ILM Level 3 Certificate in Coaching & Mentoring

The challenge of every organisation is to instil in their managers a strong competency in their ability to coach and mentor people through both prosperous and challenging times. The purpose is to retain employees and develop them because they are critical assets in helping the organisation reach greater heights.

Are you a new supervisor, team leader or line-manager? Our ILM Level 3 Certificate in Coaching & Mentoring qualification will help you to be an effective coach and improve performance in your workplace.

What is the ILM?

The Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) is an awarding body for leadership and management qualifications in the UK. Stonebridge are proud to offer this industry recognised distance learning course as it’s a mark of quality and a priceless addition to your CV.

Is this distance learning course right for me?

While there may be some similarities, coaching and mentoring people are two different styles, but the goal of both revolves around supporting the development of an individual.

Mentoring is often a longer relationship between someone who’s experienced, the mentor, and the less experienced, the trainee. Mentors will often give advice and actually show the trainee what to do and how to do it.

Coaching typically has a set time frame and is more structured in nature with regularly scheduled meetings. This often involves focusing on developing goals and meeting specific needs of an employee.

This ILM Level 3 Certificate in Coaching & Mentoring is a fully recognised qualification. You’ll gain fantastic skills which will be a real asset for you and your employer:

Learn about coaching and mentoring as powerful development tools

• Understand the role and responsibilities of an effective coach and mentor
• Explore different coaching and/or mentoring models
• Develop practical skills, tools and techniques to support these models
• Put your new skills into practice – carry out supervised coaching and/or mentoring sessions
• Analyse, assess and plan to improve your own coaching and/or mentoring ability.

You can decide when and where you choose to study; the more time that you allocate learning, the faster you’ll be able to complete this distance learning course.

Requirements for Course Entry

There are no formal entry requirements to enrol on this Coaching & Mentoring course. However, it’s aimed at people who are new to management and wish to develop or improve upon their coaching and mentoring skills. They’ll be some basic assessment in mathematics, IT and English levels.

Overview of the ILM Level 3 Certificate in Coaching & Mentoring Course

By providing encouragement, guidance and support, a manager can help employees learn and improve their work performance. In order for a manager to be effective in this task, they need to have a strong presence and coaching skills.

You’ll learn to become confident in coaching and mentoring within your management role, as you learn the tools needed for developing yourself and others. Here are some units that you’ll study to gain a fully rounded understanding of coaching and mentoring:

• Understand good practice in workplace coaching
• Understand good practice in workplace mentoring
• Undertaking an extended period of coaching (mentoring) in the workplace
• Reflecting on workplace coaching skills
• Undertaking an extended period of mentoring in the workplace

What can I do once I have successfully completed the ILM Level 3 Certificate in Coaching & Mentoring?

You’ll become a more effective coach and mentor. Effective coaching and mentoring requires a customised growth plan that fits the trainee. Whichever method is used, it’s important to remember the success of the employee.

It‘s your role as the manager/mentor is to help your employees understand for example, the ways of working within the organisation. The focus is on developing the employee professionally, where they’re in charge of their own agenda and reach out to the mentor, as needed.

Benefits for employers too

• Coaching and mentoring is implemented in the organisation
• Coaches and mentors are properly equipped with the skills, knowledge and ethical understanding they need
• A coaching and mentoring culture in the organisation means managers are willing and able to support continual professional development

What are the average salaries for a coach or mentor in a management role?

Managers can be employed and progress in various places of work - in the public, private, and non-profit sectors, in short by any organisation, from SME’s to international corporations. Your role as a manager/coach is to know when to listen, ask powerful questions and give feedback as needed.

The type of sector you’re employed in has some affect on the salary offered and it also varies depending on your employer and level of responsibility involved. Typical starting salaries for new managers may range from £18,000 up to £30,000. After some experience under your belt, your yearly income could range from £30,000 to £50,000.

These figures are intended as a guideline only.

