Become the strategic learning partner your organisation needs. Drive business value through talent development, consultancy excellence, and transformational change.
Move from delivery into strategy. Build consultancy capability and drive business value through learning.
Lead L&D strategy across organisations. Design learning solutions aligned to business strategy.
Build talent development strategy. Develop pipelines and drive succession planning through learning.
Develop consultancy expertise. Add depth to L&D consulting and business partnership capability.
Lead learning design strategies. Build enterprise-level approaches to learning design and innovation.
Lead L&D during transformation. Build learning capability to support change and drive adoption.
Associate Diploma in Learning & Development
CIPD Level 5 diploma in L&D strategy and practice (ST0563). Formal qualification for L&D leadership roles.
Professional Coaching Practice
CMI Level 5 award in professional coaching practice. Coaching skills for L&D leaders and change support.
Diversity & Compliance
NCFE Level 2 certificate in equality and diversity. Ensure inclusive learning and workplace compliance.
L&D strategy, business alignment, organisational strategy, business partnership, strategic planning.
Organisational development, needs analysis, consultancy approaches, problem diagnosis, data-driven decisions.
Solution design, blended learning, curriculum design, implementation, change management.
Learning technology, digital innovation, virtual delivery, content platforms, emerging technologies.
Evaluation frameworks, impact measurement, data analytics, ROI, Kirkpatrick, business case building.
Change leadership, project management, stakeholder engagement, managing resistance, sustaining change.
CMI coaching, talent development, succession planning, coaching cultures, mentoring strategies.
Financial acumen, budget management, business case development, investment justification, cost control.
Professional standards, equality and diversity, GDPR, duty of care, ethics, continuous learning.
Lead consultancy project. Develop business proposal, implementation plan, demonstrate business impact.
Strategic thinking, business alignment, organisational strategy, consultancy foundations.
Organisational needs analysis, learning solution design, problem diagnosis, strategic planning.
Digital innovation, learning technology, evaluation frameworks, impact measurement, ROI.
Change leadership, coaching skills, talent development, financial management, business cases.
Lead real consultancy project within organisation. Develop business proposal and implementation plan.
Gateway readiness, EPA preparation, professional discussion, End-Point Assessment.
On completion you're eligible to apply for Associate CIPD (Assoc CIPD) membership with CIPD.
CIPD Level 5 diploma embedded in apprenticeship. Formal pathway to Chartered membership with further experience.
Assoc CIPD is recognised professional credential. Enhances career prospects and professional standing.
Membership includes continuing professional development (CPD) resources and community.
Designed for L&D leaders and consultants. Strategic thinking and business partnership at every module.
CIPD Level 5, CMI Coaching, NCFE Equality & Diversity. Multiple credentials for L&D leadership.
Lead real consultancy project. Demonstrate business impact and drive strategy within organisation.
On completion you're eligible for Associate CIPD membership. Formal professional credential.
Perfect for L&D managers and leaders stepping into strategic roles. Suits L&D professionals wanting to build consultancy capability.
Assoc CIPD eligible on completion. With experience and further development, path to CIPD Chartered Member (FCIPD).
16 months on-programme (12 learning + 4 EPA). Approximately 12-15 hours per week off-the-job training.
Up to £7,000 fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy. TESS Group helps employers maximise available funding.
Previous L&D experience recommended (typically 2+ years). Career changers with strong business background may be suitable.
Become the L&D strategic partner your organisation needs. CIPD Level 5. 16 months. Fully funded.
