ILM Accredited Leadership and Management Training – Level 3

Accredited by the ILM at Level 3, this course is suitable for individuals and employers seeking to develop their skill sets within particular areas for personal and professional development. We offer two different packages:

  • Package 1: Coaching and Mentoring Leaders and Managers Toolbox
  • Package 2: Nuts and Bolts of Communication and Relationship Management
ILM Accredited Leadership and Management Training - Level 3
LevelLevel 3
LocationColchester
Campus / Adult Skills CentreColchester Campus
Training is Delivered Online
Start DatePlease contact us for the next available dates
PriceOption 1 (Face to face): £1,800
Option 2 (Distance learning): £1,400
Awarding/Validation BodyILM

Group discounts available for parties of 10 delegates or more.

Who is this training for?

Our Level 3 Leadership and Management programme is ideal for individuals who have leadership responsibilities but no formal training, and are serious about developing their skills and abilities. They particularly support aspiring leaders and managers seeking to move up to the next level of management, and managers who need to lead people though organisational change and disruption caused by internal and external factors

Benefits for the Individual
  • Gain a range of key management skills and put them into practice in their own role
  • Build leadership capabilities – motivate and engage teams, manage relationships confidently
  • Develop leadership and management skills using their own knowledge, values and motivations
Benefits for the Employer
  • Develop effective and confident first-line managers
  • Improve team relationships and communication
  • Proven skills – to gain this qualification, managers will need to demonstrate that they can transfer their new skills to your organisation
  • Equip managers with the tools to develop their own skills and abilities
Package 1: Coaching and Mentoring Leaders and Managers Toolbox

Who is this training designed for?

This course is aimed at employees of any organisation and individuals who are either new to coaching and line management, or experienced managers who are new to coaching and would like to develop the key core skills and knowledge, enabling them to support the development of others within their team. Bespoke course content can also be integrated to ensure learning outcomes fully reflect the roles or needs of your employees.

Module 1: The Art of Coaching and Mentoring in an Organisational Context

By the end of this module, delegates will be able to:

  • Understand the purpose of coaching and mentoring within an organisational context style in coaching
  • Understand the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to be an effective coach or mentor
  • Understand the importance of effective contracting and management of the coaching or mentoring process

Module 2: Developing People in the Workplace

By the end of this module, delegates will be able to:

  • Understand the importance of promoting personal development
  • Be able to plan for an individual’s development using coaching to support this
Package 2: Nuts and Bolts of Communication and Relationship Management

Who is this training designed for?

This course is aimed at employers and individuals who are seeking to enhance their internal and external communications and relationship management. The skills developed will enable a culture of rich and rapid communication.

Module 1: Managing Communication

By the end of this module, delegates will be able to:

  • Understand and have the ability to communicate effectively, as required by a practising or potential middle manager
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the communication process in the workplace
  • Understand methods of communicating in the workplace

Module 2: Managing Meetings

By the end of this module, delegates will be able to:

  • Show knowledge and understanding of meetings
  • Demonstrate an understanding of communicating with people outside the team

Module 3: Managing Relationships and Negotiations

By the end of this module, delegates will be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of managing and developing relationships in the workplace
  • Display knowledge and understanding of negotiation and networking in the workplace
Delivery Options

Both packages are available in two delivery options:

Option 1 – Face to Face Package

A fully immersive offering designed to meet organisational needs, with all sessions taking place face to face, either on-campus at Colchester Institute or, facilities/resources permitting, at the employer’s own venue.*

Clients will receive 1 hour of tutor support time for each unit.

*A minimum cohort will be required for this option

Option 2 – Distance Learning Package

This programme is delivered online with self-directed learning via a range of interactive resources and remote tutor support.

All courses have a bespoke Google Classroom and resources.

Clients will receive 1 hour of tutor support time for each unit.

Delegates must be in a suitable job role and complete an initial assessment in English to inform of starting points, support requirements and learning styles.

Cost and Payment Options

Option 1 (Face to face): £1,800
Option 2 (Distance learning): £1,400

Delegates will be invoiced for payment in advance of the course start date.

Disclaimer

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