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ILM Level 3 Award, Certificate, Diploma and Extended Diploma in Leadership and Management Skills

ILM-accredited online qualification for new and aspiring managers. Develop the leadership skills you need to lead teams and deliver results — no funding restrictions, no employer requirement.

Award: ~3 months | Extended Diploma: ~18 monthsILM Approved

Overview

The ILM Level 3 Award, Certificate, Diploma and Extended Diploma in Leadership and Management Skills is designed for new and aspiring managers, team leaders, and supervisors who want to develop their leadership capabilities and manage their teams with confidence. This flexible qualification is available in four sizes — Award, Certificate, Diploma, and Extended Diploma — allowing you to choose the depth of study that best matches your career goals and available time. Whether you want a focused short programme or a comprehensive qualification, there is a route for you. The programme covers the essential skills of first-line management: understanding and applying different leadership styles, motivating and developing your team, managing performance and wellbeing, communicating effectively with stakeholders, and building resilience through change. As an ILM-approved centre, VQ Solutions delivers this qualification 100% online through Leader Study Pro, our dedicated ILM learning platform. All learning is work-based — you apply your skills directly in your role as you study, with no exams and assessment through a portfolio of evidence. Learners who complete an ILM programme also receive complimentary studying membership from The Institute of Leadership. This qualification was introduced by VQ Solutions as a direct alternative to the Level 3 Team Leader Supervisor Apprenticeship, following the withdrawal of government funding for that programme.

Studied and enrolled on Leader Study Pro

Leader Study Pro is the online learning platform from VQ Solutions built specifically for ILM qualifications. You enrol, study, upload your portfolio evidence and receive assessor feedback there, with the qualification awarded by ILM (City & Guilds) through VQ Solutions as the approved centre.

PathwayQualification numberCreditsTypical completionEnrolment fee
Award8723-1110~3 months£449
Certificate8723-2119~6 months£949
Diploma8723-3134~9 months£1,299
Extended Diploma8723-4183~18 months£1,599

One-time individual enrolment fees, inclusive of UK VAT. Employer-funded and invoiced enrolments are available on request.

Programme Content

1Leadership Styles and Behaviours

Explore the range of leadership and management styles, understand their impact, and develop your own approach to leading people effectively.

2Motivating and Developing Your Team

Learn techniques to inspire, engage, and develop your team members, supporting their professional growth and improving team performance.

3Managing Performance and Wellbeing

Understand how to set clear expectations, monitor performance, manage underperformance, and support team wellbeing in the workplace.

4Communication and Influencing Skills

Develop the written and verbal communication skills needed to engage stakeholders, resolve conflict, and influence outcomes at all levels.

5Planning, Delegating and Managing Workloads

Learn to plan effectively, prioritise tasks, delegate with confidence, and ensure your team meets its objectives on time.

6Problem Solving and Decision Making

Build structured approaches to identifying problems, evaluating options, and making sound decisions in a management context.

7Managing Change and Building Resilience

Understand how to lead your team through change, manage resistance, and foster a culture of adaptability and resilience.

8Coaching and Mentoring Your Team

Develop practical coaching and mentoring skills to unlock your team members' potential and support continuous improvement.

Entry Requirements

  • Aged 18 or over
  • No formal academic entry requirements
  • Ideally in or aspiring to a team leader or supervisory role
  • Good literacy and numeracy skills

Career Outcomes

This qualification can lead to roles such as:

Team Leader
Supervisor
First Line Manager
Section Manager
Junior Manager

Frequently Asked Questions

Key Facts

Level
Level 3
Qualification Numbers
8723-11, 8723-21, 8723-31, 8723-41
Sizes Available
Award, Certificate, Diploma, Extended Diploma
Delivery
100% Online via Leader Study Pro
Assessment
Portfolio of evidence (no exams)
Accreditation
ILM (City & Guilds)
Entry Requirements
No formal requirements — 18+
Membership
Institute of Leadership studying membership included

Payment Options

Enrolment and study for this qualification take place on Leader Study Pro, our ILM learning platform. Pathways start at £449 including VAT, with Klarna and Clearpay instalments available at checkout, subject to status.

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