REC Level 3 Certificate in Recruitment Practice (CertRP)

Optional or employer preference

REC Level 3 Certificate in Recruitment Practice (CertRP)

REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation); CertRP (Certificate in Recruitment Practice)

An optional recruitment qualification. There is no licence to work as a recruitment consultant; some employers value the CertRP, many do not ask for it.

Awarding body

REC

Level

Level 3

Where it applies

UK

Exams

One online exam

Entry

• The REC describes it as ideal for recruiters with over a year of experience.

Also required

• Distance learning: the REC recommends 12 weeks of study before the online exam. Fast track: about five weeks, with a 2.5-day online workshop and the exam on the third day.
• Passing gives the CertRP designation and 12 months of REC Professional membership as a Member (MREC).

Assessment and registration fees

• The REC shows prices before VAT. Employers often pay for staff to take the qualification — ask yours.