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Institute of Leadership and Management Qualifications

Institute of Leadership and Management Partnership

The Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) are passionate about harnessing the power of leadership to transform people and businesses for the better. As the UK’s top leadership and management qualifications specialist, ILM help to develop more talented leaders than anyone else, giving them the skills to make a real difference in their organisation and beyond. As an approved ILM Centre, In Professional Development is able deliver industry-recognised, flexible qualifications that focus on workplace performance and the development of transferrable skills.

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Following completion of the 5-day Effective Coaching and Mentoring Accelerator Programme, you can go on to further study by opting to complete the ILM Level 5 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring. This qualification is for managers and those with significant responsibility for effective coaching and mentoring as part of their daily role within an organisational context. It is also an ideal qualification for individuals who wish to move into a development role or start a career as a freelance coach or mentor. This qualification will give you the skills to allow you to:

  • Be able to assess your own skills, knowledge and behaviours as a coach and mentor.
  • Know how to manage the coaching or mentoring process within an organisational context.
  • Deepen your understanding of how the organisational context can affect coaching or mentoring.
  • Plan, deliver and review your coaching and mentoring.
  • Plan your future development in coaching or mentoring.

In order to complete ILM Level 5 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring learners will be required to complete the following units:

  • Unit 500 (Written Report) – This unit aims to provide learners with an understanding of the skills, principles and practice required for effective coaching or mentoring within an organisational context and is assessed through a written report (approx. 4,000-5,500 words).
  • Unit 501 (Portfolio of Evidence) – This unit aims to provide learners with the ability to plan and prepare effective coaching or mentoring within an organisational context.
  • Unit 503 – (Reflective Journal) – This unit will enable learners to holistically review their ability to perform effectively as a coach or mentor within an organisational context.

In addition, you will be expected to attend two support tutorials following the initial 5-day course. These tutorials will provide you with valuable advice and support from a tutor, to help you complete your assessments. As well as having dedicated support from In Professional Development’s Quality Assurance Team, you will also be given a free 12-month student membership to the Institute of Leadership. Student membership provides access to a wealth of digital resources and a network of like-minded leaders and managers.

Students with disabilities and/or particular learning needs should discuss assessments with the Course Leader to ensure they are able to fully engage with all assessment within the course.

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The coaching models and practice were extremely useful. 
It provided me with more tools and also confidence that I have got the skills and clarity on what 
I can work on.

Carol Ross


Director of Operations, Active Lancashire

Effective Coaching and Mentoring Accelerator Programme - ILM Level 5