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Professional Diploma in Human Resources

Intake Autumn
Start Date Wednesday 23rd September 2026
Duration 10 Weeks, 1 evening per week
Learning Mode Live Online | On Campus | On Demand
Contact Hours 30
Payment Options
instalment plan available

The Diploma in Human Resources at City College Dublin is a practical, career-focused Human Resources course designed for anyone looking to build or enhance their expertise in HR management.

This comprehensive programme provides a strong foundation in contemporary HR practices, helping you develop the skills and confidence to contribute effectively within any organisation.

Whether you are starting your HR career or looking to formalise existing experience, this part-time Human Resources course offers real-world insights that can be applied immediately in the workplace. Flexible delivery allows you to study online or on campus while continuing to work.

This professional diploma is awarded by a recognised educational institution and is widely respected by employers across Ireland’s HR sector.

“It is imperative that we not only upskill ourselves and learn to embrace technological advancements, but to drive continuous understanding of how impactful our function is to the business and its strategic goals.”
— Radina Walsh

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Professional Diploma in Human Resources
On Campus

Study in a classroom environment one evening a week.

  • City centre location
  • Fully interactive limited class size
  • 10 weeks, 1 evening per week
  • Starting Wednesday 23rd September 2026
  • 6.30 to 9.30pm
  • Instalment plan available, subject to €100 handling fee
Course Locations & Pricing
Location Starting Price
Dublin 2 City Centre September 2026 995.00
Payment plans available
Live Online

Live online training with real-time instructor-student interaction.

  • Live & fully online
  • Archived for review
  • 10 Weeks, 1 evening per week
  • Starting Wednesday 23rd September 2026
  • 6.30 to 9.30pm
  • Instalment plan available, subject to €100 handling fee
Payment plans available
On Demand

A flexible online approach developed to allow you to learn at your own pace.

  • Fully online
  • Pre Recorded
  • Start Anytime
  • Suit your own Schedule
  • Access for 12 weeks
  • 12 -13 weeks to send in the assignment
Payment plans available
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Course Details

City Colleges Dublin HR Course focuses on the following;

  • Intro to HRM
  • HR planning and people analytics
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Employee management
  • Compensation & Benefits
  • HR admin, Health & Safety and Employee relations
  • Learning & Development
  • HRBP and Organisational development (OD)
  • Employee experience, Culture and Values
  • Global HR Trends and predictions
  • How HR handles challenging scenarios like mas redundancies
  • Building your career in HR
  • *Course content is subject to review after each intake and may be updated in line with industry standards.

A pass grade on the written assignment will be required for awarding the Diploma.

This HR Course is assessed by way of written assignment and project.

Develop Key HR Skills: The course is designed to equip students with modern HR skills that are essential to manage the employee lifecycle, such as recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, administering benefits, compensation, and cessation of contracts.

Flexible Learning: As the course is part-time, students have the flexibility to continue working while they study. This means they can apply their newly acquired skills and knowledge in real-time, making the course more practical and relevant.

Industry-Driven Curriculum: The curriculum is designed by industry experts, which means that students will be learning the latest HR concepts, strategies, and policies that are applicable to companies in industries across the world. This ensures that the skills and knowledge students acquire are relevant and up-to-date.

Accredited Qualification: The course is accredited by a recognized institution, which means that students will receive a qualification that is recognised by employers in the HR field.

Career Prospects: Studying this course can enhance a student’s career prospects in HR by equipping them with the relevant skills and knowledge that employers are looking for in HR professionals.

This course is for all people keen to develop their understanding of Human Resources and Human Resource Management.

Learners do not need to have any prior experience in human resources as this course will provide an introduction to this area.

This Human Resources course is ideally suited for:

  • Someone who has recently been hired into an HR role or would like a refresher
  • Someone who is looking for a career change
  • A business owner or entrepreneur
  • A recent graduate
  • Someone potentially seeking to take on a HR qualification at Degree or Masters level but wants to ensure it is the correct subject area for them before making a longer term academic commitment

This Human Resources course is designed to equip you with the essential skills needed to manage the full employee lifecycle, including:

  • Recruitment and onboarding
  • Training and development
  • Performance management
  • Administering benefits and compensation
  • Managing contract cessation

You will also develop a strong understanding of key HRM principles and how to apply them within your organisation.

The industry-driven curriculum is developed by HR experts, ensuring you learn the latest practices, strategies, and policies that are relevant across global industries.

 

By completing this Human Resources course, you will:

  • Enhance your career prospects in the HR field
  • Gain up-to-date, practical HR skills that are in demand by employers
  • Receive a qualification that demonstrates your competence and commitment to professional development

Learning Outcomes:

  • You will have a thorough and up-to-date understanding of what Human Resource Management (HRM) is
  • You will be able to confidently leverage your new HR knowledge in a variety of professional situations

 

A City College Dublin’s Professional Diploma Course is a focused, practical programme designed and delivered by an industry practitioner, that consolidates, upskills or reskills learners in a professional area. They are stand-alone qualifications that indicate that you have been trained in a particular area or specific subject matter.

City College Dublin Diplomas are suitable for career minded learners wishing to advance their professional skills and prospects. They are widely accepted by employers and many students are sponsored to study here by their organisation.

In addition to our scheduled Professional Diploma courses, City Colleges Dublin can provide bespoke training over 3 – 4 days, please contact [email protected] for further details.

Professional Diploma in Human Resources

Meet our Tutors

Sinead Crawley

Sinead Crawley

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With a strong background in management and leadership in the tech sector, Sinead Crawley teaches International Marketing for the Bachelor in Business.

Her extensive experience with companies like IBM, along with her training in neuroscience-based coaching, allows her to guide students in building high-performing teams with a global mindset.

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If you have any questions about this Human Resources course, you can speak directly with a member of our admissions team.

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FAQ

Yes. Many learners take this Human Resources course as a pathway into HR from another field. The course provides practical, transferable skills that are valuable across a wide range of industries and organisations.

This Human Resources course prepares learners for a wide range of HR-related roles, including HR administrator, HR officer, people operations roles, and support positions within recruitment, training, and employee relations teams.

On successful completion, you will receive a Professional Diploma in Human Resources awarded by City Colleges Dublin. This qualification is recognised by employers and supports career progression within HR and people management roles.

Yes. This is a part-time Human Resources course designed to fit around work commitments. Classes are delivered in the evenings, and you can choose to study either live online or on campus.

No prior experience in Human Resources is required. This course is suitable for beginners who are new to HR, as well as professionals who want to formalise their experience or refresh their knowledge of modern HR practices.

Professional Diploma in Human Resources