Syllabus

Unit 1: Understanding good practice in workplace coaching

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand the context for effective workplace coaching
• Understand the process and content of effective workplace coaching

Unit 2: Undertaking an extended period of coaching in the workplace 

On completion of this unit you will:

• Be able to plan and organise workplace coaching sessions
• Be able to undertake at least thirty six hours effective workplace coaching activity
• Be able to collect feedback from coaching clients on own performance as workplace coach
• Know how to use tutorial supervision to develop and improve own coaching practice and to plan own continuing development as a workplace coach

Unit 3: Reflecting on workplace coaching skills  

On completion of this unit you will:

• Be able to assess own abilities and characteristics as a workplace coach
• Be able reflect on own communication and interpersonal skills when coaching
• Be able to summarise coaching reflections and plan for future development needs

Unit 4: Understanding good practice in workplace mentoring 

On completion of this unit you will:

• Understand the context for effective workplace mentoring
• Understand the process for effective workplace mentoring

Unit 5: Undertaking an extended period of mentoring in the workplace

On completion of this unit you will:

• Be able to plan and organise formal workplace mentoring sessions
• Be able to undertake at least thirty six hours of formal workplace mentoring
• Be able to summarise and analyse a period of formal mentoring within the workplace using stakeholder feedback
• Know how to use supervision to enhance workplace mentoring

Unit 6: Reflecting on workplace mentoring skills

On completion of this unit you will:

• Be able to assess own abilities and characteristics as a workplace mentor
• Be able to reflect on own communication and interpersonal skills when mentoring
• Be able to demonstrate own understanding of your effectiveness as a workplace mentor

Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 54 hrs.

The Access to Higher Education (A2HE) Consortium is a group of organisations who work together to promote and deliver excellence within the A2HE experience. By working in partnership the A2HE Education Consortium is able to call upon the significant expertise of each partner organisation to deliver the best possible learning journey and experience for our A2HE learners.

Access to Higher Education courses are ideal for learners wanting to start a university course but that have no formal qualifications. By working in partnership the A2HE Consortium is able to:

• Recruit, signpost and navigate learners through their decision to register on an A2HE programme of study.
• Provide learners with the most comprehensive Information, Advice and Guidance prior to registration.
• Provide learners with a range of funding options including; payment in full, payment using consumer credit and payment using a government backed Advanced Learning Loan.
• Give learners access to cutting edge technology to support the delivery of their A2HE programme.
• Allow learners to customise their A2HE programme so that it is bespoke to their own learning needs, challenges them throughout and delivers additional learning in areas such as Maths, English and Soft Skills (Confidence, Resilience, Team working etc.).
• Learners access high quality learning materials that are rich and engaging supported by a team of committed and talented tutors and assessors.
• Course accreditation and certification from Open College Network West Midlands, a QAA (Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education) licenced Access Validating Agency (AVA).

Who are the partners?

The Stonebridge Group (SAC) The Stonebridge Group of Training Companies is a conglomerate of 6 separate independent training providers established in 1997 and continually growing. Currently the group trains more than 70,000 learners per annum in a wide range of subjects areas from A-Levels to Web Design and IT with everything in-between. The Group currently employs almost 200 staff who work in all areas including learner recruitment, course development, course delivery, admin, finance and tutorial support Stonebridge Associated Colleges are currently a Gold Trusted Merchant with an average Service Rating of over 98% from 854 Independent Feefo Reviews. The Group specialises in training, digital marketing and learner recruitment including advice and guidance to ensure the right learners are placed on the right programme of study. Please click here for more information
Pearltech UK Ltd (PEARL) PEARL (Personalised e-Assisted Responsive Learning) is uniquely innovative Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) that delivers customised and responsive learning based on individual learner’s needs. The system is available entirely online which means that learners can access all aspects of their learning, assessment and eportfolio 24/7 and from any location in the World using a variety of devices. Pearl encourages learner development beyond academic skills and includes proprietary responsive algorithms which present different learning exercises or challenges unique to each learner. This means that every learner has the ability to customise their course and to enrich their learning experience.
Enabling Development Opportunities Ltd (EDO) EDO has been working with businesses and learners since 2007. The team of directors and staff have decades of experience in skills training. All learners are supported throughout their studies by a talented group of tutors and assessors who are responsible for ensuring that all learners on the A2HE programmes are supported in a way that makes them feel “special” and gives them the best possible chance of succeeding. As part of the A2HE Consortium, EDO are responsible for delivering the training and accessing Advanced Learning Loan (if required) funding for learners. EDO also quality assure the programmes and claim the final certificate for learners from Open College Network West Midlands on successful completion of the A2HE programme. Please click here for more information

