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Level 3 Leadership and Management Course in Reading

Cost£875
Duration6 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

Alan Hester Associates lists a fee of £875. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Alan Hester Associates for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 Leadership and Management Course in Reading. Classes run at Alan Hester Associates Reading, part-time during the day. Fees apply for most learners, though you may be eligible for a learner loan to help cover the cost.

The course covers the core skills of leading a team, managing people through change, and improving performance at work. You'll explore communication, decision-making, and how to handle the pressures that come with a management role. The course typically takes six months to complete.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Certificate in Leadership and Management Skills at Level 3.

Who this course is for

This qualification is ideal if you are first time manager or have management responsibilities but no formal training, The level 3 in Leadership and Management will give you the knowledge to develop your abilities and gain valuable skill. It’s particularly suited to practising team leaders seeking to move up to the next level of management, and managers who need to lead people through organisational change, budget cuts or other pressures. The aim of this course is to enhance performance, increase confidence and help managers to enjoy this challenging and rewarding role.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements, although a short interview is mandatory.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop techniques for leading and motivating a team.
  • You'll learn how to manage people through organisational change and workplace pressures.
  • You'll practise decision-making and problem-solving in a management context.
  • You'll build skills in planning, delegating, and monitoring team performance.
  • You'll explore communication strategies for working with staff and stakeholders.
  • You'll understand how to set objectives and give constructive feedback.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based workshops in Reading. Learning is built around practical activities, group discussion, and real workplace scenarios. Assessment is through written assignments, and you'll receive personal feedback on each one. A mentor supports you throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Alan Hester Associates Reading will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Team leader, manages day-to-day work of a small team.
  • Supervisor, oversees staff performance and workflow.
  • Shift manager, leads a team across a specific shift or period.
  • First line manager, the first level of management in an organisation.
  • Operations coordinator, keeps processes running smoothly across a team.
  • Department manager, takes responsibility for a whole business area.

What you could study next

  • Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership, the natural next step for those moving into senior or middle management roles.
  • Level 5 Operations Manager Apprenticeship, combines work-based learning with a higher-level management qualification.
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI) qualifications at Level 5 or above, recognised by employers for professional management development.
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