Free Level 3 Management and Leadership Training in Birkenhead

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyChartered Management Institute

About this course

Free Level 3 Management and Leadership Course in Birkenhead. Evening classes run at Wirral Met College, so you can study around your existing job. The course takes one year part-time. You'll cover the principles of management and leadership, building the knowledge employers look for in team leaders and managers. The CMI Level 3 Management and Leadership Qualification carries real weight with employers across most sectors. To enrol, you'll need to be 19 or over on or before 31st August, and hold five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above (including English or Maths), or a relevant Level 2 qualification with English or Maths at the same level.

Who this course is for

The demand for effective leaders and managers is increasing. Employers are offering Leadership and Manager qualifications to their employees as a way to develop and retain their existing workforce, ready to become their leaders and managers of the future or improve their current practices. We offer bespoke courses to enable employers to help to develop their current and future leaders and managers. The Level 3 qualification in Principles of Management and Leadership is aimed at practising or aspiring managers. Students will learn to supervise or manage a team to achieve clearly defined outcomes and monitor goals and objectives by providing instruction, direction and guidance. Day to day operational and project activities are a key part of their role. If you would like to upskill and develop your employees please contact Employer Services on 0151 551 7610.

Entry requirements

You must be 19 or over on or before 31st August to study on this course. You will need either: A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grades 4/C or above including English and/or Maths (or L2 Functional Skills in English and/or Maths) A relevant Level 2 qualification and English or Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or L2 Functional Skills in English and/or Maths) If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL d

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles of management and how to apply them in a team setting.
  • You'll develop knowledge of leadership styles and when to use them.
  • You'll learn how to plan, organise, and prioritise workloads effectively.
  • You'll explore how to communicate clearly and confidently with a team.
  • You'll study how to manage performance and support staff development.
  • You'll examine how organisations work and how managers contribute to business goals.

How you will learn

Classes are held in the evening at Wirral Met College. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions, group discussion, and practical activities. Assessment is through written assignments and work-based tasks that relate to real management situations. The CMI framework underpins the course structure throughout.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wirral Met College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Team Leader, supervising day-to-day work of a small team
  • Supervisor, overseeing staff performance and workflow
  • Section Manager, managing a department or operational area
  • Operations Coordinator, keeping processes running smoothly
  • Assistant Manager, supporting senior management in any sector
  • Project Coordinator, planning and tracking project tasks

What you could study next

  • CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership. The natural next step if you move into a middle-management role and want a higher-level management and leadership qualification.
  • Level 5 Operations or Departmental Manager Apprenticeship. Combines work-based learning with a recognised qualification for those already in a management role.
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Chartered Manager status. A longer-term goal once you have experience and a Level 5 qualification behind you.

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