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CIPD Level 33CO04AC 5.1

Non-Financial Rewards and Recognition

3CO04Essentials of people practice

This CIPD Level 3 learning video on Non-Financial Rewards and Recognition, part of unit 3CO04 Essentials of People Practice, explores assessment criteria AC 5.1 by examining the key components of an effective total reward system beyond financial compensation. The video analyses how organisations can leverage non-financial benefits—including opportunities for personal and career growth, verbal appreciation, and public recognition—alongside financial elements like base pay, performance-related pay, and bonuses to create a comprehensive rewards strategy. By understanding the role of both financial and non-financial rewards in motivating employees, you'll gain practical knowledge to design total reward systems that enhance employee engagement and organisational performance.

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Assessment Criteria 5.1

Explain the key components of an effective total reward system.

Indicative Content

The role of financial and non-financial benefits and rewards; pensions and other additional elements; base pay; financial incentives; bonuses; performance-related pay; opportunities for personal and career growth; verbal and public appreciation.

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About 3CO04Essentials of people practice

CIPD Level 3
3CO04
Learning Outcome 5

This unit introduces the fundamentals of people practice, ranging from the employee lifecycle to policies, regulation and law. It further explores a diverse array of specialist subjects such as recruitment, talent management, reward and learning and development, essential to a career in people practice. Importantly, this unit enables practitioners to apply their knowledge and skills, building their confidence and ability to practise progressively.

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