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Level 5 Diploma — 12 Months — Professional Coaching Credential

CMI Level 5
Diploma in Professional
Coaching Practice

Master the art and science of professional coaching. The CMI Level 5 Diploma is the recognized qualification for executive coaches, leadership coaches, and coaching professionals. Combine psychology, evidence-based practice, and certification in this comprehensive programme.

CMI Accredited | 12-Month Delivery | 2-3 Days Per Week | 1-to-1 Coaching Focus | Supervised Practice
12
Month
Duration
CMI
Level 5
Diploma
Executive
Coaching
60+
Coaching
Hours
6
Core
Modules
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For Coaching
Professionals & Leaders

Executive coaching credential recognized globally

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Aspiring Coaches

Build a professional coaching practice. Gain the CMI credential that signals coaching excellence and opens doors to client engagements and coaching roles.

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HR & L&D Professionals

Add coaching credential to your HR skillset. Become a credentialed coach within your organization or expand into external coaching practice.

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Practicing Coaches

Formalize your expertise. If you're coaching without formal credentials, the CMI Level 5 legitimizes your practice and builds client trust.

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Leaders & Managers

Develop coaching skills for leadership. Master coaching techniques to develop your team, support direct reports, and lead more effectively.

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Organizational Development

Coaching at scale. Learn to coach teams, support organizational change, and build coaching cultures within your organization.

Career Changers

Start a coaching career. Build from the ground up with this comprehensive credential that prepares you for professional coaching practice.

Why Choose CMI Level 5 Coaching with TESS?

Professional Credential

The CMI Level 5 Diploma is the recognized professional qualification in coaching. It signals to clients and employers that you have formal, accredited coaching expertise combined with psychology-informed practice and supervised experience.

Your CMI Level 5
Coaching Diploma

Professional coaching credential with supervised practice

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Earn the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Professional Coaching Practice — the recognized credential for executive coaches, leadership coaches, and professional coaching practitioners.

★ Core
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CMI Level 5
Coaching Diploma
Professional coaching credential covering theory, ethics, practice models, and supervised coaching with real clients.
Practical
2
Supervised
Coaching Hours
60+ hours of real coaching practice supervised by experienced mentors. Develop real client relationships and coaching capability.
Assessment
3
Portfolio
Case Studies
Demonstrate coaching competence through documented case studies, client outcomes, and reflective practice.

The Professional Coaching Credential

The CMI Level 5 Diploma signals professional coaching excellence. Clients, employers, and peers recognize this credential as proof of formal training, supervised practice, and coaching competence. It's the qualification that establishes your credibility as a professional coach.

Accredited
CMI L5
Informal

Coaching Expertise You'll Develop

Six core modules covering professional coaching practice

Module 01

Coaching Foundations & Ethics

Coaching history, models, ethics, and professional standards. Understand the coaching relationship and professional boundaries.

All Learners
Module 02

Psychology & Human Development

Understanding human psychology, development, personality, and change. The psychological foundation for effective coaching.

All Learners
Module 03

Core Coaching Skills & Techniques

Active listening, powerful questioning, feedback, and establishing goals. The fundamental coaching toolkit for client success.

All Learners
Module 04

Executive & Leadership Coaching

Coaching executives and leaders. Understanding leadership challenges, organizational context, and coaching senior leaders.

All Learners
Module 05

Supervised Practice & Integration

Real coaching with supervision. Develop your coaching practice through hands-on experience with real clients and mentorship.

All Learners
Module 06

Professional Practice & Business

Building a coaching practice. Client acquisition, contracts, business setup, and growing as an independent or internal coach.

All Learners

Your 12-Month Coaching Journey

From learning to credentialed coaching professional

Timeline

Months 1–2
Coaching Foundations
Understand coaching models, ethics, and the coaching relationship. Explore your own beliefs about coaching and personal development.
Months 3–4
Psychology & Coaching Skills
Deepen understanding of psychology and human change. Develop core coaching techniques: listening, questioning, feedback.
Months 5–8
Supervised Coaching Practice
Begin coaching real clients. Start 60+ hours of supervised practice. Receive mentorship and feedback on your coaching.
Months 9–11
Advanced Practice & Business
Develop expertise in executive coaching. Plan your coaching practice. Complete business and professional development modules.
Month 12
Final Assessment & Certification
Complete case studies and final assessments. Receive your CMI Level 5 Diploma. Launch your coaching practice.

Assessment & Support

Assessment Methods

Your coaching competence is evaluated through:

Supervised Coaching
Case Studies
Reflective Essays
Client Outcomes

Delivery Format

Blended Learning
Workshops, peer coaching, 1:1 mentorship, and real client coaching practice. Flexible scheduling for working coaches.

📚 Mentorship & Coaching Support

Expert mentors guide your practice. Receive feedback on your coaching, support with client relationships, and help building your coaching business.

"The CMI qualification gave me the credibility to launch my coaching practice. Clients trust the credential, and I trust the training I received."
— Executive Coach, Professional Services

CMI Accredited

The recognized professional credential in coaching. Clients and employers value this qualification as proof of coaching expertise.

Real Coaching Practice

Learn by doing. Coach real clients under supervision. Develop genuine coaching skills that translate immediately to your practice.

Psychology-Based

Understand the psychology of change and human development. Coach from a grounded, evidence-informed perspective that creates lasting client impact.

Launch Your Practice

Build your coaching business. Learn the practical skills to attract clients, manage engagements, and grow as an independent or internal coach.

Ready to Become
a Credentialed
Coach?

The CMI Level 5 Diploma launches your professional coaching career. Start your journey with TESS Group today.

Get in Touch
TESS Group
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