Online Accredited Training and Qualifications
Nationally recognised qualifications from Level 3 to Level 6, studied online with live tutor support. Build your career in procurement, early years and childcare, or business and management, at a pace that fits around work.
CIPS Qualifications, Levels 3 to 6
The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) is the leading awarding body for procurement and supply, recognised by employers worldwide. Completing Levels 3 to 6 puts you on the pathway to MCIPS Chartered status.
CIPS Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
For people working in procurement who want to strengthen their knowledge and move towards management, or progress to the Level 4 Diploma.
View course › Level 4CIPS Diploma in Procurement and Supply
The entry point to CIPS Diploma study, equivalent to the first year of a degree. Ideal for operational roles or those managing procurement teams.
View course › Level 5CIPS Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply
For senior buyers, contract and supply chain managers who want to lead procurement functions and improve organisational performance.
View course › Level 6CIPS Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply
The final step towards MCIPS Chartered status, for experienced procurement leaders moving into strategic and policy-influencing roles.
View course ›Early Years and Childcare Qualifications
Gain the skills, confidence and professional recognition to progress in a rewarding career supporting children, young people and adults. Designed for working professionals in early years, playwork, education, health and social care.
Diploma in Playwork
For those working or preparing to work in after-school clubs, holiday play schemes or community settings. Aged 18+ and working or volunteering in playwork.
View course › Level 3Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
Build in-depth knowledge of mental health and wellbeing, legislation, services and support. Supports progression into health and social care roles. Aged 16+.
View course › Level 3Certificate in Understanding Autism
Learn positive approaches to supporting autistic individuals, including communication, transitions, safeguarding and current legislation. Aged 16+.
Enquire about this course › Level 4Certificate for the Early Years Advanced Practitioner
For Level 3 practitioners developing leadership, mentoring and specialist skills, such as SENCO. Requires a full Level 3 Early Years qualification and current employment.
View course › Level 5Diploma for the Early Years Senior Practitioner
Develops leadership and management skills for leaders, deputies and managers in early years. Aged 19+, with a minimum of 300 work placement hours.
View course ›Business and Management Qualifications
Practical, employer-focused qualifications that build confident administrators, team leaders and managers in any sector.
Diploma for Business Administrators
For people working, or wanting to work, in business administration in any sector. Ideal if you are new to the role. Aged 16+.
View course › Level 3Diploma in Management Skills and Knowledge
For team leaders and supervisors with operational, project or team responsibilities. Aligned to the Team Leader/Supervisor apprenticeship standard. Aged 16+.
View course ›Looking for a full apprenticeship instead? Browse our Business Administration and Sales, Marketing and Procurement apprenticeships.
Funding and payment options
We want professional study to be accessible. Depending on your course and circumstances, there are three main ways to fund your qualification.
Apprenticeship
If you are employed, you may be able to complete your qualification through an apprenticeship, with the cost covered by your employer through government funding. For CIPS, this applies to Levels 3 and 4.
Information for apprentices ›Advanced Learner Loan
Learners aged 19+ studying an eligible Level 3 to 6 qualification can apply for a government-backed Advanced Learner Loan. Nothing to pay upfront, and you only repay once you earn over the threshold. For CIPS, this applies to Levels 3 and 4.
How the loan works ›Payment plans
Self-funding? Spread the cost with monthly instalments so study fits alongside work. Available across all our professional development qualifications.
Payment options ›How our online courses are delivered
Every course is delivered online, so you can study from home or work without attending college.
Speak to an adviser
We check your eligibility, funding options and the right level for your experience.
Enrol and get your plan
You receive a support and study plan with agreed submission dates to keep you on track.
Learn with your tutor
Online learning with live tutor support, 1:1 guidance and progress tracking throughout.
Assessment and certificate
CIPS units are assessed by CIPS exams. NCFE qualifications are assessed through tutor-marked work. Your certificate follows on completion.
Support from enquiry to certificate
A dedicated adviser
One point of contact who helps you choose your course and sort your funding.
Recognised awarding bodies
Qualifications from CIPS and NCFE CACHE, valued by employers across the UK.
Fully online
Study from anywhere in England, around your job and family commitments.
Clear progression
Routes from Level 3 to Level 6, and into our apprenticeship programmes.
Online accredited training: your questions answered
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Not sure which qualification is right for you?
Talk to our team about your experience, goals and funding. Call 0330 236 9118 or email hello@highridgetraining.co.uk.
Achieve a nationally recognised Level 3 - 6 qualifications
Learn in your own time without having to attend college
Evidence your competency to employers
Improve your CV and employability prospects
Further your personal and professional development