Frequently Asked Questions about the ILM program
Knowledge Base for Level 5 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring in Management
1. What are the benefits of the Blended Learning Certificate for the candidates and employers?
Both the employer and the candidate will benefit from spending less time away from the workplace. Face-to-face training will be reduced from around 45 hours to just 12 hours. Candidates will have access to the course as and when it suits them giving greater flexibility. They can learn from any online computer at any time and from any location.
2. Does the programme conform to the ILM standards and the new unitisation of these awards?
Yes the programme has been designed to incorporate the whole ILM syllabus for the Level 5 Certificate in Coaching & Mentoring in Management - Units D5.01 and D5.02 plus part of D5.03. The online module provides tasks which enable the candidates to build up written work to use in their assignments.
3. Have ILM endorsed this programme?
Yes ILM have approved and “validated” our product which means that the programme:
- Meets the quality requirements of ILM
- Has been rigorously evaluated
- Is subject to review and updating every two years
- Provides approved support for, and is relevant to, ILM qualifications
- Is approved for use in other ILM centres by ILM Business/Quality Managers and EV’s, without further evaluation.
4. How long will it take for the average candidate to complete this module?
The level 5 online knowledge base is designed to cover the entire theory modules. We have found that candidates need to plan for 30 - 40 hours study and this will be discussed at induction and monitored by the course tutor who is managing the programme.
5. How does the online programme work in conjunction with the face to face training?
For each person/group we agree how the programme will be delivered in line with ILM requirements. We can integrate the online module in a number of ways;
We have found that one of the best approaches is to deliver initial training face-to-face which includes induction and then allow an agreed time period for the candidate to complete the online module (usually 8-12 weeks depending on workload etc). We will agree some targets and provide tutorial support by phone and email to help candidates get the most out of the programme.
6. What qualifications/entry requirements do I need?
There are no formal entry requirements however candidates will normally be practicing managers. Learners who have no formal qualifications in management but have several years experience and have completed some formal training in the role may also participate.
6. Can individuals attain this qualification?
Yes, until recently the qualification was generally offered to groups of candidates however we can now offer the qualification to individuals that have previous coaching experience or are able to implement coaching within their workplace.
Achievements of prior learning can sometimes be mapped across specific units reducing face to face training timescales further.
7. How will a candidate know how much time they need to allocate and what they should do?
This is made clear at the outset of the programme and tutors keep in touch with candidates. Any work deadlines will be agreed between the tutor and the candidate and recorded in writing for reference.
