ILM Level 3 Award in Coaching

This nationally recognised qualification is ideal for those staff members that are perhaps new to their role or are looking for formal training to help them get the best out of colleagues in the workplace.

Free studying memberships with the ILM is included which will provide access to a range of tools and resources to help get the most from the formal training provided.

Key Facts

Attendance: Four half days delivered virtually and online learning (9am - 1.30pm)
Duration: Six months
Dates for the next courses:
- June 2024: 20 June, 27 June, 4 July, 10 July and 18 July 2024 (additional drop-in session)
- November 2024: 5 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 26 Nov and 3 Dec 2024 (additional drop-in session)
Location: Virtual

Entry Requirements

There are no formal academic entry requirements to work towards this qualification. However, your staff member should be in a role involved in coaching and mentoring other team members and be able to show a dedication to developing the individual talents of other colleagues.

Course Content

This blended learning course offers a combination of online learning and study days allowing for home study with regular tutorial support and college-based lectures on key topics.

The following units will be completed:

Understanding Good Practice in Workplace Coaching

Purpose of coaching (What is coaching?)
Role and responsibilities of a coach
Behaviours and characteristics of a coach
How to manage a coaching process
Agreeing goals
Tools and techniques
Record keeping
Barriers to coaching

Undertaking Coaching in the Workplace

Prepare and plan coaching sessions
Agreeing learning goals
Using diagnostic and assessment tools
Techniques of listening effectively
Collecting feedback

Reflecting on Workplace Coaching Skills

Reflect on own activity
Assess effectiveness of feedback given
Draw conclusions on your own abilities
Create a relevant personal development plan

Assessment

Completion of the ILM Level 3 qualification requires the completion of three written assignments and evidence of a minimum of six hours of recorded coaching and mentoring.

Course Fees

Course fees are payable in full prior to the start of the course.

If your employee has not achieved your qualification by the planned end date detailed in their individual learning plan, continued support and course access is available by paying monthly direct debit payments until certification is achieved.

Course Fee - £473 plus £90 Awarding Body Fee*

* Awarding Body Fees are payable by all students or employers and recharged at cost and may be subject to change.

Before making any financial decision it is recommended that you seek advice from an independent source, for example the Money Advice Service.

These are current figures and may be subject to change. The differences in course fees reflect the level of funding that is available as a result of government policies and priorities. These may be as a result of age, employment status, previous education achievements, or location for example, and are outside the control of CAW Business School.

What Next?

Following this qualification many employers choose to continue supporting their staff and develop them further such as by supporting them to undertake a related qualification such as the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management.

Testimonials

What our Business School students say:

“I have enjoyed learning new skills and applying some of these to my current job”
“The tutors are very helpful and supportive and provide me with regular reviews on my progress”
“The course fits around my everyday work making this easy to complete”
“The tutors are extremely helpful and always manage to find time to provide support and answer any queries”