Happy has developed a Level 5 programme for experienced managers who want to become modern, empowering leaders.
After completing the programme, you will understand when people work at their best and how to enable that. It is based around the principles of The Happy Manifesto and our flagship Happy Leadership Programme.
The whole programme is available at little or no additional cost, funded through the government’s Apprenticeship Levy or co-investment schemes.
Course Overview
What you will learn
The Level 5 Development Programme is designed to support experienced managers in refining their leadership skills, improving strategic thinking, and fostering a culture of empowerment within their teams. Through expert-led coaching, hands-on projects, and peer learning, you will gain the confidence and expertise to drive meaningful change in your organisation.
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 1-1 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.
Duration
14 months
Level
Level 5
Location
Online| Classroom
Certificate
1 Certification | 1 Diploma
Experience
Managers and open to all
You will have the insights and tools required to effectively plan and manage your own personal development and develop key skills to improve your effectiveness through prioritising and planning.
You will understand who you are as a leader and identify what enables you and what stops you reaching your leadership potential.
You will be excited about your leadership role, with a clear understanding of how to improve your personal effectiveness and build strong relationships.
You will have the skills needed to build and maintain a high performing team in which members are empowered to take full accountability.
You will learn how to create a project, from developing an idea through to writing the final evaluation. You will learn about a range of practical project planning and management tools.
You will be able to monitor budgets to ensure value for money and understand the key principles of organisational governance and compliance.
You will be able to improve your communication in the workplace by considering the different people you communicate with and the appropriate method to use. You will be given a chance to give a presentation on how you have applied a principle from the modules to date.
You will develop practical skills in order to build effective working relationships.
You will be able to effectively lead your team in line with organisational strategy and operational plans. You will also be able to work with data and create reports.
You will understand the process of identifying and solving problems in creative ways and evaluating options to decide on the best solutions.
Delivering people-focused training that gets results.
Practical, hands-on learning, not just theory.
1:1 coaching, mentorship, and interactive workshops.
Apprenticeships are government-funded with no cost for eligible learners.
How much does it cost?
We offer three different pricing options depending on your organisation’s funding eligibility.
£7,000
£60
Per Person
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.
£5,000
£450
Per Person(+VAT)
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).
£9,000
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
We offer three different pricing options depending on your organisation’s funding eligibility.
Issued by IfATE (Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
Issued by the Institute of Leadership
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.
Speak to our team who are there to help with discussing options!
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.
Don’t just take it from us
“The course has changed the whole way I work and made my working so much more productive and enjoyable. It has enabled me to arrange my work from what was a busy five-day week into four days (to enable me to study on the fifth), and actually the changes I learned and implemented enabled me to fit more into the four days than I previously fit into the five.”
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