CMI Level 5 Diploma in Professional Coaching Practice (RQF)
This Course at a Glance
- Achieve the highest Level 5 coaching qualification from the CMI
- Master four core units, including advanced strategies and practical application
- Engage in applied coaching practice and supervision in a real work environment
- Equivalent to a foundation degree level qualification
- Gain Chartered Manager status
- 100% online study
- No exams
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CMI Level 5 Diploma in Professional Coaching Practice (RQF)
This Course at a Glance
- Achieve the highest Level 5 coaching qualification from the CMI
- Master four core units, including advanced strategies and practical application
- Engage in applied coaching practice and supervision in a real work environment
- Equivalent to a foundation degree level qualification
- Gain Chartered Manager status
- 100% online study
- No exams
About your course
The CMI Level 5 Diploma in Professional Coaching Practice (RQF) is the most comprehensive qualification in the Level 5 suite, designed for serious professionals seeking advanced professional coaching training. This Diploma is a robust Level 5 coaching qualification that gives you the deep knowledge and practical skills to excel as a Professional Coach, whether internally or as an external consultant.
The Diploma goes beyond the Certificate and Award by covering four critical units, focusing not only on the principles and roles of a coach but also on advanced strategies and the essential practical application of coaching in a real-world setting. You will learn to plan, prepare, and deliver effective professional coaching, participate in coaching supervision, and create a strong professional development plan.
By completing this CMI professional coaching course, you will have demonstrated a high level of professionalism, ethical behaviour, strategic decision-making, and commitment to continual learning, making you a highly valuable asset to any organisation.
Achieve Chartered Manager Status through learndirect
With learndirect, you can achieve Chartered Manager (CMgr) status - the highest professional accreditation from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) - directly through your CMI-approved qualification*.
When you complete your course with us, you become eligible for Chartered status without any extra assessments or interviews, instantly validating your leadership capability, strategic decision-making and commitment to professional growth.
This globally recognised designation strengthens your CV, boosts your earning potential, and gives you access to exclusive CMI tools, resources and member benefits, making it the ideal pathway for ambitious leaders ready to advance their careers with credibility and confidence.
*Additional fee applies
Getting started
With learndirect, you’ll study entirely online, giving you the flexibility to learn at your own pace while balancing work and personal commitments. Our user-friendly platform is available 24/7, and you’ll benefit from expert tutor support throughout your professional coaching course.
As part of your enrolment, you’ll also receive Affiliate CMI Membership (if you’re not already a member). This gives you access to exclusive resources, tools, and professional networks to support your development.
Modules
Unit CMI 531: Principles of Professional Coaching
Guided Learning Hours – 16
Total Unit Time – 60
Credits – 6
On successful completion of this unit, you will:
- Understand the principles of professional coaching
- Understand the process for contracting and delivering professional coaching
Unit CMI 532: The Role of the Professional Coach
Guided Learning Hours – 28
Total Unit Time – 90
Credits – 9
On successful completion of this unit, you will:
- Understand the knowledge, skills and behaviours for delivering professional coaching
- Understand how to manage the coaching relationship
- Understand how Professional Coaches can be supported in their coaching role
Unit CMI 533: Strategies for Delivering Professional Coaching
Guided Learning Hours – 16
Total Unit Time – 70
Credits – 7
On successful completion of this unit, you will:
- Understand strategies for delivering professional coaching
- Be able to recommend strategies for delivering professional coaching
Unit CMI 534: Professional Coaching Practice
Guided Learning Hours – 32
Total Unit Time – 150
Credits – 15
On successful completion of this unit, you will:
- Be able to plan, prepare and deliver effective professional coaching
- Be able to reflect on professional coaching practice to improve coaching capability
Entry Requirements
This qualification is designed for individuals working in or aspiring to be in management or leadership roles who want to deepen their knowledge of professional coaching. To enrol, you should have an excellent command of written English and confidence in carrying out independent research.
Minimum age restriction
You must be aged 19 or older to enrol on this course.
Average completion timeframe
The average time it takes to complete this course is 12 months. You have 24 months to complete it.
Assessment requirements
This qualification is assessed through written assignments. You’ll apply coaching theory to workplace-based examples and demonstrate your understanding of professional coaching practice.
Placement or practical required
No placement required but learners do need to be in an appropriate work setting to allow them to satisfy the criteria of the qualification.
If placement or practical required, when?
Learners need to be in an appropriate work setting for the duration of the course.
Certification timeframe
You should receive your certificate in 12 weeks, but that can be extended if an EQA sample is required.
Course fees
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
This comprehensive professional coaching course is assessed entirely through coursework and practical workplace application. You’ll complete written assignments and, crucially, demonstrate your ability to deliver professional coaching in a real-world working environment.
This practical, assignment-based approach ensures that the advanced skills gained through your professional coaching training are directly applicable and transferable to your professional role.
CMI
Upon successful completion of this course, you will have achieved a nationally recognised Level 5 Diploma in Professional Coaching Practice (qualification number: 610/0905/2).
