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We equip leaders and organisations with the skills to create lasting transformation and measurable growth.

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Level 5

Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring
  • 23rd October 2025
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Level 7

Certificate in Executive Coaching and Mentoring
  • 23rd October 2025
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About Agile Group

Welcome to Agile Group, the Multi-Award-Winning Leader in Professional Training and Development

Since 1999, Agile Group has been at the forefront of transforming lives and careers through professional Coaching, Mentoring, Leadership, and Management training. Recognised as a trusted partner in growth and success, we offer programmes designed to meet the unique needs of both individuals and organisations.

Our experienced tutors bring industry expertise and a student-centred approach, ensuring comprehensive support and practical insights at every stage of your journey. We are committed not only to advancing the coaching and mentoring profession but also to creating a positive impact across businesses and the economy. Whether you’re looking to develop leadership skills, enhance management capabilities, or unlock new professional potential, Agile Group is here to guide you.

At Agile Group, our commitment is to you—your growth, your goals, and your future.

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Agile Group's Pathway to Coaching Excellence

The Agile Group Pathway to Coaching & Mentoring Excellence is a thoughtfully designed journey created by our award-winning master coaches and mentors. It takes you from the essential foundations of coaching and mentoring, right through to achieving the prestigious ILM Level 7 in Executive Coaching & Mentoring qualification.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your professional practice, each stage of the pathway offers clear guidance, expert support and real-world application.

Select the steps below to learn more about each stage of your coaching and mentoring journey.

Introduction to Coaching & Mentoring

STEP ONE

This course provides an introduction to the essential tools, models and techniques for effective coaching and mentoring.

Step 2 Foundation in Coaching & Mentoring

STEP TWO

This course equips you with the core skills, knowledge and confidence to coach and mentor others effectively and ethically.

Step 3 Level 5 Certificate in Coaching & Mentoring

STEP THREE

Ideal for mid-level managers and emerging leaders, and semi-professional coaches and mentors looking to become accredited this program focuses on practical coaching skills.

Step 4 Level 7 Executive Coaching & Mentoring

STEP FOUR

This qualification will support your knowledge, skills and behaviours to coach and mentor Executive Senior Leaders at the Senior practitioner level. Develop effective reflective practice and plan professional development activities.

STEP FIVE

This qualification will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours to supervise coaches and mentors at a senior level. Enhance ethical practice, deepen reflective capability and plan ongoing professional development as a coaching supervisor.

"I have just completed a Level 5 qualification in Coaching and Mentoring. I cannot thank the Agile Group enough for their support in this journey, The tutor and the training were outstanding. Again thank you."
Karen, Empire Consultancy Group
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Invest in your Workforce

Professional development is a continuous process which improves capabilities, skills and behaviour. We at Agile Group view coaching and mentoring as a process of reflective and creative guidance. Our mentors help clients to achieve goals through maximising their personal and professional potential.

Main benefits of coaching and mentoring are:

  • it will attract good employees and lower turnover
  • improve work quality and safety
  • improve employee development
  • increase in productivity and profits
  • improves motivation and confidence 
  • improves diversity and creates leaders within the organisation
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Invest in Yourself

We at Agile Group can deliver a mentoring program that will help you gain a new perspective and provide you with enhanced listening skills. You will feel empowered and develop key skills to empower others. Your confidence and motivation will increase and you will learn self reflection which is a valuable life and career tool.

Benefits of a mentoring program for the individual are:

  • it will help with career progression
  • introduce you to new ways of thinking
  • increase job satisfaction and motivation
  • develop leadership and problem solving skills
  • build confidence and change limiting thoughts and beliefs
  • provide you with regular constructive feedback
  • widen your networking circles
  • will foster strong diversity, equality and inclusion
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"The coaching sessions and the workshops have added a real value in our behavioural changes, which have resulted in a huge return on investment for the business."
Andy, Cytec

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News & Insights

Agile Group Wins Best Corporate Coaching & Business Transformation Company 2025
Agile Group is proud to be recognised with two 2025 Global Business Awards, including Best Corporate Coaching & Business Transformation Company. In this article, our directors share key insights on aligning people development with business goals, embedding change through coaching, and making transformation measurable.
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How ILM Coaching with Agile Group Inspired a New Path for Fiona Joyce
Fiona Joyce, a Berkshire-based coach, shares her journey from completing ILM Level 5 to progressing onto ILM Level 7 with Agile Group. In her testimonial, Fiona reflects on the support, inspiration, and confidence she’s gained — and how it’s helping her build stronger networks and support small businesses in her community.
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Reflective Practice, Evaluation, and Continuous Professional Growth
Looking Back to Move Forward: Reflective Practice, Evaluation, and Continuous Professional Growth
Discover how reflective practice helps leaders and learners deepen their self-awareness, improve decision-making, and grow with intention. Drawing on Jo Stevens' insights, this article explores how structured reflection and regular evaluation can support more conscious, confident leadership. Includes practical models and tools to embed reflective practice into your coaching or leadership journey.
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Dave Christie
From Competence to Confidence: Deepening Coaching Practice with ILM Level 7
Already a skilled coach, Dave Christie turned to Agile Group to challenge himself and refine his impact. Through the ILM Level 7 Executive Coaching & Mentoring programme, he deepened his coaching presence, sharpened his approach, and achieved greater results with clients. This case study explores how meaningful development — not just a qualification — helped Dave elevate his practice and shift his professional direction.
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Coaching for Every Mind: The Case for Neurodivergent Inclusion in Coaching, Mentoring, and Organisational Leadership
Coaching for Every Mind: The Case for Neurodivergent Inclusion in Coaching, Mentoring, and Organisational Leadership
Agile Group is leading the way in embedding neurodivergent-inclusive coaching across all its programmes. Discover how inclusive coaching transforms individual outcomes, strengthens leadership, and builds workplaces where everyone can thrive. This article explores what true inclusion looks like in coaching and why it’s time for every organisation to adopt a human-first approach to development.
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From Intuition to Impact — Toni Sheppard’s Journey to Accredited Coaching
Ready to pivot her career after years of leading teams, Toni Sheppard turned to Agile Group’s ILM Level 5 programme to formalise her coaching skills. The training gave her the structure, confidence, and toolkit to support senior leaders more effectively—and set her on the path to becoming an executive-level coach and mentor. Now progressing through ILM Level 7, Toni is empowering others to grow their businesses, step into leadership, and thrive.
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