Free Level 2 Team Leading Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. Over 12 weeks, you'll cover the core skills of leading a team: communicating with people, managing performance, planning workloads, and supporting others at work. This free team leading course for adults is open to anyone aged 19 or over who lives in England. A level 2 team leading qualification is a solid foundation if you're moving into a supervisory role or want to formalise what you already do at work.
Who this course is for
19 years or above
Entry requirements
Eligible participants must be aged 19 or over on 31 August of the current academic year, reside in England on the first day of learning. Further eligiblity criteria may apply.
What you will learn
You'll understand the responsibilities of a team leader and how they differ from other roles.
You'll learn how to communicate clearly and effectively with your team.
You'll explore how to set objectives and monitor team performance.
You'll understand how to motivate individuals and support their development.
You'll learn how to manage conflict and handle difficult situations in the workplace.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in a team setting.
You'll explore how to plan and prioritise work to meet deadlines.
How you will learn
You'll complete written assignments and knowledge-based assessments online. Work is submitted digitally and assessed by a tutor. There are no exams. You study at your own pace over 12 weeks, logging in when it suits you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Adult Education in Gloucestershire will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Team Leader: supervise a small team in any sector
Shift Supervisor: oversee staff during a specific shift
Section Manager: manage a department or area within a business
Floor Supervisor: lead frontline staff in retail or hospitality
Office Coordinator: organise workflows and support a team
Production Supervisor: lead a team in a manufacturing or logistics setting
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Management: the next step if you want to move into a full management role.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to coach or train others at work.
CMI Level 3 Qualification in Management and Leadership: a well-known management qualification recognised by employers across sectors.
