Who is it for?
This qualification is designed for managers and those who have responsibility for coaching/mentoring as part of their daily role.
The level 5 is also suitable for those who wish to develop into the role or who aspire to be freelance, independent coaches and/or mentors.
You will get the skills, knowledge, tools and confidence to coach and mentor people, with an additional focus on the managerial organisational context.
What do the Certificate and Diploma Cover?
The Level 5 Certificate and Diploma both include three units (modules) as outlined below covering knowledge and practical application:
Understanding Skills, Principles and Practice of Effective Coaching and Mentoring within an organisational context
Undertaking Effective Coaching or Mentoring within an organisational context (18 hours Certificate/54 hours Diploma)
Reviewing Own Ability as a Coach or Mentor within an Organisational Context
Course Delivery
We offer a combination of routes which include a fully taught model of workshops and blended learning models with a combination of workshops, e-learning and webinars. We can and do deliver the whole programme virtually, using MS Teams or Zoom.
Typically, the level 5 fully taught programme would include 5-6 half-day workshops or the equivalent in 1-2-1 tutor lead sessions.
All learners have an ILM Qualification Induction Session, receive a course textbook plus other materials including our bespoke E-learning programme, supported by regular 1-2-1 tutorials and coaching supervision throughout the programme.
Assessment Activities
Trainee coaches work to achieve three units, which includes a written knowledge assignment, a reflective coaching diary documenting coaching practice with supporting evidence from coachees and QED supervisor, tracking your progress through observation, supervision and reviews.
Course Dates
All ILM programmes available in E-learning/Virtual formats, we offer competitive rates, please contact us for more information on schedules, we offer all-year round options.
Qualification Costs
Open courses start from £2395 + Vat per head for Level 5 Certificate virtual delivery model and increase for the Diploma and in-person delivery models, fees are inclusive of ILM registration and all programme components.
Discounts available for group bookings of 10+ learners. Payment options are available by agreement.
Progression to other Qualifications
After completing this qualification, you may wish to progress onto the Level 7 Certificate or Diploma for Executive and Senior Level Coaches and Mentors.