meaning your staff are not only gaining practical, job-ready skills, but also working toward internationally recognised professional qualifications.

Added Value: Free Access to CIPD HR-inform Lite

As part of our CIPD provision, CMS can provide all CMS learners and employer partners free access to CIPD HR-inform Lite, the UK’s most trusted HR information platform. This powerful tool is used by over 12,000 professionals and provides:

Daily HR news and legal updates
Over 200 summaries on key employment law topics
Toolkits on everything from wellbeing to performance management
In-depth guidance and hundreds of Q&As on real workplace challenges
A full webinar library on topical HR issues

Register for free here

Upgrade with an exclusive CMS discount

CMS learners and employers also benefit from 50% off CIPD HR-inform Pro, which includes:

Unlimited employment law helpline
2,000+ resources
1,500+ downloadable templates
Explained case law, tools, and practical guides to streamline compliance

Register here

Build Your HR Capability Today

Whether you’re investing in your current team or seeking new talent, CMS can help you create a more effective, informed, and future-ready HR function. With CIPD-accredited training, expert support, and access to CIPD HR-inform, there’s never been a better time to upskill your people professionals.

To find out more, contact CMS Vocational Training on 01924 470 477, email info@cmsvoc.co.uk or book a call with a CMS advisor now.