The Chartered Management Institute is a professional institution for management based in the United Kingdom.
The Chartered Management Institute is a professional institution for management based in the United Kingdom.
Completing the CMI Level 5 coaching qualification is a powerful career move that demonstrates comprehensive competence in coaching practice, strategy, and ethical application. This prepares you for advanced roles including:
- Professional Coach (Internal or External)
- Leadership Coach
- Learning & Development Manager
- Middle Manager
- Operational Manager
- Departmental Manager
This Diploma also provides the ideal foundation for further professional development, allowing you to progress to:
- CMI Level 5 Qualifications in Management and Leadership
- CMI Level 6 Professional Coach Supervision
- CMI Level 7 Qualifications in Leadership Coaching and Mentoring
Chartered Manager Status
Become a Chartered Manager with learndirect
Boost your career and gain recognition as a high-performing leader by working towards Chartered Manager (CMgr) status through your CMI qualification. This prestigious designation can be achieved automatically when you complete a qualifying course with learndirect*.
What Is Chartered Manager?
Chartered Manager is the highest accreditation awarded by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). It is a globally respected mark of leadership excellence.
Achieving CMgr shows that you:
- Meet the CMI’s rigorous professional standards
- Deliver measurable organisational impact
- Lead teams confidently and ethically
- Commit to ongoing professional development
You’ll also gain access to CMI’s CPD tools, digital resources and exclusive member benefits.
Why Work Towards Chartered Manager?
Prove your leadership capability
CMgr status is recognised as the benchmark for managerial excellence.
Stand out to employers
2 in 3 hiring managers report they are more likely to interview a Chartered Manager.
Boost your earning potential
Managers who achieve CMgr status report an average salary increase of £13,000.
Enhance your professional profile
Add the respected post-nominals CMgr after your name.
Your Route to CMgr with learndirect
Our flexible online CMI qualifications provide a direct pathway to Chartered Manager status, with no separate assessments or interviews required.
With learndirect, you can:
- Earn a respected CMI qualification
- Build practical, career-ready leadership skills
- Become eligible for Chartered status upon completion*
- Strengthen your CV and future progression opportunities
- Study flexibly around work and life commitments
Who Is Chartered Manager For?
CMgr is ideal for:
- Managers ready to progress into senior roles
- Team leaders and project leads
- Professionals wanting recognised leadership credentials
- Anyone aiming to enhance career prospects and earning potential
- Learners completing a CMI management programme
Start Your Chartered Manager Journey
Invest in your professional future, gain industry-recognised credibility, and unlock new career opportunities with Chartered Manager status.
*Additional fee applies
Frequently Asked Questions
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CMI Level 5 Diploma in Professional Coaching Practice (RQF)
This Course at a Glance
- Achieve the highest Level 5 coaching qualification from the CMI
- Master four core units, including advanced strategies and practical application
- Engage in applied coaching practice and supervision in a real work environment
- Equivalent to a foundation degree level qualification
- Gain Chartered Manager status
- 100% online study
- No exams
About your course
The CMI Level 5 Diploma in Professional Coaching Practice (RQF) is the most comprehensive qualification in the Level 5 suite, designed for serious professionals seeking advanced professional coaching training. This Diploma is a robust Level 5 coaching qualification that gives you the deep knowledge and practical skills to excel as a Professional Coach, whether internally or as an external consultant.
The Diploma goes beyond the Certificate and Award by covering four critical units, focusing not only on the principles and roles of a coach but also on advanced strategies and the essential practical application of coaching in a real-world setting. You will learn to plan, prepare, and deliver effective professional coaching, participate in coaching supervision, and create a strong professional development plan.
By completing this CMI professional coaching course, you will have demonstrated a high level of professionalism, ethical behaviour, strategic decision-making, and commitment to continual learning, making you a highly valuable asset to any organisation.
Achieve Chartered Manager Status through learndirect
With learndirect, you can achieve Chartered Manager (CMgr) status - the highest professional accreditation from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) - directly through your CMI-approved qualification*.
When you complete your course with us, you become eligible for Chartered status without any extra assessments or interviews, instantly validating your leadership capability, strategic decision-making and commitment to professional growth.
This globally recognised designation strengthens your CV, boosts your earning potential, and gives you access to exclusive CMI tools, resources and member benefits, making it the ideal pathway for ambitious leaders ready to advance their careers with credibility and confidence.
*Additional fee applies
Getting started
With learndirect, you’ll study entirely online, giving you the flexibility to learn at your own pace while balancing work and personal commitments. Our user-friendly platform is available 24/7, and you’ll benefit from expert tutor support throughout your professional coaching course.
As part of your enrolment, you’ll also receive Affiliate CMI Membership (if you’re not already a member). This gives you access to exclusive resources, tools, and professional networks to support your development.