The Advanced Learning Loan (ALL) Consortium is a group of organisations who work together to promote and deliver excellence within the ALL experience. By working in partnership the ALL Education Consortium is able to call upon the significant expertise of each partner organisation to deliver the best possible learning journey and experience for our Advanced Learning Loan learners.

Advanced Learner Loan funding is ideal for learners who are not able to fund their own learning and are seeking a government backed loan in order to do so. By working in partnership the ALL Consortium is able to:

• Recruit, signpost and navigate learners through their decision to register on a programme of study using an Advanced Learning Loan.
• Provide learners with the most comprehensive Information, Advice and Guidance prior to registration.
• Provide learners with a range of funding options including; payment in full, payment using consumer credit and payment using a government backed Advanced Learning Loan.
• Give learners access to cutting edge technology to support the delivery of their Advanced Learning Loan funded programme.
• Allow learners to customise their Advanced Learning Loan funded programme so that it is bespoke to their own learning needs, challenges them throughout and delivers additional learning in areas such as Maths, English and Soft Skills (Confidence, Resilience, Team working etc.).
• Learners access high quality learning materials that are rich and engaging supported by a team of committed and talented tutors and assessors.
• Course accreditation and certification from various Ofqual regulated Awarding Bodies.

Who are the partners?

The Stonebridge Group (SAC) The Stonebridge Group of Training Companies is a conglomerate of 6 separate independent training providers established in 1997 and continually growing. Currently the group trains more than 70,000 learners per annum in a wide range of subjects areas from A-Levels to Web Design and IT with everything in-between. The Group currently employs almost 200 staff who work in all areas including learner recruitment, course development, course delivery, admin, finance and tutorial support Stonebridge Associated Colleges are currently a Gold Trusted Merchant with an average Service Rating of over 98% from 854 Independent Feefo Reviews. The Group specialises in training, digital marketing and learner recruitment including advice and guidance to ensure the right learners are placed on the right programme of study. Please click here for more information
Pearltech UK Ltd (PEARL) PEARL (Personalised e-Assisted Responsive Learning) is uniquely innovative Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) that delivers customised and responsive learning based on individual learner’s needs. The system is available entirely online which means that learners can access all aspects of their learning, assessment and eportfolio 24/7 and from any location in the World using a variety of devices. Pearl encourages learner development beyond academic skills and includes proprietary responsive algorithms which present different learning exercises or challenges unique to each learner. This means that every learner has the ability to customise their course and to enrich their learning experience.
Dimensions Training Solutions (DTS) DTS was originally formed in 1973 and has been responsible for training thousands of apprentices and adult learners since then. DTS aim to help learners broaden their skills, gain knowledge; build on experience, to make a positive change to their career and life with dozens of apprenticeships and distance learning QCF courses that can really kick start a new career. Judged Good by OFSTED in October 2015: Just some of the reasons why DTS are a GOOD Training provider, very close to OUTSTANDING, but we don’t like to brag... Learners really enjoy their learning Effective employer involvement helps learners to link work-related activities well with their qualification Good quality workplaces, with a diverse range of clients Highly effective development of Apprentices’ English & Maths skills Employers provide a high quality working environment Consistent, high level of achievement for learners As part of the ALL Consortium, DTS are responsible for delivering the training and accessing the Advanced Learning Loan (if required) funding for learners. DTS also quality assure the programmes and claim the final certificate for learners from the relevant awarding body on successful completion of the programme. Please click here for more information

What's included

What's Included

• All study materials
• Study Guide
• Full Tutor and Admin support
• The course fee includes the awarding body registration and certification fee (valued at up to £96.00).

