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Course Overview
Effective coaching is about more than offering advice. It involves listening carefully, understanding individual needs and helping people recognise their potential. The CMI Level 5 Award in Principles of Professional Coaching (RQF) introduces you to the knowledge and principles behind effective professional coaching. Awarded by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and regulated by Ofqual, this qualification provides a recognised starting point for developing your coaching skills and supporting the personal and professional growth of others.
Through this Level 5 professional coaching course, you will explore coaching principles, professional responsibilities, ethical practices and the importance of building positive coaching relationships. You will develop an understanding of how effective coaching can help individuals identify development needs, overcome challenges and work towards their goals. The qualification is suitable for aspiring coaches, managers, team leaders and learning and development professionals who want to strengthen their knowledge of professional coaching.
With Global Edulink, you can study this CMI Level 5 coaching qualification fully online and at your own pace. You will benefit from engaging e-learning materials, dedicated mentor support and guidance with your assignments throughout your studies. Additional learner benefits include up to five free CPD courses, access to webinars, career support and the option to pause your studies for up to 180 days. These benefits give you greater flexibility to develop your coaching knowledge around your existing commitments.
Completing this Level 5 coaching award may support career progression towards roles such as Careers Adviser, Training Officer or Learning Mentor, depending on your experience and additional qualifications. You can also progress to the CMI Level 5 Certificate in Principles of Professional Coaching (RQF), followed by the CMI Level 5 Certificate or Diploma in Professional Coaching Practice (RQF). Other development pathways include professional mentoring, team coaching, management and leadership, and learning and development. Build a strong foundation for supporting others through effective professional coaching.
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Course Highlights
Flexible, self-paced online learning designed for working professionals.
An Ofqual-regulated qualification awarded by CMI.
Develop professional coaching knowledge relevant to real workplace situations.
A recognised foundation for further study in coaching and mentoring.
Why Choose This Course?
Experience a flexible and supportive learning journey with comprehensive course materials, dedicated guidance and valuable features designed to help you successfully complete your qualification.
Why Study With Global Edulink?
We offer flexible, career-focused courses designed to help you develop professional knowledge, strengthen your skills and achieve your learning goals.
Study towards qualifications awarded by recognised and regulated awarding organisations.
Learn with guidance from experienced education professionals.
Balance your studies with work, family and personal commitments.
Benefit from affordable pricing, discounts and available payment options.
Receive dedicated mentor support throughout your learning journey.
Learning Outcomes
Understand the fundamental principles and purpose of professional coaching.
Recognise the responsibilities and ethical standards involved in professional coaching.
Understand how effective coaching relationships support individual development.
Identify coaching approaches that can help individuals achieve personal and professional goals.
Who Is This Course For?
- •Aspiring coaches interested in understanding professional coaching.
- •Managers and team leaders looking to develop their coaching knowledge.
- •Learning and development professionals interested in supporting individual growth.
- •Individuals seeking a recognised Level 5 qualification in professional coaching.
Is This Qualification Suitable for You?
This qualification may suit people from different academic & professional backgrounds, including those not listed above. Speak to a course adviser to check your eligibility and career options.
Entry Requirements
This course is suitable for learners aged 18 or older.
There are no additional national entry requirements to fulfil.
We understand that every learner has a different educational and professional background. If you do not see your qualification listed or are unsure whether you meet the entry requirements, our team is happy to help. We also welcome applicants without formal qualifications, particularly where relevant work experience or other learning can demonstrate suitability for the course.
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Skills Gained
This course gives you practical Professional Coaching skills you can use straight away, with support at every stage.
Identify professional coaching principles and approaches that support individual development.
Understand effective communication and relationship-building techniques used in coaching.
Recognise ethical responsibilities and professional boundaries within coaching relationships.
Evaluate coaching approaches to identify suitable strategies for supporting development goals.
Course Curriculum
16 Guided Learning Hours
CMI
Awarded by
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) was established in 1947 and is the UK’s leading professional body for management and leadership. CMI qualifications and membership support individuals in developing effective management skills, strengthening leadership capability, and progressing in their professional careers.
What is Ofqual?
Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) is the independent regulator responsible for overseeing qualifications, examinations and assessments in England. Its role is to maintain confidence in the qualifications system by ensuring that regulated qualifications are developed, assessed, and awarded to appropriate standards.
Ofqual regulates recognised awarding organisations and monitors whether they meet the required regulatory conditions. This helps ensure that qualifications are reliable, consistent, fair, and provide a meaningful measure of learners’ knowledge, skills and achievements
An Ofqual-regulated qualification is a qualification that is awarded by an awarding organisation officially recognised and regulated by Ofqual. This provides learners, employers and education providers with assurance that the qualification operates within a recognised quality and regulatory framework.
Course Advantages
Make the most of our extra support.
Earn a Level 5 award that is useful for further study and career development.
Study through professionally narrated e-learning modules.
Gain both theoretical knowledge and practical Professional Coaching skills.
Enhance your employability with industry-relevant knowledge and skills.
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Method of Assessment
Written assignments for each unit.
Assessed internally, with external moderation by CMI.
No end-of-course examinations.
Graded Pass or Refer. You pass when you meet every assessment criterion.
Certificate
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the CMI Level 5 Award in Principles of Professional Coaching (RQF) certification by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).
Career Progression
After completing this qualification, you can apply for roles that value the knowledge gained through the CMI Level 5 Award in Principles of Professional Coaching (RQF).
1
Careers Adviser
£32,500 Approx./pa
2
Training Officer
£32,000 Approx./pa
3
Learning Mentor
£24,000 Approx./pa
Academic Progression
Successfully completing this qualification can help you with further study:
Progress to the CMI Level 5 Certificate in Principles of Professional Coaching (RQF) to deepen your understanding of coaching principles, professional responsibilities and effective coaching approaches.
Advance to the CMI Level 5 Certificate in Professional Coaching Practice (RQF) to build your knowledge of coaching delivery and develop your professional capabilities.
Progress to the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Professional Coaching Practice (RQF) to gain a broader understanding of professional coaching and strengthen your practical coaching expertise.
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