Modules
Unit CMI 531: Principles of Professional Coaching
Guided Learning Hours – 16
Total Unit Time – 60
Credits – 6
On successful completion of this unit, you will:
- Understand the principles of professional coaching
- Understand the process for contracting and delivering professional coaching
Unit CMI 532: The Role of the Professional Coach
Guided Learning Hours – 28
Total Unit Time – 90
Credits – 9
On successful completion of this unit, you will:
- Understand the knowledge, skills and behaviours for delivering professional coaching
- Understand how to manage the coaching relationship
- Understand how Professional Coaches can be supported in their coaching role
Unit CMI 533: Strategies for Delivering Professional Coaching
Guided Learning Hours – 16
Total Unit Time – 70
Credits – 7
On successful completion of this unit, you will:
- Understand strategies for delivering professional coaching
- Be able to recommend strategies for delivering professional coaching
Unit CMI 534: Professional Coaching Practice
Guided Learning Hours – 32
Total Unit Time – 150
Credits – 15
On successful completion of this unit, you will:
- Be able to plan, prepare and deliver effective professional coaching
- Be able to reflect on professional coaching practice to improve coaching capability
Entry Requirements
This qualification is designed for individuals working in or aspiring to be in management or leadership roles who want to deepen their knowledge of professional coaching. To enrol, you should have an excellent command of written English and confidence in carrying out independent research.
Minimum age restriction
You must be aged 19 or older to enrol on this course.
Average completion timeframe
The average time it takes to complete this course is 12 months. You have 24 months to complete it.
Assessment requirements
This qualification is assessed through written assignments. You’ll apply coaching theory to workplace-based examples and demonstrate your understanding of professional coaching practice.
Placement or practical required
No placement required but learners do need to be in an appropriate work setting to allow them to satisfy the criteria of the qualification.
If placement or practical required, when?
Learners need to be in an appropriate work setting for the duration of the course.
Certification timeframe
You should receive your certificate in 12 weeks, but that can be extended if an EQA sample is required.
Course fees
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
Assessment
This comprehensive professional coaching course is assessed entirely through coursework and practical workplace application. You’ll complete written assignments and, crucially, demonstrate your ability to deliver professional coaching in a real-world working environment.
This practical, assignment-based approach ensures that the advanced skills gained through your professional coaching training are directly applicable and transferable to your professional role.
Qualifications
CMI
Upon successful completion of this course, you will have achieved a nationally recognised Level 5 Diploma in Professional Coaching Practice (qualification number: 610/0905/2).
The Chartered Management Institute is a professional institution for management based in the United Kingdom.
The Chartered Management Institute is a professional institution for management based in the United Kingdom.
Completing the CMI Level 5 coaching qualification is a powerful career move that demonstrates comprehensive competence in coaching practice, strategy, and ethical application. This prepares you for advanced roles including:
- Professional Coach (Internal or External)
- Leadership Coach
- Learning & Development Manager
- Middle Manager
- Operational Manager
- Departmental Manager
This Diploma also provides the ideal foundation for further professional development, allowing you to progress to:
- CMI Level 5 Qualifications in Management and Leadership
- CMI Level 6 Professional Coach Supervision
- CMI Level 7 Qualifications in Leadership Coaching and Mentoring
Frequently Asked Questions
Chartered Manager Status
Become a Chartered Manager with learndirect
Boost your career and gain recognition as a high-performing leader by working towards Chartered Manager (CMgr) status through your CMI qualification. This prestigious designation can be achieved automatically when you complete a qualifying course with learndirect*.
What Is Chartered Manager?
Chartered Manager is the highest accreditation awarded by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). It is a globally respected mark of leadership excellence.
Achieving CMgr shows that you:
- Meet the CMI’s rigorous professional standards
- Deliver measurable organisational impact
- Lead teams confidently and ethically
- Commit to ongoing professional development
You’ll also gain access to CMI’s CPD tools, digital resources and exclusive member benefits.
Why Work Towards Chartered Manager?
Prove your leadership capability
CMgr status is recognised as the benchmark for managerial excellence.
Stand out to employers
2 in 3 hiring managers report they are more likely to interview a Chartered Manager.
Boost your earning potential
Managers who achieve CMgr status report an average salary increase of £13,000.
Enhance your professional profile
Add the respected post-nominals CMgr after your name.
Your Route to CMgr with learndirect
Our flexible online CMI qualifications provide a direct pathway to Chartered Manager status, with no separate assessments or interviews required.
With learndirect, you can:
- Earn a respected CMI qualification
- Build practical, career-ready leadership skills
- Become eligible for Chartered status upon completion*
- Strengthen your CV and future progression opportunities
- Study flexibly around work and life commitments
Who Is Chartered Manager For?
CMgr is ideal for:
- Managers ready to progress into senior roles
- Team leaders and project leads
- Professionals wanting recognised leadership credentials
- Anyone aiming to enhance career prospects and earning potential
- Learners completing a CMI management programme
Start Your Chartered Manager Journey
Invest in your professional future, gain industry-recognised credibility, and unlock new career opportunities with Chartered Manager status.
*Additional fee applies
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