Qualifications

Qualification: ILM Level 3 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring

Requirements for Entry

There are no formal entry requirements to enrol on this coaching & mentoring course. However it’s aimed at people who are new to management and wish to develop or improve upon their coaching and mentoring skills. There will be some basic assessment in Mathematics, IT and English.

Professional Membership

On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):

ILM

ILM is the UK's leading provider of leadership, coaching and management qualifications and training. As an institution ILM is widely recognised by employers and education institutions throughout the UK.  The ILM brand is synonymous with contemporary standards of training and competence that are valued by employers in todays fast-paced and perpetually evolving workplace. All ILM qualifications have been accredited by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). All in all an ILM qualification is signal that a learner has successfully completed training and skills that make them a real asset in the workplace.

 

Professional Membership

On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):

ILM

ILM is the UK's leading provider of leadership, coaching and management qualifications and training. As an institution ILM is widely recognised by employers and education institutions throughout the UK.  The ILM brand is synonymous with contemporary standards of training and competence that are valued by employers in todays fast-paced and perpetually evolving workplace. All ILM qualifications have been accredited by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). All in all an ILM qualification is signal that a learner has successfully completed training and skills that make them a real asset in the workplace.

 

Career Transition Partnership (CTP)

We are proud to be working with Career Transition Partnetship (CTP) as a CTP Preferred Suplier. We are able to offer ex-service personnel access to funding for our whole range of military resettlement courses.

As a CTP Preferred Supplier we are able to accept your IRTC (Individual Resettlement Training Costs) grant or ELC (Enhanced Learning Credits) for any of the following courses:

• Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)
• Beauty Therapy (Massage Route) Dual Course
• Business Administration
• Certificate in Education and Training
• Counselling Skills
• Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)
• Foot Health Care Practitioner
• Health and Social Care (Adults)
• Hospitality Supervision and Leadership
• Playwork (NVQ)
• Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
• Principles of Customer Service course
• Principles of End of Life Care Course
• Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Certificate

If you are ex-service personnel and would like more information on how to claim this funding, please contact the college or speak to your Service Resettlement Advisor.

For more information on CTP, please visit www.ctp.org.uk

Study Options

In order to offer our students the most convenient and flexible distance learning courses, Stonebridge Associated College offers you the option to study for your course via two methods:

• 1. Via the traditional paper-based method.
• 2. Through the online method.

Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 54 hrs.

Further Information

If you would like any further information regarding this course, please call an advisor today on 0121 392 8288 ( or email enquiries@stonebridge.uk.com

Tutor Support

With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.

You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

Student Zone

We understand that studying from home may be a new experience for you. You may even be feeling a bit apprehensive because you will not be studying in a traditional "classroom environment".

To help you overcome these concerns we have developed the Student Zone. The Student Zone, to which all of our students receive access, encourages a high level of interaction with your tutor and other like-minded students. Within this area you can:

• Access the Student Learning Community which allows you to connect with fellow students and gain the help and support you need.
• View your tutor's feedback on your marked assignments.
• View optional reading lists for your course (where available).
• Access free online games, for when you need a break from studying.
• View the study guide with plenty of useful hints and tips on how to get the most out of your course.
• Access free courses such as: Improving Learning Skills; Job Interview Skills; The Effective Learner; Goal Setting and Time Management; and Ten Tips to Complete a Good Test Paper.
• Find details on our generous Referral Programme.
And don’t forget our Facebook page where you will find tips, resources, games, competitions, and plenty of engagement and interaction from fellow students.