ILM Level 7 Certificate for Executive, Senior Level Coaches & Mentors
Subject Area
Business & Professional
Student Type
Adults
Study Mode
Online Learning
Course Type
Professional Studies
What is the course about?
The ILM Level 7 Certificate in Executive Coaching and Mentoring is a prestigious qualification designed for experienced professionals who want to deepen their coaching and mentoring expertise. Whether you’re currently in a senior leadership or management role, or looking to establish yourself as an independent consultant, this course will give you the advanced skills and confidence to support others in achieving their goals.
Accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM), the course equips you with practical tools, advanced techniques, and strategic insight to thrive as an executive coach or mentor. Upon completion, you’ll earn a qualification that is respected across industries and valued by employers and clients alike.
On this course, you’ll gain the ability to:
- Apply advanced coaching and mentoring techniques
- Understand the strategic and organisational context in which coaching takes place
- Strengthen your leadership capabilities
- Promote personal and professional development in others
- Build trusted, effective coaching relationships
- Maintain high ethical and professional standards.
This course offers a unique opportunity to enhance your impact, whether you’re looking to lead with greater insight within your organisation or support others as an external coaching professional.
Why should I choose the course?
This course offers a solid academic foundation combined with 20 hours of practical experience, preparing you to deliver coaching and mentoring using best practices. It’s an excellent opportunity to enhance your professional expertise and gain a recognised ILM qualification that accredits your experience.
Delivered online, this programme includes live sessions with your tutor, interactive group work, and blended learning opportunities through Google Classroom. Designed with flexibility in mind, the course provides a balance of live, interactive sessions and independent learning. You’ll attend fortnightly sessions from 2.30 pm to 5.00 pm, and engage in activities outside of taught sessions, making it easy to fit into your schedule while gaining valuable knowledge and skills.
What will I learn?
The ILM Level 7 Executive Coaching and Mentoring course is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel as an executive coach or mentor. You'll gain the tools needed to make a positive impact on individuals, teams, and organisations.
The course is delivered online via live, synchronous sessions with blended learning activities. This includes 15 bi-weekly sessions, supplemented with blended learning opportunities throughout the course. Completing this qualification is estimated to take 12-18 months, as you are required to log 20 hours of coaching practice.
The course is made up of three key modules designed to help you develop and demonstrate your executive coaching and mentoring expertise. These are:
- Understanding the Principles and Practice of Executive Coaching and Mentoring
- Undertaking Coaching or Mentoring at an Executive or Senior Level
- Reflecting on Your Coaching or Mentoring Practice.
You will be assessed through written assignments. These require wider reading, theory application, and reflection on your coaching practice. These assignments will assess your understanding and practical experience. These are:
- Understanding the Context of Coaching and Mentoring in a Strategic Business Environment
- Undertaking Coaching or Mentoring at a Senior and Strategic Level
- Reflecting on Your Ability to Perform Effectively as a Coach or Mentor at a Senior Level.
You will also be required to evidence your 20 hours of coaching practice.Â
What will the course lead on to?
Upon completion of the ILM Level 7 course for coaching and mentoring at an executive level, participants can expect a pathway to various career advancements and professional opportunities.
What support is available?
We have a team of staff dedicated to providing learning support if required, as well as a Wellbeing Team that is on hand to offer guidance, support, and help when needed. Additionally, eligible students can access a wide range of finance and funding support to help them during their time at college.
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Why should I choose to study the course at Warrington & Vale Royal College?
Our professional qualifications are supported by digital learning platforms and tools, making it easier than ever to learn at your own pace. With a team of experienced tutors who are experts in their fields, you’ll benefit from their real-world knowledge and strong industry connections, enhancing your learning experience and opening doors to exciting career opportunities.
What are the entry requirements?
There are no formal entry requirements to study on this course, however a pre-course assessment and course discussion will be required to ensure you are suitable for the course and the level of study. Due to the nature of the course content and the assignments, it is also encouraged that you are responsible for or manage people as part of your job.
What are my funding options?
For further information about funding, please contact our Learner Services Team on 01925 494400 or learner.services@wvr.ac.uk.
Are there any additional costs associated with the course?
There are no additional costs associated with this course.
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