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Free Online HR courses (Human Resources training)

Interested in a career in HR but not sure where to start? Or looking to build confidence in areas like recruitment, workplace policies, or employment law? With free online human resources training, you can develop practical skills and gain valuable insights into people management - without the cost.

These free online HR courses will teach you how to support organisations through hiring, onboarding, compliance, and team development - all of which are essential skills for HR professionals. 

Whether you’re planning a career change, working towards a promotion or just curious about how HR works, the below human resources training options are a great way to build confidence and capability in a key business function.

Why choose free human resources training on Reed.co.uk?

  • Study free online HR courses flexibly - anytime, anywhere
  • Learn about employment law, employee relations, hiring, and payroll
  • Choose from CPD-certified, introductory, or regulated HR courses that offer nationally recognised qualifications
  • Gain digital skills in HR software and people management
  • Build your CV with new skills and achievements
  • Ideal for beginners, career changers, and admin professionals looking to specialise

Ready to get started? Browse our selection of free online HR courses below, or explore related free management courses, free admin courses or free business courses to expand your skill set even further.

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  • Entry to HR Skills Bootcamps Programme

    Just IT Training
    Gain the skills and receive support to start your HR career in just 5 weeks. CIPD Certificate included.
    • 259 enquiries
    • Online
    • 5 weeks · Full-time
    • Tutor support
    • Job guarantee programme
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    Trending
    Have you ever considered a career in Human Resources ? Delivered through our specialist HR partner Company, BePro , their fully funded Skills Bootcamp programme is designed for those looking to progress in a career in HR.
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Become a Team Leader.
    • 17,283 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    Trending
    If you're looking to develop your team leading skills to manage a team effectively, this fully online level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading will help you do just that. This qualification will teach you the principles of team leading, how to use different styles of lea …
    Free

  • Help to Grow: Management Essentials

    Small Business Charter
    A free, online course designed to equip small business leaders with the tools and insights needed for business growth.
    • 790 enquiries
    • Online
    • 2 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    Trending
    Take the first step to growing your business. Help to Grow: Management Essentials is a free, online course that will introduce you to the essential business concepts required for sustainable growth. The course is structured into three practical modules, each featuring bite-sized …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support Mental Health
    • 8,479 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Around 450 million people worldwide suffer from a mental health problem. You can help tackle this challenge by increasing your knowledge with our level 2 certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems. This fully online course will help you gain new knowledge and skills for y …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Give better advice and guidance
    • 5,095 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    Trending
    For many businesses, being able to offer clear and accurate information, advice or guidance - and knowing what can be shared legally and professionally - is really important. If you give information, advice or guidance as part of your role, this course can help you brush up on yo …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Care for peoples mental health
    • 44,244 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    Around 450 million people currently experience mental health problems. Recent reports suggest that over 12 million working days were lost due to work-related stress, depression or anxiety in just one year. It’s important that employers are transparent and open about mental health …
    Free

  • Certificate in Awareness of Men's Mental Health Problems

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support Mental Health
    • 1,141 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    The number of men who have suicidal thoughts has doubled since 2009. Although men are now more likely to see a therapist if they’re feeling worried or low, there’s still a long way to go to ensure that men are supported with their mental health. This online course, Understanding …
    Free

  • Digital Work Experience

    Reed Business School
    Real-life work experiences across 10 companies and 17 sectors as part of the 'Gateway to work' programme
    • 3,615 students
    • Online
    • 3.7 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Trending
    Are you struggling to get in-person work experience? Do you want to know more about what it's really like to work in different sectors like Marketing, Product design, Finance or Care? If so, this Digital Work Experience course could be exactly what you're looking for. This D …
    Free

  • CV writing, job search and interview masterclass

    Reed Business School
    Everything you need to search, apply and interview for your first job
    • 1,350 students
    • Online
    • 1.8 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Welcome to Get work ready, a course that contains everything you need to search, apply and interview for your first job. In this course we will guide you through how to search for jobs online , the different types of contracts and what they mean, as well as how to set up …
    Free

  • Get ready to work - From digital work experience to interview prep

    Reed Business School
    The ultimate careers programme for students, graduates and job seekers
    • 625 students
    • Online
    • 7.8 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Calling all students… If you want to know how to get into your dream job or career once you've finished school, college or university, this course is for you. Gateway to Work is a free digital careers programme that gives you all the tools you need to smoothly transition from edu …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Help Safeguard individuals
    • 9,825 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    In 2019, a total of 5,738 individuals were referred to the Prevent programme, with the education sector accounting for 33% of this number. Anyone wanting to work in local authorities, schools, colleges, uniformed services or health and social care needs to be aware of safeguardin …
    Free

  • Level 3 Certificate Understanding Mental Health

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Mental Health.
    • 4,178 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 months · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    The mental health crisis is becoming increasingly prevalent in the UK, with 1 in 4 adults experiencing a mental health problem every year. The Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health is designed to provide a greater awareness of mental health issues and the importance …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support a more inclusive workplace
    • 3,534 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    Trending
    Britain is a culturally diverse nation that respects and values the differences in people. Companies are legally required to follow a set of practices to tackle discrimination and ensure equality for their employees. If you want to learn about equality and diversity in different …
    Free
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FAQs

Reed Courses advertises a large variety of HR courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The HR courses on offer vary in time duration and study method, with many offering tutor support. Whether you want to study for a regulated qualification, or take a HR course which provides CPD points/hours or qualifications, there are a number of learning options available.

If you're looking for HR courses, you might also be interested in Leadership and Management. These courses can be taken to further enhance your understanding of the subject. By having a broader understanding of the subject can help you to improve your professional or personal development.

In addition to free HR courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online HR courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

In addition to a variety of free HR online courses, Reed Courses also offers a range of free classroom courses. These are perfect for anyone looking to learn in an in-person format.
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