ILM Level 5 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring

L5 Level 5
Part Time
7 January 2025 — 5 August 2025
City Centre Campus, Cardiff
£: This course is free for unemployed adults or adults in receipt of specific benefits. If eligible, you do not pay the 'Course fee' listed under 'Course fee per year'. A registration fee of £10-40 may be charged. Any professional registration fee / exam fee / other fee listed will need to be paid for. Financial support for these costs may be available. To find our more go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding

About this course

The ILM Level 5 Certificate is a nationally recognised qualification that has been designed for managers and those with responsibility for effective coaching and mentoring as part of their daily role within an organisational context. They are also ideal for individuals who wish to move into a development role or start a career as a coach or mentor.

This interactive programme provides learners with the theoretical knowledge of coaching and mentoring, combined with the practical application of coaching and mentoring skills within an organisational context. It enables learners to explore how developing a coaching culture can enhance organisational productivity and positive behaviours n the workplace. Learners have the opportunity to practice their coaching techniques and apply models within a supportive environment, receiving supervision to allow for reflective practice and personal development.

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What you will study

To gain your ILM Level 5 qualification, you will be required to attend 5x mandatory face-to-face classes. You will also be expected to conduct self-study to write 3x Unit Assignments to set deadlines. These assignments include an academic assignment, a portfolio of 18 hours of Coaching within an organisation, and a reflective journal.

Day 1: 7th January 2025
Day 2: 14th January 2025
Day 3: 4th February 2025
Day 4: 4th March 2025
Day 5: 1st April 2025
Day 6: 1st May 2025
Day 7: 3rd June 2025
Day 8: 1st July 2025
Day 9: 5th August 2025 

Tutorial to be scheduled directly between you and your ILM Tutor once the course has commenced.

Units Covered in this qualification:

- Unit 500: Understanding the Skills, Principles and Practice of Effective Coaching and Mentoring within an Organisational Context 
- Unit 501: Undertaking Effective Coaching or Mentoring within an Organisational Context (18 hours of coaching practice within an organisation)
- Unit 503: Reviewing Own Ability as a Coach or Mentor within an Organisational Context

Once you have passed, you will receive a nationally recognised certificate and a digital accreditation badge.

Course fee per year

Part-time enrolment fee: £40.00

Course Fee: £1,184.00

Exam Fee: £201.00

Entry requirements

Course and Enrolment Fee payment to be made upon enrolment

To be eligible for this qualification, you must:

  • be in employment in a Supervisor, Team Leader or First Line Manager role (due to the reflective nature of the qualification assignments)
  • upload a minimum 100-word Personal Statement when applying to outline your interest in obtaining this qualification
  • upload evidence of your highest qualification to date e.g. GCSE or Degree Certificate All applications, personal statements and qualification evidence will be assessed by our Course Tutors.

The team will then be in touch to confirm your overall suitability for this level of ILM qualification. Please note that we cannot process applications without a Personal Statement.

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

7 January 2025

End date

5 August 2025

Time of day

Day Time

Part Time

7 hours per week

Location

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
Maps & directions
£: This course is free for unemployed adults or adults in receipt of specific benefits. If eligible, you do not pay the 'Course fee' listed under 'Course fee per year'. A registration fee of £10-40 may be charged. Any professional registration fee / exam fee / other fee listed will need to be paid for. Financial support for these costs may be available. To find our more go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding

Course code

CSILM5ECM
L5

Qualification

City & Guilds Level 5 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring

Locations

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

City Centre Campus,

Dumballs Road,

Cardiff,

CF10 5FE