Would you like to improve your skills in communication, leadership, management and influencing? Our Leading Change apprenticeship will enable you to develop and run a successful campaign or project.
This programme designed for campaigners, change agents, leaders and managers. You will develop your confidence, skills and knowledge in a supportive learning community over 12-20 months. On completion of the programme, you will receive a nationally recognised Level 3 or Level 5 Apprenticeship qualification, accredited by the Institute of Leadership and provides access to Chartered Manager status.
Happy is delighted to run this programme in partnership with the Democracy Network.
Course overview
This advanced apprenticeship will enable you to develop and run a successful campaign or project at work. You will develop your confidence, skills and knowledge in our supportive community. Skills you will develop include communication, problem-solving, goal setting, time management, coaching, influencing, negotiating, planning, and more.
You will also learn how to create a high trust, high performing workplace based on coaching and empowering staff, based on the principles of The Happy Manifesto.
You will learn through monthly training days, 1-to-1 coaching, action learning circles — and by using your knowledge and skills at work. As an apprenticeship qualification, the focus is on implementing ideas and on-the-job learning rather than sitting in long, dull lectures.
The Level 5 programme needs to be completed within 24 months, requiring a commitment of 450 hours learning in work time (6 hours per week).
This includes at least 12 in-person training days, plus online mutual support sessions and one-to-one coaching/review meetings. Learning at work means using methods covered in the course, such as working on a project, coaching colleagues, giving presentations, facilitating meetings, as well as relevant reading, TED talks and workshops.
The Level 3 programme needs to be completed within 14 months, requiring a commitment of 6 hours a week learning (in work time) for 12 months.
Our Level 3 is for new managers and team leaders. Level 5 is for more experienced managers and heads of departments.
Both Levels cover similar topics, but Level 5 covers a wider range of knowledge and skills, involves more time learning at work, and enables learners to develop and carry out a substantial change project or campaign at work.
So far all of our learners have opted for Level 5.
This programme is open to staff from any organisation who want to bring about change at work or in the world.
It will be particularly relevant if you are:
People who join this programme:
The programme is open to both current and new staff, of any age.
Duration
14 - 24 Months
Level
Level 3 or Level 5
Location
Online or Classroom
Certificate
1 Certification | 1 Diploma
Experience
For campaigners and change leaders
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Not sure which apprenticeship level is right for you or your team? Join our free taster session to explore our wide range of apprenticeship programmes.
How much does it cost?
If your organisation pays the Apprenticeship Levy (i.e., has an annual payroll of over £3 million), the full cost of the programme is covered by your Levy payments. The only additional charge is a £60 + VAT per person for membership of the Institute of Leadership.
For organisations that do not pay the Apprenticeship Levy (i.e., have a payroll below £3 million), the government covers 95% of the programme’s cost, leaving your organisation to contribute just £250 per person (+ VAT).
For individuals or organisations looking to fund the programme independently, the full cost is £5,000 per person. Flexible payment plans may be available upon request. This option is ideal for those who wish to invest in professional development outside of the apprenticeship funding system.
Certificate upon completion
Issued by IfATE (Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education)
Plus automatic upgrade of your membership with the Institute of Leadership, including post-nominal letters and digital credentials
Opportunity to apply for CMI Chartered Manager Status via their automatic route
Find out more about our management apprenticeship schemes and which one is right for you. Our team can talk you through the funding options and how it can work for your organisation.
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