CMI Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading (Distance Learning)
- Location
- Distance/Online Learning
- SCQF Level
- 5
- Start Date & time
- Various start dates
- Qualification Type
- Other non-advanced qual
- Course Type
- Part-Time
- Duration
- 6 months (approx.)
£775.00
This CMI Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading (Distance Learning) qualification is designed for practising or aspiring team leaders to support the development of their skills in leading a team, making sure that the team’s work achieves organisational objectives, and contributes to planning, problem-solving and decision making.
What will I learn?
During this CMI Level 2 Team Leading course, participants will complete 3 units:
2006 Developing Team Needs
This unit is about inducting a new team member and identifying, planning and implementing team training. On completion of the unit, you will:
- Understand how to plan and implement induction for a new team member
- Understand how to identify and plan the training needs of team members
- Be able to train a team member to carry out a task
2008 Being a team leader
This unit is about the responsibilities of a team leader and the impact of leadership style and motivational techniques on team performance. On completion of the unit, you will understand:
- Organisational requirements for a team leader
- A range of leadership styles applicable to different situations
- How the team leader builds a shared sense of purpose with a team
2009 Introduction to Team Leading
This unit is about the foundation skills and knowledge of a team leader.
On completion of the unit, you will:
- Understand the role of the team leader
- Be able to construct a personal development plan
- Understand and communicate instructions and plans
- Understand how to develop and maintain working relationships
- Understand how to construct and monitor a work plan
- Understand how to give feedback to the team
Assignments and accreditation
Participants are required to submit an assignment for the unit.
The qualifications have been designed for practising or aspiring managers in roles such as:
- Team Leader
- Supervisor
- Project Officer
- Shift Manager
- Foreperson
The course is delivered distance learning with 1-2-1 remote support visits from the tutor as required. It is expected that learners will complete this Certificate within 6 months.
CMI Levels explained:
Levels 2 and 3
Designed for aspiring, supervisory or first-line managers. Levels 2 and 3 offer a broad range of knowledge, ranging from team leading to project and resource management.
Levels 4 and 5
For mid-managers, Levels 4 and 5 are more appropriate as they focus on developing core management skills such as managing resources, recruitment and information management.
Levels 6 and 7
Levels 6 and 7 are developed for senior managers who have the responsibility to translate organisational strategy into effective performance.
Entry requirements (minimum)
- There are no formal entry requirements however as the units are traditionally assessed through assignment-based work therefore you will need to have a good understanding of the English language and writing.
- Some basic ICT skills will also be required to research, produce your work and send it to the tutor for marking. We can support you with any learning needs you may have.
- Ideally, you need to be working within an organisation or role where you can demonstrate skills and apply knowledge. Alternatively, you could draw on previous experience within an organisation or use an organisation you are familiar with.
- If you are unsure about meeting entry requirements please speak to the college before booking the course and we will be happy to help you find the best course and approach for you.
Jobs and further study
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