Student Stories & Blog

CIPD Student Stories: Claire Silva

From Childcare to Human Resources, Claire made a career switch and enrolled on the Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management. Find out how she got on in her story.

An Online Learning Guide For New Students: Getting Started

Have you recently enrolled on a course and looking for some tips, tricks and advice to get you started? If so, read our Online Learning Guide for New Students!

5 Reasons Why You Should Use a Financial Adviser

Struggling to navigate the confusing world of finance? Here are five reasons that you should consider using a financial adviser.

Office Xmas Night Out Attire (The Weird & Wonderful)

It's work Xmas night out season, a chance to let loose and enjoy the festive season with your colleagues, but with that comes the question: "What will I wear?". This blog looks at the weird and wonderful of festive night out attire, to help you put a professionally appropriate outfit together.

AAT Student Stories: Rachel Hayes | AAT Level 2 & 3 Review

Rachel is enjoying studying her AAT Level 2 Certificate & Level 3 Diploma with ICS Learn. Find out more about her journey so far in her student story.

An HR Guide to Dealing with Sexual Harassment at Work

What can HR professionals do to improve their practice when it comes to handling sexual harassment in the workplace? We provide some tips in this blog.

CIPD Student Stories: Carys Jones | CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma

Carys was required to gain her CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma within 3 years by her employer, find out how she is getting on in her course in her student story.

Skills-based vs Experienced Based CVs: Which is Better?

Struggling to write your CV, or not sure of what CV is best suited to you? In this blog we explore the pros and cons of the Skills-based and Experienced-based CV, including how-to guides on how to write your own!

CIPD Student Stories: Lucy Johnson | CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma

Switching from Education to L&D, Lucy is completing her Level 5 Associate Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development and has secured a new role. Find out more about her experience in her student story.

Career Transitions: From Paraplanner to Financial Adviser

Career transitions can often be challenging to navigate, but transitioning from a Paraplanner to a Financial Adviser is one that simply makes sense, having similar skills and competencies. This blog highlights what steps can be taken to allow for a smooth career transition.