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CIPD Level 55CO03AC 1.2

Understanding Personal Values as a Decision-Making Framework

5CO03Professional behaviours and valuing people

This CIPD Level 5 video for unit 5CO03 – Professional behaviours and valuing people explores how to recognise and apply personal and ethical values as a decision-making framework in people practice. The content addresses assessment criteria AC 1.2 by examining how your own values integrate with organisational expectations, the impact of personal beliefs on work relationships, and the importance of demonstrating professional courage when advocating for ethical standpoints. By watching this video, you'll develop a deeper understanding of how to align your values with professional practice, navigate potential conflicts between personal and organisational values, and build confidence in speaking up for what matters in your HR role.

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Assessment Criteria 1.2

Recognise how personal and ethical values can be applied in the context of people practice.

Indicative Content

The importance of knowing one’s own personal values and using these as a framework for behaviour and practice. Knowing how personal values integrate (or not) with organisational and/or professional values and if/how differences can be reconciled. Recognising how personal values and beliefs shape ways of working and work relationships – and the impact of this for colleagues. Demonstrating professional courage – speaking up for ethical standpoints within the workplace and supporting others to do the same.

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About 5CO03Professional behaviours and valuing people

CIPD Level 5
5CO03
Learning Outcome 1

This unit focuses on how applying core professional behaviours such as ethical practice, courage and inclusivity can build positive working relationships and support employee voice and wellbeing. It considers how developing and mastering new professional behaviours and practice can impact performance.

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