Human Resources Blog
9 Ways to Keep Your People - and Keep Them Happy - in Tough Times
Our recent whitepaper, shares nine proven retention strategies every HR professional should know to keep teams engaged, motivated, and thriving
02 October 2025 - 2 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Dan Taplin | CIPD Level 7 Diploma
Determined to future-proof his HR career, Dan chose the CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma to develop the strategic skills needed for senior HR roles.
01 October 2025 - 2 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Megan Thomas | CIPD Level 5 Diploma
Megan values the flexibility of online learning, fitting study around her schedule. She aims to complete the Level 5 Associate Diploma and progress to the Level 7 Advanced Diploma.
29 September 2025 - 2 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Lamia Abdulhoisin | CIPD Level 3 Certificate
From teacher to HR officer, Lamia was recommended ICS Learn by a friend, and is completing her Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice.
25 September 2025 - 2 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Anne-Marie Evans | CIPD Level 5 Diploma
Anne-Marie was skeptical about online learning, having previously preferred a classroom environment. However, has she changed her mind? Spolier: yes.
22 September 2025 - 2 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Nileena Sultana | CIPD Level 5 Diploma
Nileena is already 75% through her CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management, made easier with the option to study 100% online!
12 September 2025 - 3 min read
Let's Talk About Men's Mental Health
Let's explore the unique challenges men face when it comes to mental health, the role of gender stereotypes, and how we can help break the silence.
22 April 2026 - 3 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Roxana Muntean | CIPD Level 5 Diploma
Find out more about how studying a CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management helped Roxana advance my HR career at Northamptonshire County Council.
03 September 2025 - 2 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Jodie Varcoe | CIPD Level 5 Diploma
Jodie was keen to pursue a fully-accredited qualification and so opted for the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management. Read more about her experience of online learning.
29 August 2025 - 2 min read
CIPD Student Stories: Kimberley Amaya | CIPD Level 3 Certificate
Kimberley studied the Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice and found the tutor support to be particularly useful as she completed her assignments. Read her story here.
28 August 2025 - 2 min read
