Level 3 Award and Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring

New for 2026

Designed for leaders and managers or anyone wanting to develop expertise in coaching and mentoring, these flexible qualifications build the knowledge and skills needed to coach and mentor effectively in today’s workplace.

Who’s it for?

Our new qualifications are designed to meet the evolving needs of learners, employers and training providers with a focus on:

Team leaders and first line managers.

Professionals with additional coaching or mentoring responsibilities seeking additional development or progression.

Learners balancing work and study with flexible routes to achievement.

For providers:

Expand your offer and simplify delivery

Flexible delivery options: classroom, blended, or workplace.

Access to qualification handbook, assignment pack and supporting guidance for smooth onboarding and delivery. 

Flexible assessment format, tailored to your learner's journey and needs.

Future-ready content aligned with employer needs.

For learners:

Build confidence and progress your career

Choose Award or Certificate routes to fit your goals.

Flexible assessment approach through real-world experience.

Apply knowledge and skills immediately in your workplace - learn today, coach or mentor tomorrow.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be supported by your provider for faster progression.

For employers:

Build future coaches and mentors who drive results

Develop confident coaches and mentors who can motivate, empower, and enable personal transformation.

Supports organisational priorities: wellbeing, problem-solving and professional practice.

Immediate workplace application provides quick return on investment and improves confidence and retention.

Straightforward programmes designed to fit around operational needs.

Future-proof your workforce with inclusive leadership development.

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Download Qualification Documents

Download the handbook for full details on structure, units, and assessment.

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Eligibility for Fast Track approval

Existing ILM centres may be eligible for Fast Track approval for the qualifications listed below.

You may be eligible if you currently deliver one or more pathways within the comparable qualification suite shown.

Comparable qualification(s) currently delivered		Qualification available for Fast Track approval
Level 3 Effective Coaching - 8585 Pathways: -11, -14, -21, -24, -61, -62		Level 3 Coaching and Mentoring - 8687
Level 3 Effective Mentoring - 8586 Pathways: -11, -21, -61, -62
Level 3 Effective Coaching and Mentoring - 8587 Pathways: -21, -62

You can apply for Fast Track approval for up to 12 months from 28 September 2026.

If you believe you meet the eligibility criteria, please complete the Fast Track request form.

Apply for Fast Track approval

Core content included

Principles of Coaching and Mentoring

Coaching or Mentoring Practice

Reviewing to improve own Coaching or Mentoring Practice

Qualification Details

Award: GLH: 24 | TQT: 99

Certificate: GLH: 30 | TQT: 125

Assessment: Portfolio | Age: 16+ | No formal entry requirements.

Progression pathways

Clear progression to ILM Level 5 Coaching and Mentoring qualifications and Level 3 Leadership and Management and beyond, supporting lifelong learning and career development.

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